Pick of the Week
The Substance
Director Coralie Fargeat's bold critique addresses the oppressive nature of feminine aesthetics as well as the dreaded aspects of growing older. Hollywood star Demi Moore presents an inspired performance as Elisabeth, a mature actress demoted to presenting an aerobics show on TV. Pushed out by her unscrupulous employer Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she seeks out a mysterious and gruesome process called the Substance. This generates a youthful duplicate portrayed by Margaret Qualley, resulting in an increasingly vampiric relationship between the two. October 17th, Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This suspenseful story stars Knightley as Laura, a top-notch writer who takes a break from covering world issues to embark on a luxury cruise with a terminally ill Norwegian shipping heiress and charitable figure, her spouse, plus additional extremely wealthy individuals. However when an enigmatic female disappears from the ship during the evening and everyone denies she ever existed, Laura's investigative instincts take over. Streaming currently, the Netflix platform
This Supernatural Story
Steven Soderbergh tests his film-making abilities in this nifty paranormal narrative filmed completely through the eyes of a ghost. After a clan including mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe settles into their fresh home, the camera – AKA the Presence – tracks their movements. The daughter appears sensing the ghostly being, and it seems guarding her. However, the motive remains? It's a fun idea that doesn't outstay its welcome, with a twist that could catch you off guard. October 11th, afternoon and evening times, the Sky channel
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
Nicolas Cage embraces his eccentric image in this self-referential adventure. He portrays a narcissistic Hollywood actor called Nicolas Cage who takes on a lucrative offer to visit a festive event on the Spanish island for the wealthy Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Contacted by the CIA to spy on the alleged criminal, Cage's unique performing skills proves useful. Saturday 11 October, evening, Channel 4
The Black Phone Horror
Derrickson's contained scarefest remains effective even without a sequel. Taking place in the late 70s in Denver, multiple child abductions has rendered the children anxious. When Finney is kidnapped by “the Grabber” and locked up in a cellar, he fears a terrible outcome. Yet the disconnected phone on the wall keeps ringing, with ghostly voices giving advice, and the prophetic visions of his sister Gwen may be his salvation. A solid creepfest. Saturday 11 October, late evening, on Film4
This Dramatic Portrait
In the struggle between spirituality and money, the victory is clear for greed in this director's brilliantly over-the-top film adaptation of the disgraced religious broadcaster and her felon spouse. Andrew Garfield portrays the corrupt Bakker, who proclaims initially, asserting religious justification for riches. Both individuals set about capitalizing on the American public's Christian beliefs. It's a spectacle of bad interior design, excessive cosmetics and hypocrisy, however Chastain manages to show Tammy Faye in a likable light. October 14th, early morning, Film4
The Spy Mystery
The current week's additional entry from the filmmaker is a intelligence thriller as tight like the turtlenecks used by the actor's UK spy. He receives a mission with uncovering a traitor inside the organization from five suspects – one of whom is his spouse. Each performer are experts of calm composure, so a delicious psychological game of deception or honesty takes place. The supporting cast join in the smart espionage amusement. Friday 17 October, multiple time slots, Sky Cinema
