Pick of the Week
The Substance
Director Coralie Fargeat's unflinching satire addresses the demanding standards for feminine aesthetics along with the dreaded aspects of ageing. Hollywood star Demi Moore offers an inspired acting turn playing Elisabeth, a mature actress forced into starring in a fitness program on TV. Edged out due to her slimy boss Harvey, she undergoes an enigmatic and terrifying process titled the Substance. This creates a youthful duplicate portrayed by Margaret Qualley, resulting in an increasingly toxic connection between them. October 17th, Paramount Plus
This Mystery Thriller
This classic whodunit mystery includes Keira Knightley as Laura, a top-notch writer who takes a break from reporting on world issues to join a luxury cruise with a gravely sick Scandinavian billionaire and charitable figure, her husband, as well as other extremely wealthy individuals. But after an unknown lady disappears from the ship one night and all passengers denies she ever existed, her journalistic curiosity awaken. Out now, on Netflix
Presence Film
Soderbergh challenges his film-making abilities in this innovative paranormal narrative shot entirely from the perspective of a ghost. After a clan with Lucy Liu as Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe occupies their recent residence, the camera – AKA the Presence – tracks their movements. The teen shows signs of aware of the ghostly being, and the entity appears guarding her. Yet what is the reason? This is an entertaining concept that remains concise, featuring a surprise that may be unexpected. October 11th, multiple showings, Sky Cinema Premiere
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
The iconic actor fully commits to his eccentric image through this self-referential adventure. He portrays an egotistical Hollywood actor called Nicolas Cage who takes on a million-dollar gig to attend a birthday party in Mallorca for the wealthy superfan Javi. Recruited by government spies to investigate the alleged criminal, the actor's unique performing skills comes in handy. This Saturday, prime time, on Channel 4
The Black Phone
Scott Derrickson's locked-room horror stands strong even without a continuation. Set in the late 70s in Denver, a series of disappearances has left the children frightened. After Finney gets captured by “the Grabber” and held captive in a dungeon, he fears a fatal end. However, the disconnected phone in the room continues to ring, with spooky callers giving advice, while the intuitive nightmares from his sibling Gwen might rescue him. A genuinely scary movie. October 11th, 10.50pm, the Film4 channel
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the conflict between God and Mammon, the victory is clear for materialism in Showalter's delightfully tacky biopic regarding the shamed televangelist and her criminal husband. The actor portrays the corrupt Bakker, who declares early on, asserting religious justification for riches. The couple set about profiting from the people's religious faith. It's a spectacle of tacky decor, bad makeup and bad faith, yet the lead actress manages to present Tammy Faye in a likable light. Tuesday 14 October, early morning, Film4
Black Bag
This week's another release from Steven Soderbergh is a espionage tale as precise like the turtlenecks worn by Fassbender's UK spy. He receives a mission to discover a traitor among the team out of five possibilities – including is his spouse. Each performer are experts of calm composure, leading to a delightful mind game of truth or lie unfolds. Additional actors participate the intelligent intelligence fun. October 17th, multiple time slots, Sky Cinema Premiere
