Pick of the Week
The Substance Film
Director Coralie Fargeat's daring commentary examines the demanding standards for feminine aesthetics and the feared consequences of ageing. Hollywood star Demi Moore offers an inspired portrayal playing Elisabeth, an aging celebrity demoted to starring in a workout series on the small screen. Forced aside thanks to her unscrupulous employer her manager Harvey, she seeks out a secretive and horrifying procedure titled the Substance. This generates a new version of herself named Sue, culminating in a progressively parasitic dynamic between them. Friday 17 October, Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This Agatha Christie-esque mystery features Keira Knightley in the role of Laura, an ace reporter who opts for a hiatus from covering global conflict to embark on a luxury cruise accompanied by a gravely sick Norwegian shipping heiress and philanthropist, her husband, and other filthy rich individuals. But after an enigmatic female falls into the sea one night and everyone insists she wasn't real, her journalistic curiosity awaken. Streaming currently, Netflix
This Supernatural Story
Soderbergh challenges his directorial skills with this clever supernatural story filmed completely from the viewpoint of the phantom. After a clan featuring mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe settles into their fresh home, the filming device – as the unseen entity – follows them around. The daughter appears aware of the supernatural presence, and it looks like defensive toward her. But why? The premise is enjoyable that avoids overstaying, including a revelation that may be unexpected. This Saturday, multiple showings, the Sky channel
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Nicolas Cage wholeheartedly adopts his eccentric image in this self-referential adventure. He acts as a narcissistic celebrity called Nicolas Cage who takes on a lucrative offer to appear at a birthday party at a Mediterranean location for the rich Javi Gutierrez. Recruited by the CIA to gather intel on the potential kingpin, his “nouveau shamanic acting ability” is put to the test. Saturday 11 October, prime time, on Channel 4
This Creepy Thriller
Derrickson's locked-room horror stands strong without requiring a follow-up. Located in the late 70s in Denver, a series of disappearances has rendered the youth anxious. After Finney is kidnapped by “the Grabber” and held captive in a dungeon, he dreads a fatal end. However, the old telephone mounted nearby continues to ring, with eerie communicators giving advice, as the prophetic visions from his sibling Gwen could save him. An effective horror. Saturday 11 October, 10.50pm, on Film4
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the conflict between God and Mammon, the winner is obvious for Mammon in Michael Showalter's delightfully tacky true story regarding the shamed religious broadcaster and her felon spouse. Garfield acts as the greedy Jim, who proclaims early on, claiming divine approval for wealth. The couple commence profiting from the nation's religious faith. It's an extravaganza of poor styling, overdone appearance and hypocrisy, yet the lead actress achieves to present the character as a sympathetic figure. October 14th, late night, Film4
This Espionage Thriller
This period's additional entry from Steven Soderbergh presents a intelligence thriller as sharp similar to the collars sported by the actor's British agent. He is tasked to discover a double agent inside the organization from a group of five – one of whom is his spouse. Each performer excel of understated style, resulting in an engaging mental battle of fact versus fiction unfolds. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela take part the smart espionage amusement. This Friday, various showings, Sky Cinema
