Pick of the Week
The Substance Film
Coralie Fargeat's daring satire examines the oppressive nature of women's appearance as well as the dreaded aspects of growing older. Hollywood star Demi Moore offers a masterful portrayal playing Elisabeth, a mature actress demoted to starring in a workout series on TV. Forced aside by her deceitful superior Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she undergoes a secretive and gruesome process known as this experimental method. This produces a new version of herself called Sue, leading to a steadily more toxic connection between the two. This Friday, Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This classic whodunit thriller includes Knightley in the role of Laura, an ace reporter who opts for a hiatus from covering world issues to embark on a luxury cruise alongside a gravely sick wealthy inheritor and charitable figure, her partner, plus additional extremely wealthy passengers. Yet once an enigmatic female disappears from the ship during the evening and the entire crew denies she ever existed, her journalistic curiosity kick in. Out now, on Netflix
This Supernatural Story
Soderbergh challenges his creative boundaries with this clever ghostly tale captured wholly from the viewpoint of the phantom. After a clan including mother Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe occupies their recent residence, the lens – as the unseen entity – shadows their actions. Chloe seems conscious of the supernatural presence, and the entity appears defensive toward her. Yet what is the reason? The premise is enjoyable that avoids overstaying, with a twist that could catch you off guard. October 11th, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
Cage wholeheartedly adopts his eccentric image via this meta comedy caper. He acts as an egotistical film star called Nicolas Cage who takes on a million-dollar gig to appear at a celebration on the Spanish island for the rich Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Hired by the CIA to investigate the alleged criminal, his unique performing skills proves useful. Saturday 11 October, evening, on Channel 4
The Black Phone
Derrickson's contained scarefest holds up well even without a sequel. Taking place in the late 70s in Denver, multiple child abductions has made the youth frightened. When Finney is kidnapped by the kidnapper and imprisoned in a basement, he dreads the worst. But the disconnected phone on the wall continues to ring, with ghostly voices providing assistance, while the prophetic visions of Gwen, his sister might rescue him. An effective horror. This Saturday, nighttime, on Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the struggle between God and Mammon, the victory is clear for greed in Michael Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top film adaptation about the fallen TV preacher and her criminal husband. The actor portrays the greedy Jim, who proclaims initially, claiming divine approval for wealth. He and Tammy Faye set about profiting from the nation's spiritual convictions. It's a riot of bad interior design, overdone appearance and bad faith, however the lead actress manages to present Tammy Faye in a likable light. Next Tuesday, early morning, the Film4 channel
Black Bag
This week's another release from the filmmaker is a espionage tale as precise similar to the collars sported by Michael Fassbender's British agent. He is tasked with uncovering a double agent inside the organization from five suspects – one of whom is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. Each performer are experts of understated style, leading to a delightful psychological game of deception or honesty unfolds. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela join in the clever spy entertainment. This Friday, various showings, Sky Cinema
