Top Selection
This Satirical Thriller
Coralie Fargeat's daring satire examines the tyranny of feminine aesthetics and the perceived horrors of ageing. Hollywood star Demi Moore presents an inspired acting turn as Elisabeth, a mature film star forced into starring in an aerobics show on television. Pushed out by her slimy boss Harvey, she seeks out a secretive and terrifying process titled this experimental method. This produces a new version of herself portrayed by Margaret Qualley, resulting in an increasingly vampiric relationship among both women. Friday 17 October, the streaming service Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This Agatha Christie-esque mystery stars the talented actress in the role of Laura, an ace reporter who decides to take some time off from covering world issues to board a luxury cruise accompanied by a gravely sick Norwegian shipping heiress and donor, her partner, plus additional affluent guests. But after an enigmatic female falls into the sea one night and everyone claims she was never there, her journalistic curiosity awaken. Streaming currently, Netflix
Presence Film
Steven Soderbergh tests his film-making abilities with this nifty supernatural story filmed completely from the viewpoint of the spirit. As a family featuring mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe settles into their recent residence, the camera – representing the ghost – follows them around. The teen shows signs of aware of the poltergeist, and the entity appears protective of her. However, the motive remains? This is an entertaining concept that remains concise, with a twist you might not see coming. Saturday 11 October, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, Sky Cinema
This Self-Referential Film
Nicolas Cage wholeheartedly adopts his eccentric image in this self-referential adventure. He portrays a narcissistic celebrity playing himself who agrees to a lucrative offer to appear at a birthday party in Mallorca for billionaire Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Recruited by government spies to gather intel on the potential kingpin, Cage's unique performing skills is put to the test. This Saturday, 9pm, the Channel 4 network
This Creepy Thriller
Derrickson's contained scarefest stands strong despite the lack of a continuation. Taking place in 1970s Colorado, several disappearances has rendered the youth frightened. After Finney is taken by the villain and locked up in a cellar, he fears a terrible outcome. But the old telephone on the wall continues to ring, with eerie communicators giving advice, as the prescient dreams of his sister Gwen might rescue him. An effective horror. Saturday 11 October, 10.50pm, Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the conflict between faith and wealth, the winner is obvious for Mammon in this director's brilliantly over-the-top true story regarding the shamed televangelist and her felon spouse. The actor plays the corrupt Bakker, who proclaims initially, asserting religious justification for riches. The couple set about capitalizing on the nation's Christian beliefs. It's a spectacle of bad interior design, bad makeup and insincerity, yet the lead actress succeeds to show Tammy Faye with compassion. Next Tuesday, early morning, on Film4
Black Bag
This period's additional entry from Steven Soderbergh delivers a espionage tale as tight similar to the collars sported by Fassbender's intelligence officer. He is tasked to identify a mole among the team out of five possibilities – one of whom is his own wife. Both actors are experts of deadpan cool, so a delicious psychological game of deception or honesty takes place. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela join in the smart espionage amusement. Friday 17 October, multiple time slots, the Sky channel
