Pick of the Week
The Substance
Director Coralie Fargeat's bold satire examines the oppressive nature of women's appearance and the feared consequences of growing older. Hollywood star Demi Moore delivers a masterful portrayal in the role of Elisabeth, a mature film star reduced to hosting a fitness program on television. Forced aside thanks to her slimy boss her manager Harvey, she seeks out an enigmatic and gruesome treatment called this experimental method. This generates a new version of herself called Sue, leading to a progressively parasitic dynamic between the two. This Friday, Paramount Plus
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This suspenseful mystery includes Knightley as Laura, a skilled journalist who opts for some time off from reporting on world issues to board an opulent ship accompanied by an ailing Norwegian shipping heiress and philanthropist, her husband, as well as other filthy rich passengers. Yet once an enigmatic female disappears from the ship overnight and the entire crew denies she ever existed, her journalistic curiosity awaken. Streaming currently, on Netflix
Presence Film
The acclaimed director pushes his film-making abilities with this clever supernatural story shot entirely through the eyes of the spirit. When a household with Lucy Liu as Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe occupies their new suburban house, the filming device – as the unseen entity – shadows their actions. Chloe seems aware of the ghostly being, and it seems defensive toward her. Yet what is the reason? The premise is enjoyable that doesn't outstay its welcome, including a revelation you might not see coming. This Saturday, afternoon and evening times, Sky Cinema Premiere
This Self-Referential Film
Cage fully commits to his eccentric image in this autobiographical spoof. He portrays a self-obsessed Hollywood actor called Nicolas Cage who accepts a lucrative offer to appear at a birthday party on the Spanish island for the wealthy Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Recruited by the CIA to investigate the suspected cartel boss, Cage's unique performing skills comes in handy. Saturday 11 October, evening, Channel 4
The Black Phone Horror
Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller stands strong despite the lack of a follow-up. Located in 1978 Denver, multiple disappearances has left the children frightened. After Finney is taken by the kidnapper and locked up in a cellar, he dreads the worst. Yet the old telephone in the room keeps ringing, with ghostly voices offering help, as the prophetic visions of Gwen, his sister might rescue him. A genuinely scary movie. This Saturday, nighttime, Film4
This Dramatic Portrait
In the battle between God and Mammon, the winner is obvious for materialism in Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top film adaptation about the fallen TV preacher plus her lawbreaking partner. Andrew Garfield portrays the greedy Jim, who declares at the beginning, “God does not want us to be poor,”. Both individuals begin profiting from the people's religious faith. It's an extravaganza of bad interior design, excessive cosmetics and bad faith, however Chastain manages to present the character in a likable light. October 14th, early morning, Film4
The Spy Mystery
This period's second offering by the same director delivers a spy mystery as tight as the polo necks used by the actor's UK spy. He receives a mission with uncovering a mole within their ranks out of five possibilities – one of whom is his spouse. The two stars excel of deadpan cool, resulting in an engaging mental battle of deception or honesty unfolds. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela join in the smart espionage amusement. Friday 17 October, multiple time slots, the Sky channel
