Pick of the Week
This Satirical Thriller
Coralie Fargeat's bold critique tackles the oppressive nature of women's appearance and the dreaded aspects of growing older. The veteran actress offers a brilliant portrayal in the role of Elisabeth, a mature film star forced into hosting an aerobics show on TV. Edged out by her unscrupulous employer her manager Harvey, she seeks out a secretive and terrifying treatment called this experimental method. This produces a youthful duplicate named Sue, resulting in a progressively parasitic dynamic between the two. Friday 17 October, the streaming service Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This Agatha Christie-esque story stars Knightley in the role of Laura, an ace reporter who takes a break from writing about international wars to board a luxury cruise with a gravely sick Scandinavian billionaire and charitable figure, her spouse, and other extremely wealthy passengers. But after an enigmatic female falls into the sea overnight and everyone claims she was never there, the reporter's sleuthing skills awaken. Available now, on Netflix
This Supernatural Story
The acclaimed director pushes his directorial skills in this clever ghostly tale captured wholly from the perspective of a ghost. As a family including mother Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe occupies their new suburban house, the lens – representing the ghost – follows them around. The daughter appears conscious of the supernatural presence, and it seems defensive toward her. But why? The premise is enjoyable that avoids overstaying, including a revelation you might not see coming. October 11th, afternoon and evening times, Sky Cinema Premiere
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
The iconic actor embraces his unique fame in this autobiographical spoof. He portrays a narcissistic celebrity called Nicolas Cage who takes on a lucrative offer to attend a birthday party on the Spanish island for billionaire Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Hired by the intelligence agency to gather intel on the alleged criminal, Cage's unique performing skills proves useful. This Saturday, 9pm, the Channel 4 network
The Black Phone Horror
Scott Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller holds up well without requiring a follow-up. Taking place in 1978 Denver, several disappearances has made the youth frightened. After Finney is kidnapped by the kidnapper and held captive in a cellar, he fears the worst. But the non-functional line on the wall keeps ringing, with eerie communicators providing assistance, while the intuitive nightmares of his sister Gwen may be his salvation. A solid creepfest. This Saturday, nighttime, on Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the battle between God and Mammon, the winner is obvious for greed in Showalter's wonderfully garish true story of the disgraced TV preacher and her criminal husband. The actor portrays the venal Jim, who states early on, asserting religious justification for riches. The couple commence capitalizing on the nation's religious faith. It's a riot of tacky decor, overdone appearance and insincerity, however the lead actress manages to depict the character as a sympathetic figure. Tuesday 14 October, 1.15am, on Film4
This Espionage Thriller
This period's additional entry from the filmmaker presents a intelligence thriller as precise similar to the collars sported by Fassbender's British agent. He receives a mission to discover a double agent within their ranks from five suspects – among them is his spouse. The two stars are masters of understated style, leading to a delightful mental battle of truth or lie unfolds. The supporting cast participate the intelligent intelligence fun. This Friday, various showings, Sky Cinema Premiere
