Pick of the Week
This Satirical Thriller
Coralie Fargeat's unflinching critique examines the oppressive nature of feminine aesthetics and the dreaded aspects of advancing years. Demi Moore delivers an inspired portrayal as Elisabeth, an aging actress reduced to hosting an aerobics show on the small screen. Forced aside by her slimy boss Harvey, she seeks out a secretive and terrifying procedure known as this experimental method. This generates a younger clone named Sue, culminating in an increasingly toxic connection between the two. Friday 17 October, the streaming service Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This classic whodunit thriller includes the talented actress as Laura, a skilled journalist who decides to take a break from writing about international wars to join an opulent ship with an ailing Norwegian shipping heiress and philanthropist, her spouse, as well as other filthy rich guests. Yet once an enigmatic female falls into the sea one night and the entire crew denies she ever existed, her journalistic curiosity take over. Available now, the Netflix platform
Presence Film
The acclaimed director challenges his film-making abilities through this innovative ghostly tale captured wholly from the perspective of a ghost. After a clan including mother Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe moves into their recent residence, the lens – representing the ghost – follows them around. Chloe seems sensing the supernatural presence, and it looks like defensive toward her. Yet what is the reason? It's a fun idea that doesn't outstay its welcome, including a revelation you might not see coming. October 11th, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, the Sky channel
This Self-Referential Film
Cage wholeheartedly adopts his unique fame through this meta comedy caper. He acts as an egotistical film star playing himself who accepts a lucrative offer to appear at a celebration on the Spanish island for the wealthy Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Contacted by the intelligence agency to investigate the suspected cartel boss, his unconventional method is put to the test. This Saturday, 9pm, on Channel 4
The Black Phone Horror
Scott Derrickson's contained scarefest stands strong despite the lack of a sequel. Located in 1970s Colorado, several child abductions has made the local kids anxious. Once Finney is kidnapped by the kidnapper and held captive in a basement, he dreads a fatal end. But the non-functional line mounted nearby keeps ringing, with spooky callers giving advice, while the prescient dreams of his sister Gwen may be his salvation. An effective horror. Saturday 11 October, late evening, the Film4 channel
This Dramatic Portrait
In the struggle between faith and wealth, the victory is clear for greed in this director's delightfully tacky film adaptation about the fallen religious broadcaster and her felon spouse. The actor plays the corrupt Bakker, who declares initially, asserting religious justification for riches. The couple set about monetising the people's religious faith. It's an extravaganza of tacky decor, excessive cosmetics and hypocrisy, yet Chastain manages to depict the character as a sympathetic figure. October 14th, early morning, on Film4
The Spy Mystery
This week's additional entry from the filmmaker is a intelligence thriller as tight like the turtlenecks worn by Michael Fassbender's UK spy. He is tasked to discover a double agent within their ranks from five suspects – one of whom is his spouse. Each performer are experts of calm composure, leading to a delightful mental battle of fact versus fiction takes place. Additional actors take part the clever spy entertainment. Friday 17 October, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, the Sky channel
