Pick of the Week
The Substance Film
Coralie Fargeat's bold commentary tackles the oppressive nature of feminine aesthetics as well as the feared consequences of growing older. Hollywood star Demi Moore delivers a masterful portrayal as Elisabeth, a mature celebrity reduced to hosting an aerobics show on TV. Forced aside due to her unscrupulous employer Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she undergoes a mysterious and horrifying procedure titled the Substance. This generates a new version of herself called Sue, resulting in an increasingly vampiric relationship among both women. Friday 17 October, Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This Agatha Christie-esque thriller stars Knightley playing Laura, an ace reporter who opts for some time off from writing about international wars to board a luxury cruise accompanied by a terminally ill wealthy inheritor and charitable figure, her partner, and other extremely wealthy individuals. However when an enigmatic female disappears from the ship one night and the entire crew claims she was never there, Laura's investigative instincts awaken. Streaming currently, Netflix
Presence
Steven Soderbergh pushes his directorial skills through this clever ghostly tale captured wholly from the viewpoint of the phantom. As a family with Lucy Liu as Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe occupies their recent residence, the lens – as the unseen entity – shadows their actions. The teen shows signs of sensing the supernatural presence, and it seems guarding her. But why? The premise is enjoyable that avoids overstaying, including a revelation that could catch you off guard. This Saturday, multiple showings, Sky Cinema Premiere
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
The iconic actor wholeheartedly adopts his unique fame via this meta comedy caper. He portrays an egotistical film star named Nicolas Cage who accepts a lucrative offer to attend a birthday party in Mallorca for the rich Javi Gutierrez. Recruited by the intelligence agency to investigate the alleged criminal, the actor's “nouveau shamanic acting ability” comes in handy. October 11th, 9pm, on Channel 4
This Creepy Thriller
The director's contained scarefest stands strong despite the lack of a continuation. Set in the late 70s in Denver, several disappearances has rendered the local kids on edge. After Finney is kidnapped by the kidnapper and locked up in a dungeon, he fears the worst. Yet the old telephone on the wall keeps ringing, with eerie communicators offering help, while the prescient dreams of Gwen, his sister may be his salvation. An effective horror. This Saturday, nighttime, the Film4 channel
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the conflict between God and Mammon, the winner is obvious for materialism in Michael Showalter's delightfully tacky true story of the disgraced TV preacher plus her lawbreaking partner. The actor portrays the corrupt Bakker, who proclaims at the beginning, asserting religious justification for riches. Both individuals begin capitalizing on the people's spiritual convictions. It's a riot of tacky decor, bad makeup and bad faith, though the lead actress achieves to present the character in a likable light. October 14th, late night, Film4
The Spy Mystery
This period's second offering from Steven Soderbergh is a espionage tale as sharp similar to the collars used by Fassbender's intelligence officer. His assignment is with uncovering a mole among the team out of five possibilities – one of whom is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. Each performer are masters of understated style, leading to a delightful mind game of deception or honesty unfolds. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela join in the smart espionage amusement. Friday 17 October, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, the Sky channel
