Pick of the Week
The Substance Film
Coralie Fargeat's daring critique tackles the demanding standards for female beauty along with the feared consequences of ageing. Demi Moore presents an inspired portrayal as Elisabeth, an aging actress reduced to starring in a fitness program on television. Pushed out by her deceitful superior Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she undergoes a mysterious and horrifying process called this experimental method. This generates a youthful duplicate called Sue, culminating in a steadily more parasitic dynamic between the two. This Friday, the streaming service Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This Agatha Christie-esque thriller features Keira Knightley playing Laura, a skilled journalist who opts for a hiatus from writing about global conflict to board a high-end voyage with an ailing Norwegian shipping heiress and philanthropist, her partner, plus additional filthy rich individuals. But after an unknown lady falls into the sea during the evening and all passengers denies she ever existed, Laura's investigative instincts kick in. Available now, the Netflix platform
This Supernatural Story
Steven Soderbergh challenges his directorial skills through this nifty ghostly tale captured wholly from the perspective of the spirit. When a household including mother Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe occupies their fresh home, the filming device – AKA the Presence – shadows their actions. The daughter appears aware of the poltergeist, and it seems protective of her. Yet what is the reason? The premise is enjoyable that doesn't outstay its welcome, including a revelation that may be unexpected. October 11th, afternoon and evening times, Sky Cinema
This Self-Referential Film
Nicolas Cage fully commits to his unique fame through this autobiographical spoof. He acts as a narcissistic celebrity playing himself who agrees to a million-dollar gig to appear at a birthday party at a Mediterranean location for billionaire Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Contacted by the CIA to spy on the suspected cartel boss, his unique performing skills comes in handy. Saturday 11 October, evening, on Channel 4
The Black Phone
Scott Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller remains effective without requiring a follow-up. Taking place in 1978 Denver, a series of kidnappings has made the youth anxious. When Finney is kidnapped by the kidnapper and imprisoned in a cellar, he dreads a fatal end. Yet the disconnected phone on the wall repeatedly calls, with ghostly voices offering help, and the prophetic visions of Gwen, his sister may be his salvation. An effective horror. Saturday 11 October, nighttime, the Film4 channel
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the struggle between faith and wealth, the victory is clear for Mammon in this director's wonderfully garish film adaptation about the fallen televangelist plus her lawbreaking partner. Garfield acts as the corrupt Bakker, who declares initially, “God does not want us to be poor,”. Both individuals set about profiting from the nation's Christian beliefs. It's a spectacle of poor styling, excessive cosmetics and bad faith, yet Jessica Chastain achieves to depict Tammy Faye with compassion. Next Tuesday, 1.15am, Film4
The Spy Mystery
This week's second offering from Steven Soderbergh presents a espionage tale as tight like the turtlenecks used by Michael Fassbender's intelligence officer. He is tasked to identify a double agent among the team from five suspects – among them is his own wife. Each performer are masters of deadpan cool, leading to a delightful psychological game of truth or lie develops. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela take part the clever spy entertainment. Friday 17 October, multiple time slots, Sky Cinema Premiere
