Top Selection
This Satirical Thriller
Coralie Fargeat's unflinching satire examines the tyranny of women's appearance along with the perceived horrors of ageing. The veteran actress delivers an inspired acting turn playing Elisabeth, a 50-year-old actress demoted to starring in an aerobics show on TV. Forced aside thanks to her slimy boss Harvey, she seeks out an enigmatic and terrifying process titled this experimental method. This creates a new version of herself named Sue, culminating in a progressively parasitic dynamic between them. October 17th, Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This classic whodunit thriller includes the talented actress playing Laura, an ace reporter who decides to take a hiatus from covering world issues to join a luxury cruise alongside an ailing Norwegian shipping heiress and philanthropist, her partner, plus additional filthy rich guests. However when a mysterious woman goes overboard overnight and all passengers insists she wasn't real, her journalistic curiosity kick in. Out now, Netflix
This Supernatural Story
Steven Soderbergh tests his creative boundaries through this innovative paranormal narrative filmed completely from the perspective of the phantom. After a clan including mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe settles into their recent residence, the camera – representing the ghost – shadows their actions. The daughter appears aware of the poltergeist, and the entity appears guarding her. However, the motive remains? This is an entertaining concept that doesn't outstay its welcome, with a twist you might not see coming. Saturday 11 October, afternoon and evening times, the Sky channel
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Cage wholeheartedly adopts his cult stardom via this self-referential adventure. He portrays a self-obsessed celebrity called Nicolas Cage who agrees to a lucrative offer to attend a birthday party in Mallorca for billionaire Javi Gutierrez. Hired by government spies to gather intel on the suspected cartel boss, his unique performing skills comes in handy. October 11th, 9pm, the Channel 4 network
The Black Phone
Scott Derrickson's locked-room horror remains effective even without a follow-up. Taking place in 1978 Denver, several disappearances has left the children frightened. After Finney gets captured by the kidnapper and locked up in a dungeon, he anticipates a terrible outcome. However, the non-functional line mounted nearby repeatedly calls, with ghostly voices giving advice, as the prophetic visions of his sister Gwen may be his salvation. An effective horror. October 11th, nighttime, the Film4 channel
This Dramatic Portrait
In the battle between faith and wealth, the winner is obvious for greed in Michael Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top true story regarding the shamed religious broadcaster and her criminal husband. The actor portrays the greedy Jim, who states initially, claiming divine approval for wealth. Both individuals commence monetising the people's spiritual convictions. It's a riot of poor styling, bad makeup and hypocrisy, yet Jessica Chastain manages to present Tammy Faye with compassion. October 14th, early morning, the Film4 channel
This Espionage Thriller
This period's another release from Steven Soderbergh delivers a intelligence thriller as sharp like the turtlenecks sported by Michael Fassbender's UK spy. He is tasked with uncovering a traitor within their ranks from a group of five – including is his own wife. Each performer excel of understated style, leading to a delightful mind game of truth or lie develops. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela participate the clever spy entertainment. This Friday, multiple time slots, the Sky channel
