Pick of the Week
The Substance
The filmmaker's bold critique addresses the tyranny of feminine aesthetics and the feared consequences of advancing years. Hollywood star Demi Moore presents an inspired performance playing Elisabeth, a mature film star forced into starring in a workout series on TV. Pushed out thanks to her slimy boss Harvey, she undergoes an enigmatic and horrifying process called this experimental method. This creates a youthful duplicate named Sue, culminating in an increasingly vampiric relationship among both women. Friday 17 October, Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This suspenseful thriller stars Knightley playing Laura, a skilled journalist who decides to take some time off from writing about global conflict to board a luxury cruise alongside a gravely sick Scandinavian billionaire and charitable figure, her husband, plus additional extremely wealthy passengers. Yet once a mysterious woman falls into the sea during the evening and everyone claims she was never there, Laura's investigative instincts kick in. Out now, the Netflix platform
This Supernatural Story
The acclaimed director tests his film-making abilities in this clever paranormal narrative filmed completely through the eyes of a ghost. As a family featuring mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe occupies their recent residence, the filming device – AKA the Presence – shadows their actions. The teen shows signs of aware of the supernatural presence, and it seems defensive toward her. Yet what is the reason? The premise is enjoyable that avoids overstaying, with a twist that may be unexpected. This Saturday, multiple showings, Sky Cinema
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Cage embraces his cult stardom in this meta comedy caper. He portrays an egotistical Hollywood actor playing himself who takes on a lucrative offer to attend a celebration on the Spanish island for the rich Javi Gutierrez. Hired by the CIA to investigate the suspected cartel boss, Cage's unconventional method is put to the test. October 11th, evening, Channel 4
This Creepy Thriller
Derrickson's contained scarefest stands strong even without a follow-up. Taking place in 1978 Denver, multiple kidnappings has made the youth anxious. When Finney is taken by “the Grabber” and locked up in a dungeon, he dreads a fatal end. However, the old telephone on the wall repeatedly calls, with eerie communicators offering help, as the prophetic visions from his sibling Gwen could save him. A solid creepfest. October 11th, 10.50pm, on Film4
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the battle between God and Mammon, the victory is clear for Mammon in Michael Showalter's delightfully tacky film adaptation about the fallen religious broadcaster and her felon spouse. Garfield plays the corrupt Bakker, who declares early on, claiming divine approval for wealth. Both individuals commence capitalizing on the American public's Christian beliefs. It's a riot of poor styling, overdone appearance and bad faith, yet the lead actress succeeds to show the character in a likable light. Next Tuesday, early morning, the Film4 channel
Black Bag
This period's second offering from Steven Soderbergh presents a spy mystery as tight as the polo necks worn by Michael Fassbender's UK spy. His assignment is to discover a double agent inside the organization from five suspects – including is his own wife. The two stars are experts of understated style, so a delicious mental battle of deception or honesty takes place. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela take part the smart espionage amusement. October 17th, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema
