Pick of the Week
This Satirical Thriller
The filmmaker's bold critique examines the demanding standards for female beauty as well as the dreaded aspects of ageing. The veteran actress presents an inspired performance in the role of Elisabeth, a mature celebrity demoted to presenting a fitness program on the small screen. Edged out due to her deceitful superior Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she seeks out a secretive and horrifying treatment called this experimental method. This produces a younger clone portrayed by Margaret Qualley, culminating in a steadily more vampiric relationship among both women. October 17th, Paramount Plus
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This classic whodunit story features Knightley in the role of Laura, a skilled journalist who decides to take a hiatus from reporting on world issues to embark on an opulent ship accompanied by an ailing wealthy inheritor and charitable figure, her partner, plus additional extremely wealthy passengers. However when an enigmatic female goes overboard overnight and all passengers denies she ever existed, the reporter's sleuthing skills awaken. Available now, Netflix
Presence
The acclaimed director pushes his film-making abilities in this innovative paranormal narrative filmed completely from the perspective of a ghost. After a clan featuring mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe moves into their recent residence, the lens – AKA the Presence – follows them around. The teen shows signs of conscious of the poltergeist, and it looks like defensive toward her. Yet what is the reason? It's a fun idea that remains concise, featuring a surprise you might not see coming. October 11th, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
The iconic actor fully commits to his unique fame via this self-referential adventure. He plays an egotistical Hollywood actor called Nicolas Cage who accepts a $1m payday to appear at a festive event in Mallorca for the wealthy superfan Javi. Recruited by the intelligence agency to spy on the suspected cartel boss, Cage's unconventional method comes in handy. Saturday 11 October, 9pm, Channel 4
The Black Phone
Derrickson's contained scarefest stands strong despite the lack of a follow-up. Taking place in 1970s Colorado, a series of child abductions has left the youth frightened. After Finney is taken by “the Grabber” and held captive in a basement, he fears a fatal end. However, the old telephone on the wall repeatedly calls, with eerie communicators giving advice, while the prophetic visions from his sibling Gwen might rescue him. A solid creepfest. Saturday 11 October, late evening, Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the conflict between spirituality and money, the victory is clear for materialism in this director's delightfully tacky biopic regarding the shamed TV preacher plus her lawbreaking partner. The actor plays the greedy Jim, who proclaims early on, claiming divine approval for wealth. The couple set about profiting from the American public's Christian beliefs. It's an extravaganza of tacky decor, excessive cosmetics and bad faith, however the lead actress manages to present the real-life figure with compassion. Tuesday 14 October, late night, on Film4
Black Bag
This period's additional entry by the same director presents a spy mystery as sharp similar to the collars used by Michael Fassbender's UK spy. His assignment is with uncovering a traitor inside the organization from five suspects – one of whom is his spouse. The two stars are experts of understated style, leading to a delightful mind game of truth or lie takes place. Additional actors participate the smart espionage amusement. October 17th, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
