Pick of the Week
The Substance Film
Director Coralie Fargeat's bold commentary tackles the demanding standards for feminine aesthetics and the perceived horrors of ageing. Demi Moore presents a masterful performance playing Elisabeth, a mature actress reduced to hosting a workout series on the small screen. Pushed out by her deceitful superior Harvey, she undergoes a mysterious and gruesome treatment known as "The Substance". This generates a younger clone called Sue, resulting in a steadily more parasitic dynamic between the two. Friday 17 October, Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This Agatha Christie-esque thriller includes Keira Knightley playing Laura, a top-notch writer who opts for a break from writing about international wars to embark on a luxury cruise with a gravely sick Scandinavian billionaire and philanthropist, her spouse, plus additional filthy rich passengers. But after an unknown lady goes overboard overnight and the entire crew claims she was never there, her journalistic curiosity awaken. Out now, on Netflix
Presence
Soderbergh tests his directorial skills through this nifty paranormal narrative filmed completely through the eyes of the phantom. When a household including mother Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe occupies their recent residence, the camera – representing the ghost – shadows their actions. The teen shows signs of aware of the poltergeist, and it looks like defensive toward her. However, the motive remains? This is an entertaining concept that remains concise, featuring a surprise you might not see coming. October 11th, multiple showings, the Sky channel
This Self-Referential Film
Nicolas Cage wholeheartedly adopts his unique fame via this autobiographical spoof. He acts as a self-obsessed film star called Nicolas Cage who agrees to a million-dollar gig to visit a festive event in Mallorca for the rich superfan Javi. Contacted by the CIA to gather intel on the alleged criminal, the actor's unique performing skills comes in handy. This Saturday, evening, Channel 4
This Creepy Thriller
Scott Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller remains effective without requiring a sequel. Located in 1970s Colorado, several disappearances has left the local kids frightened. Once Finney is taken by “the Grabber” and held captive in a basement, he dreads a fatal end. Yet the old telephone on the wall continues to ring, with eerie communicators providing assistance, while the prophetic visions from his sibling Gwen could save him. An effective horror. Saturday 11 October, nighttime, on Film4
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the struggle between faith and wealth, 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 plays the corrupt Bakker, who declares initially, claiming divine approval for wealth. Both individuals commence monetising the people's spiritual convictions. It's a spectacle of poor styling, overdone appearance and bad faith, yet the lead actress succeeds to depict Tammy Faye with compassion. Next Tuesday, late night, the Film4 channel
The Spy Mystery
This week's second offering from the filmmaker is a spy mystery as sharp similar to the collars sported by Fassbender's intelligence officer. He is tasked to discover a traitor within their ranks from a group of five – among them is his own wife. Each performer are experts of understated style, resulting in an engaging psychological game of truth or lie develops. The supporting cast join in the smart espionage amusement. October 17th, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, the Sky channel
