Pick of the Week
The Substance Film
The filmmaker's bold critique examines the tyranny of feminine aesthetics as well as the perceived horrors of growing older. Hollywood star Demi Moore delivers an inspired acting turn as Elisabeth, a 50-year-old celebrity reduced to presenting an aerobics show on the small screen. Edged out due to her deceitful superior Harvey, she undergoes an enigmatic and gruesome process titled this experimental method. This generates a new version of herself named Sue, culminating in an increasingly parasitic dynamic between them. This Friday, Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This suspenseful story includes Knightley in the role of Laura, a skilled journalist who opts for some time off from covering global conflict to board an opulent ship accompanied by an ailing Norwegian shipping heiress and philanthropist, her spouse, and other filthy rich individuals. But after an unknown lady disappears from the ship during the evening and the entire crew denies she ever existed, her journalistic curiosity awaken. Available now, Netflix
Presence
The acclaimed director tests his film-making abilities in this innovative paranormal narrative shot entirely through the eyes of the phantom. After a clan with Lucy Liu as Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe settles into their fresh home, the filming device – as the unseen entity – shadows their actions. Chloe seems sensing the poltergeist, and it looks like protective of her. Yet what is the reason? This is an entertaining concept that doesn't outstay its welcome, including a revelation that may be unexpected. Saturday 11 October, afternoon and evening times, Sky Cinema
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
Cage embraces his cult stardom through this autobiographical spoof. He plays an egotistical celebrity named Nicolas Cage who takes on a million-dollar gig to appear at a festive event on the Spanish island for the rich superfan Javi. Recruited by the intelligence agency to gather intel on the potential kingpin, his “nouveau shamanic acting ability” comes in handy. October 11th, prime time, the Channel 4 network
The Black Phone Horror
Derrickson's contained scarefest holds up well without requiring a follow-up. Located in the late 70s in Denver, multiple child abductions has made the youth on edge. When Finney is kidnapped by “the Grabber” and held captive in a basement, he dreads a terrible outcome. However, the disconnected phone on the wall repeatedly calls, with ghostly voices providing assistance, as the prescient dreams from his sibling Gwen might rescue him. An effective horror. October 11th, 10.50pm, the Film4 channel
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the battle between God and Mammon, it's a knockout win for greed in Showalter's wonderfully garish biopic regarding the shamed religious broadcaster and her felon spouse. Garfield plays the greedy Jim, who declares initially, claiming divine approval for wealth. The couple commence profiting from the American public's Christian beliefs. It's a spectacle of tacky decor, overdone appearance and insincerity, however Jessica Chastain achieves to depict Tammy Faye as a sympathetic figure. October 14th, early morning, the Film4 channel
This Espionage Thriller
This week's additional entry from Steven Soderbergh presents a intelligence thriller as tight like the turtlenecks used by the actor's UK spy. His assignment is with uncovering a mole within their ranks from five suspects – among them is his spouse. Both actors excel of deadpan cool, resulting in an engaging mental battle of deception or honesty takes place. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela join in the smart espionage amusement. Friday 17 October, multiple time slots, Sky Cinema
