Pick of the Week
The Substance Film
Director Coralie Fargeat's unflinching commentary addresses the oppressive nature of female beauty as well as the perceived horrors of ageing. Demi Moore presents a brilliant acting turn in the role of Elisabeth, an aging celebrity forced into hosting a workout series on TV. Forced aside by her unscrupulous employer Harvey, she undergoes an enigmatic and horrifying procedure known as the Substance. This generates a youthful duplicate portrayed by Margaret Qualley, culminating in a progressively toxic connection between the two. Friday 17 October, Paramount Plus
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This suspenseful thriller features the talented actress playing Laura, a skilled journalist who takes a break from covering global conflict to board a high-end voyage alongside a gravely sick Scandinavian billionaire and charitable figure, her husband, plus additional affluent passengers. Yet once a mysterious woman falls into the sea during the evening and all passengers claims she was never there, Laura's investigative instincts take over. Streaming currently, the Netflix platform
This Supernatural Story
Soderbergh tests his film-making abilities through this clever supernatural story filmed completely from the perspective of the spirit. When a household featuring mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe moves into their fresh home, the filming device – representing the ghost – follows them around. The teen shows signs of sensing the poltergeist, and it seems guarding her. Yet what is the reason? The premise is enjoyable that remains concise, including a revelation that could catch you off guard. October 11th, afternoon and evening times, Sky Cinema Premiere
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
Nicolas Cage fully commits to his eccentric image in this meta comedy caper. He acts as a narcissistic celebrity named Nicolas Cage who accepts a million-dollar gig to attend a festive event in Mallorca for billionaire Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Hired by the CIA to spy on the alleged criminal, Cage's unconventional method comes in handy. Saturday 11 October, evening, on Channel 4
The Black Phone Horror
Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller stands strong even without a follow-up. Taking place in 1978 Denver, a series of kidnappings has left the local kids frightened. Once Finney is kidnapped by “the Grabber” and locked up in a cellar, he dreads a fatal end. Yet the disconnected phone mounted nearby continues to ring, with spooky callers offering help, and the intuitive nightmares of Gwen, his sister may be his salvation. A solid creepfest. This Saturday, 10.50pm, Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the conflict between faith and wealth, the winner is obvious for Mammon in Michael Showalter's delightfully tacky true story regarding the shamed televangelist and her felon spouse. The actor acts as the venal Jim, who proclaims initially, claiming divine approval for wealth. He and Tammy Faye begin capitalizing on the nation's Christian beliefs. It's an extravaganza of tacky decor, bad makeup and bad faith, yet Jessica Chastain achieves to present the real-life figure as a sympathetic figure. Next Tuesday, late night, the Film4 channel
The Spy Mystery
The current week's another release by the same director is a espionage tale as tight similar to the collars worn by the actor's UK spy. His assignment is to identify a traitor inside the organization from five suspects – one of whom is his spouse. Each performer are masters of understated style, resulting in an engaging mind game of truth or lie takes place. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela participate the clever spy entertainment. This Friday, multiple time slots, the Sky channel
