Pick of the Week
The Substance
Coralie Fargeat's daring satire addresses the oppressive nature of feminine aesthetics and the dreaded aspects of ageing. Hollywood star Demi Moore delivers a masterful acting turn in the role of Elisabeth, an aging celebrity demoted to starring in an aerobics show on TV. Forced aside thanks to her slimy boss her manager Harvey, she undergoes a secretive and horrifying procedure titled this experimental method. This produces a new version of herself portrayed by Margaret Qualley, culminating in an increasingly toxic connection among both women. Friday 17 October, Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This suspenseful mystery includes the talented actress playing Laura, a skilled journalist who takes some time off from reporting on world issues to embark on a high-end voyage accompanied by a terminally ill wealthy inheritor and donor, her partner, and other extremely wealthy individuals. But after an unknown lady goes overboard overnight and the entire crew insists she wasn't real, the reporter's sleuthing skills kick in. Out now, on Netflix
Presence Film
The acclaimed director pushes his film-making abilities in this innovative ghostly tale filmed completely from the perspective of the phantom. As a family featuring mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe moves into their recent residence, the lens – as the unseen entity – follows them around. Chloe seems sensing the poltergeist, and the entity appears guarding her. Yet what is the reason? The premise is enjoyable that avoids overstaying, with a twist that may be unexpected. Saturday 11 October, multiple showings, Sky Cinema
This Self-Referential Film
Nicolas Cage embraces his unique fame in this meta comedy caper. He portrays an egotistical Hollywood actor called Nicolas Cage who accepts a lucrative offer to visit a festive event at a Mediterranean location for billionaire Javi Gutierrez. Contacted by government spies to spy on the alleged criminal, Cage's unique performing skills comes in handy. October 11th, evening, the Channel 4 network
The Black Phone Horror
Scott Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller stands strong without requiring a follow-up. Set in 1970s Colorado, a series of disappearances has made the youth anxious. When Finney is kidnapped by the villain and held captive in a basement, he fears a fatal end. But the non-functional line in the room continues to ring, with ghostly voices giving advice, and the prophetic visions from his sibling Gwen may be his salvation. An effective horror. This Saturday, nighttime, the Film4 channel
This Dramatic Portrait
In the struggle between spirituality and money, the winner is obvious for greed in Showalter's delightfully tacky biopic about the fallen televangelist and her felon spouse. Garfield portrays the venal Jim, who proclaims initially, “God does not want us to be poor,”. Both individuals commence monetising the nation's religious faith. It's a spectacle of poor styling, excessive cosmetics and hypocrisy, though Jessica Chastain succeeds to present the real-life figure with compassion. Tuesday 14 October, early morning, Film4
The Spy Mystery
This week's additional entry from Steven Soderbergh is a intelligence thriller as sharp similar to the collars sported by Michael Fassbender's intelligence officer. He receives a mission to discover a mole within their ranks from five suspects – one of whom is his spouse. Each performer are experts of deadpan cool, leading to a delightful mind game of fact versus fiction develops. The supporting cast take part the clever spy entertainment. October 17th, multiple time slots, Sky Cinema Premiere
