Pick of the Week
The Substance Film
Coralie Fargeat's unflinching satire addresses the oppressive nature of female beauty and the feared consequences of advancing years. Hollywood star Demi Moore presents a brilliant portrayal as Elisabeth, an aging film star reduced to hosting an aerobics show on the small screen. Forced aside due to her slimy boss Harvey, she seeks out a secretive and gruesome treatment titled the Substance. This creates a new version of herself portrayed by Margaret Qualley, resulting in a steadily more toxic connection between the two. This Friday, Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10
This classic whodunit story includes Knightley in the role of Laura, an ace reporter who decides to take a break from writing about world issues to board a luxury cruise accompanied by a terminally ill Norwegian shipping heiress and donor, her spouse, as well as other affluent guests. However when an enigmatic female disappears from the ship overnight and everyone claims she was never there, the reporter's sleuthing skills take over. Out now, the Netflix platform
Presence
The acclaimed director pushes his directorial skills with this clever ghostly tale filmed completely through the eyes of a ghost. As a family featuring mother Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe moves into their recent residence, the lens – representing the ghost – shadows their actions. The teen shows signs of aware of the poltergeist, and it seems guarding her. But why? The premise is enjoyable that remains concise, including a revelation that could catch you off guard. October 11th, multiple showings, the Sky channel
This Self-Referential Film
Cage wholeheartedly adopts his cult stardom through this meta comedy caper. He portrays an egotistical Hollywood actor named Nicolas Cage who accepts a million-dollar gig to appear at a festive event in Mallorca for billionaire superfan Javi. Hired by the intelligence agency to investigate the suspected cartel boss, the actor's unique performing skills is put to the test. Saturday 11 October, prime time, the Channel 4 network
The Black Phone
The director's claustrophobic thriller stands strong without requiring a follow-up. Located in 1978 Denver, several disappearances has made the children on edge. When Finney gets captured by the villain and locked up in a dungeon, he fears the worst. But the non-functional line mounted nearby keeps ringing, with eerie communicators giving advice, and the prescient dreams of Gwen, his sister may be his salvation. A solid creepfest. Saturday 11 October, late evening, Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the battle between God and Mammon, it's a knockout win for Mammon in Showalter's delightfully tacky biopic regarding the shamed televangelist and her criminal husband. The actor plays the corrupt Bakker, who declares initially, “God does not want us to be poor,”. The couple commence capitalizing on the people's religious faith. It's an extravaganza of poor styling, bad makeup and bad faith, though the lead actress achieves to show the real-life figure with compassion. October 14th, 1.15am, the Film4 channel
Black Bag
This week's another release by the same director delivers a espionage tale as tight similar to the collars sported by Michael Fassbender's British agent. He receives a mission to discover a double agent within their ranks from five suspects – among them is his own wife. The two stars excel of calm composure, resulting in an engaging psychological game of deception or honesty develops. The supporting cast participate the intelligent intelligence fun. October 17th, multiple time slots, Sky Cinema Premiere
