Pick of the Week
The Substance
Director Coralie Fargeat's unflinching critique tackles the demanding standards for feminine aesthetics and the perceived horrors of growing older. Demi Moore offers a masterful performance in the role of Elisabeth, a 50-year-old actress forced into starring in an aerobics show on TV. Pushed out thanks to her unscrupulous employer Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she undergoes an enigmatic and terrifying treatment called this experimental method. This generates a new version of herself called Sue, resulting in a progressively toxic connection among both women. Friday 17 October, the streaming service Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10
This suspenseful story stars Knightley in the role of Laura, an ace reporter who decides to take a break from reporting on global conflict to join a high-end voyage with a terminally ill Scandinavian billionaire and charitable figure, her partner, as well as other affluent passengers. However when an enigmatic female goes overboard overnight and everyone denies she ever existed, her journalistic curiosity take over. Out now, the Netflix platform
Presence Film
Soderbergh pushes his directorial skills with this innovative paranormal narrative filmed completely from the perspective of a ghost. After a clan with Lucy Liu as Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe settles into their recent residence, the camera – representing the ghost – shadows their actions. The daughter appears sensing the supernatural presence, and the entity appears protective of her. But why? The premise is enjoyable that remains concise, featuring a surprise that may be unexpected. Saturday 11 October, multiple showings, Sky Cinema
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
Cage embraces his unique fame in this self-referential adventure. He acts as an egotistical film star named Nicolas Cage who accepts a million-dollar gig to appear at a birthday party on the Spanish island for billionaire Javi Gutierrez. Hired by government spies to investigate the suspected cartel boss, the actor's unique performing skills is put to the test. Saturday 11 October, prime time, Channel 4
This Creepy Thriller
Derrickson's contained scarefest holds up well even without a continuation. Located in the late 70s in Denver, a series of child abductions has rendered the local kids anxious. After Finney is taken by the villain and locked up in a basement, he fears a terrible outcome. But the old telephone on the wall repeatedly calls, with spooky callers offering help, as the intuitive nightmares from his sibling Gwen could save him. A solid creepfest. Saturday 11 October, nighttime, the Film4 channel
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the battle between God and Mammon, it's a knockout win for greed in Showalter's wonderfully garish true story about the fallen TV preacher plus her lawbreaking partner. The actor acts as the corrupt Bakker, who states at the beginning, “God does not want us to be poor,”. Both individuals commence monetising the people's Christian beliefs. It's a spectacle of tacky decor, overdone appearance and hypocrisy, yet Jessica Chastain succeeds to depict Tammy Faye in a likable light. October 14th, 1.15am, Film4
The Spy Mystery
This period's second offering from the filmmaker is a espionage tale as tight like the turtlenecks worn by Fassbender's intelligence officer. He is tasked to discover a double agent within their ranks from five suspects – including is his own wife. The two stars are masters of calm composure, resulting in an engaging mental battle of deception or honesty takes place. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela take part the intelligent intelligence fun. October 17th, various showings, Sky Cinema Premiere
