Pick of the Week
The Substance
The filmmaker's bold commentary examines the demanding standards for feminine aesthetics and the dreaded aspects of advancing years. The veteran actress presents a brilliant performance as Elisabeth, a 50-year-old film star reduced to starring in a fitness program on television. Forced aside by her slimy boss Harvey, she seeks out a secretive and horrifying procedure called the Substance. This produces a new version of herself named Sue, culminating in a steadily more vampiric relationship between the two. Friday 17 October, the streaming service Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10
This suspenseful story stars Keira Knightley as Laura, a skilled journalist who decides to take a break from reporting on global conflict to join a high-end voyage with a gravely sick wealthy inheritor and donor, her spouse, and other filthy rich individuals. But after a mysterious woman disappears from the ship overnight and everyone denies she ever existed, the reporter's sleuthing skills awaken. Out now, on Netflix
Presence Film
Steven Soderbergh challenges his directorial skills with this clever paranormal narrative captured wholly from the viewpoint of the spirit. When a household including mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe moves into their recent residence, the camera – as the unseen entity – shadows their actions. The daughter appears sensing the poltergeist, and it looks like defensive toward her. However, the motive remains? The premise is enjoyable that doesn't outstay its welcome, featuring a surprise that may be unexpected. This Saturday, afternoon and evening times, Sky Cinema Premiere
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Cage embraces his cult stardom via this self-referential adventure. He acts as a narcissistic film star called Nicolas Cage who agrees to a $1m payday to visit a festive event in Mallorca for the wealthy Javi Gutierrez. Contacted by the CIA to gather intel on the potential kingpin, the actor's unconventional method comes in handy. October 11th, prime time, on Channel 4
This Creepy Thriller
The director's contained scarefest remains effective without requiring a follow-up. Taking place in the late 70s in Denver, multiple kidnappings has left the youth on edge. Once Finney is taken by the villain and held captive in a cellar, he anticipates a terrible outcome. Yet the old telephone in the room repeatedly calls, with spooky callers providing assistance, and the prescient dreams of his sister Gwen may be his salvation. A genuinely scary movie. This Saturday, nighttime, on Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the battle between spirituality and money, the winner is obvious for greed in this director's delightfully tacky biopic regarding the shamed religious broadcaster and her criminal husband. Garfield portrays the corrupt Bakker, who states initially, claiming divine approval for wealth. Both individuals commence profiting from the people's spiritual convictions. It's a riot of poor styling, excessive cosmetics and bad faith, though Jessica Chastain succeeds to show the character as a sympathetic figure. Next Tuesday, early morning, on Film4
This Espionage Thriller
This period's another release by the same director delivers a espionage tale as tight similar to the collars worn by the actor's UK spy. His assignment is with uncovering a traitor within their ranks from five suspects – one of whom is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. The two stars excel of calm composure, leading to a delightful mind game of fact versus fiction unfolds. The supporting cast join in the clever spy entertainment. This Friday, multiple time slots, the Sky channel
