Pick of the Week
The Substance
The filmmaker's unflinching commentary tackles the tyranny of feminine aesthetics along with the perceived horrors of advancing years. Demi Moore offers a masterful performance as Elisabeth, an aging film star demoted to presenting an aerobics show on television. Edged out thanks to her unscrupulous employer Harvey, she seeks out a secretive and terrifying procedure known as this experimental method. This creates a youthful duplicate named Sue, leading to an increasingly parasitic dynamic among both women. October 17th, the streaming service Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This classic whodunit mystery stars the talented actress in the role of Laura, a skilled journalist who opts for some time off from covering global conflict to embark on a luxury cruise alongside a gravely sick Scandinavian billionaire and philanthropist, her partner, plus additional extremely wealthy guests. But after an unknown lady disappears from the ship during the evening and everyone claims she was never there, Laura's investigative instincts kick in. Available now, the Netflix platform
Presence Film
Soderbergh pushes his creative boundaries through this clever ghostly tale captured wholly from the perspective of the spirit. After a clan with Lucy Liu as Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe occupies their new suburban house, the camera – representing the ghost – tracks their movements. The teen shows signs of aware of the ghostly being, and it seems protective of her. But why? It's a fun idea that avoids overstaying, featuring a surprise you might not see coming. This Saturday, afternoon and evening times, Sky Cinema Premiere
This Self-Referential Film
Cage wholeheartedly adopts his cult stardom through this autobiographical spoof. He plays an egotistical Hollywood actor named Nicolas Cage who agrees to a $1m payday to visit a birthday party in Mallorca for the rich Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Hired by the intelligence agency to spy on the alleged criminal, Cage's unique performing skills comes in handy. Saturday 11 October, evening, the Channel 4 network
The Black Phone Horror
The director's claustrophobic thriller stands strong even without a continuation. Located in 1978 Denver, a series of kidnappings has made the children on edge. When Finney gets captured by the kidnapper and locked up in a dungeon, he anticipates the worst. But the old telephone mounted nearby keeps ringing, with eerie communicators giving advice, and the prophetic visions of Gwen, his sister might rescue him. A solid creepfest. This Saturday, 10.50pm, Film4
This Dramatic Portrait
In the struggle between faith and wealth, the winner is obvious for materialism in Michael Showalter's delightfully tacky biopic about the fallen televangelist and her criminal husband. Andrew Garfield plays the venal Jim, who states at the beginning, claiming divine approval for wealth. Both individuals set about capitalizing on the people's Christian beliefs. It's an extravaganza of bad interior design, bad makeup and bad faith, though Chastain manages to depict Tammy Faye with compassion. Tuesday 14 October, late night, Film4
This Espionage Thriller
The current week's second offering from the filmmaker presents a espionage tale as tight similar to the collars sported by the actor's intelligence officer. He is tasked with uncovering a double agent inside the organization from five suspects – one of whom is his spouse. The two stars are experts of calm composure, so a delicious psychological game of truth or lie develops. The supporting cast participate the clever spy entertainment. Friday 17 October, multiple time slots, the Sky channel
