Pick of the Week
The Substance Film
Coralie Fargeat's daring commentary examines the demanding standards for feminine aesthetics as well as the perceived horrors of ageing. Hollywood star Demi Moore offers an inspired portrayal as Elisabeth, a 50-year-old celebrity forced into starring in an aerobics show on the small screen. Edged out by her slimy boss Harvey, she turns to an enigmatic and gruesome treatment known as "The Substance". This produces a youthful duplicate named Sue, resulting in an increasingly toxic connection between the two. This Friday, Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10
This suspenseful mystery stars Keira Knightley playing Laura, a top-notch writer who decides to take a hiatus from writing about world issues to embark on a high-end voyage accompanied by an ailing wealthy inheritor and philanthropist, her partner, plus additional extremely wealthy individuals. However when an unknown lady falls into the sea one night and the entire crew insists she wasn't real, her journalistic curiosity awaken. Streaming currently, the Netflix platform
This Supernatural Story
Steven Soderbergh challenges his directorial skills with this clever ghostly tale captured wholly from the perspective of a ghost. As a family with Lucy Liu as Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe settles into their fresh home, the lens – representing the ghost – shadows their actions. Chloe seems sensing the supernatural presence, and it looks like protective of her. However, the motive remains? The premise is enjoyable that doesn't outstay its welcome, including a revelation you might not see coming. Saturday 11 October, multiple showings, Sky Cinema Premiere
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Cage fully commits to his unique fame via this meta comedy caper. He plays a narcissistic film star called Nicolas Cage who accepts a lucrative offer to attend a celebration at a Mediterranean location for billionaire Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Contacted by the intelligence agency to spy on the suspected cartel boss, the actor's “nouveau shamanic acting ability” is put to the test. October 11th, prime time, Channel 4
The Black Phone
Scott Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller stands strong even without a sequel. Set in 1970s Colorado, a series of disappearances has left the children frightened. When Finney is taken by the villain and held captive in a dungeon, he anticipates a terrible outcome. Yet the old telephone mounted nearby continues to ring, with ghostly voices offering help, as the prophetic visions of Gwen, his sister may be his salvation. An effective horror. This Saturday, late evening, Film4
This Dramatic Portrait
In the struggle between faith and wealth, the victory is clear for Mammon in Showalter's wonderfully garish biopic of the disgraced TV preacher and her felon spouse. Andrew Garfield plays the corrupt Bakker, who proclaims early on, claiming divine approval for wealth. Both individuals set about profiting from the American public's religious faith. It's a riot of bad interior design, excessive cosmetics and insincerity, though the lead actress achieves to depict Tammy Faye as a sympathetic figure. Next Tuesday, early morning, Film4
The Spy Mystery
This week's additional entry from Steven Soderbergh presents a espionage tale as tight as the polo necks worn by Fassbender's UK spy. He is tasked to discover a double agent inside the organization from a group of five – one of whom is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. Each performer are masters of deadpan cool, resulting in an engaging psychological game of truth or lie takes place. The supporting cast participate the clever spy entertainment. October 17th, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, the Sky channel
