Pick of the Week
The Substance Film
Coralie Fargeat's unflinching critique tackles the oppressive nature of women's appearance as well as the dreaded aspects of ageing. Hollywood star Demi Moore offers a brilliant performance as Elisabeth, an aging actress forced into hosting a fitness program on TV. Edged out thanks to her unscrupulous employer her manager Harvey, she seeks out an enigmatic and terrifying treatment called "The Substance". This produces a youthful duplicate named Sue, leading to a steadily more toxic connection between the two. Friday 17 October, the streaming service Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This suspenseful story includes Knightley as Laura, an ace reporter who opts for a hiatus from writing about world issues to embark on a high-end voyage alongside a terminally ill wealthy inheritor and donor, her husband, as well as other filthy rich guests. But after a mysterious woman falls into the sea during the evening and the entire crew denies she ever existed, the reporter's sleuthing skills take over. Out now, on Netflix
Presence Film
The acclaimed director tests his directorial skills with this clever supernatural story shot entirely from the viewpoint of the phantom. As a family featuring mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe moves into their recent residence, the filming device – AKA the Presence – follows them around. Chloe seems aware of the supernatural presence, and the entity appears protective of her. Yet what is the reason? This is an entertaining concept that doesn't outstay its welcome, including a revelation you might not see coming. October 11th, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
The iconic actor wholeheartedly adopts his cult stardom through this autobiographical spoof. He portrays a self-obsessed film star playing himself who agrees to a million-dollar gig to appear at a festive event at a Mediterranean location for the rich superfan Javi. Recruited by the CIA to gather intel on the suspected cartel boss, the actor's “nouveau shamanic acting ability” proves useful. This Saturday, prime time, the Channel 4 network
This Creepy Thriller
The director's claustrophobic thriller remains effective even without a continuation. Set in 1978 Denver, multiple kidnappings has left the children on edge. When Finney is taken by the kidnapper and held captive in a basement, he dreads the worst. However, the old telephone on the wall repeatedly calls, with spooky callers providing assistance, and the prophetic visions of his sister Gwen may be his salvation. An effective horror. Saturday 11 October, late evening, the Film4 channel
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the battle between God and Mammon, the victory is clear for Mammon in Michael Showalter's delightfully tacky biopic of the disgraced televangelist and her criminal husband. The actor portrays the corrupt Bakker, who proclaims at the beginning, claiming divine approval for wealth. He and Tammy Faye commence monetising the people's spiritual convictions. It's a spectacle of poor styling, overdone appearance and insincerity, yet Chastain succeeds to show the character as a sympathetic figure. Next Tuesday, early morning, Film4
This Espionage Thriller
This period's another release from the filmmaker delivers a spy mystery as precise like the turtlenecks used by the actor's UK spy. He receives a mission with uncovering a traitor inside the organization from a group of five – including is his spouse. Each performer excel of calm composure, so a delicious mental battle of deception or honesty unfolds. Additional actors take part the smart espionage amusement. This Friday, multiple time slots, the Sky channel
