Pick of the Week
The Substance
Coralie Fargeat's bold commentary tackles the demanding standards for female beauty as well as the dreaded aspects of advancing years. Hollywood star Demi Moore offers a brilliant acting turn as Elisabeth, a mature celebrity reduced to presenting a workout series on TV. Edged out due to her deceitful superior Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she undergoes a mysterious and gruesome process known as "The Substance". This creates a younger clone called Sue, resulting in an increasingly vampiric relationship between the two. October 17th, the streaming service Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10
This suspenseful story features Knightley in the role of Laura, a top-notch writer who opts for some time off from reporting on international wars to board a high-end voyage alongside an ailing wealthy inheritor and philanthropist, her spouse, and other filthy rich individuals. Yet once an unknown lady goes overboard one night and everyone denies she ever existed, Laura's investigative instincts take over. Available now, the Netflix platform
Presence
The acclaimed director tests his creative boundaries through this nifty paranormal narrative filmed completely from the perspective of the phantom. As a family including mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe occupies their fresh home, the lens – representing the ghost – follows them around. The teen shows signs of conscious of the poltergeist, and it seems guarding her. However, the motive remains? This is an entertaining concept that doesn't outstay its welcome, featuring a surprise that could catch you off guard. Saturday 11 October, afternoon and evening times, Sky Cinema Premiere
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Cage embraces his eccentric image through this autobiographical spoof. He acts as an egotistical film star playing himself who takes on a million-dollar gig to attend a festive event on the Spanish island for the rich Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Contacted by government spies to investigate the alleged criminal, his unique performing skills comes in handy. October 11th, prime time, Channel 4
This Creepy Thriller
The director's claustrophobic thriller remains effective without requiring a follow-up. Set in 1978 Denver, multiple kidnappings has rendered the youth on edge. When Finney is taken by the kidnapper and imprisoned in a cellar, he fears a terrible outcome. However, the old telephone mounted nearby continues to ring, with ghostly voices giving advice, as the intuitive nightmares from his sibling Gwen might rescue him. An effective horror. October 11th, late evening, Film4
This Dramatic Portrait
In the battle between spirituality and money, it's a knockout win for materialism in Michael Showalter's wonderfully garish film adaptation about the fallen TV preacher plus her lawbreaking partner. The actor portrays the corrupt Bakker, who proclaims at the beginning, “God does not want us to be poor,”. The couple begin monetising the nation's Christian beliefs. It's a spectacle of tacky decor, overdone appearance and insincerity, though Chastain achieves to present the character in a likable light. Tuesday 14 October, early morning, on Film4
Black Bag
This period's another release from Steven Soderbergh delivers a espionage tale as sharp like the turtlenecks worn by Fassbender's UK spy. He receives a mission to identify a double agent inside the organization from a group of five – one of whom is his spouse. Both actors are experts of calm composure, leading to a delightful mind game of deception or honesty takes place. The supporting cast join in the smart espionage amusement. This Friday, multiple time slots, the Sky channel
