Pick of the Week
This Satirical Thriller
The filmmaker's bold satire tackles the oppressive nature of women's appearance and the feared consequences of growing older. The veteran actress delivers a brilliant performance as Elisabeth, an aging celebrity forced into starring in a fitness program on television. Forced aside thanks to her deceitful superior Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she turns to a mysterious and horrifying process titled this experimental method. This creates a youthful duplicate called Sue, leading to a progressively parasitic dynamic among both women. This Friday, the streaming service Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10
This classic whodunit mystery includes Knightley in the role of Laura, a skilled journalist who takes a break from reporting on world issues to join a high-end voyage accompanied by a gravely sick Scandinavian billionaire and philanthropist, her partner, and other filthy rich passengers. Yet once a mysterious woman goes overboard overnight and everyone claims she was never there, Laura's investigative instincts kick in. Streaming currently, Netflix
Presence
Soderbergh challenges his directorial skills in this nifty paranormal narrative filmed completely from the viewpoint of the spirit. After a clan including mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe settles into their recent residence, the lens – AKA the Presence – tracks their movements. The teen shows signs of conscious of the ghostly being, and it seems guarding her. Yet what is the reason? This is an entertaining concept that avoids overstaying, featuring a surprise that could catch you off guard. Saturday 11 October, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
The iconic actor fully commits to his eccentric image in this meta comedy caper. He plays a self-obsessed celebrity playing himself who accepts a $1m payday to visit a festive event at a Mediterranean location for the rich superfan Javi. Contacted by the intelligence agency to spy on the suspected cartel boss, Cage's unique performing skills is put to the test. October 11th, evening, on Channel 4
This Creepy Thriller
Derrickson's contained scarefest holds up well without requiring a continuation. Set in the late 70s in Denver, several kidnappings has left the children on edge. When Finney is taken by “the Grabber” and locked up in a cellar, he anticipates a fatal end. Yet the non-functional line on the wall keeps ringing, with spooky callers providing assistance, while the prophetic visions of his sister Gwen might rescue him. An effective horror. This Saturday, 10.50pm, the Film4 channel
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the battle between faith and wealth, the victory is clear for materialism in Showalter's wonderfully garish film adaptation of the disgraced TV preacher and her felon spouse. The actor portrays the corrupt Bakker, who proclaims at the beginning, claiming divine approval for wealth. Both individuals commence capitalizing on the American public's spiritual convictions. It's a spectacle of poor styling, overdone appearance and hypocrisy, however the lead actress achieves to depict Tammy Faye as a sympathetic figure. October 14th, early morning, Film4
The Spy Mystery
This week's second offering from the filmmaker is a spy mystery as precise as the polo necks worn by Fassbender's intelligence officer. His assignment is to discover a mole among the team from five suspects – one of whom is his spouse. The two stars are masters of understated style, leading to a delightful mental battle of deception or honesty develops. The supporting cast participate the smart espionage amusement. This Friday, various showings, Sky Cinema
