Pick of the Week
The Substance Film
Coralie Fargeat's daring satire examines the demanding standards for feminine aesthetics along with the dreaded aspects of growing older. Demi Moore presents an inspired performance playing Elisabeth, an aging celebrity forced into hosting an aerobics show on television. Edged out by her slimy boss her manager Harvey, she seeks out an enigmatic and terrifying treatment called "The Substance". This generates a youthful duplicate portrayed by Margaret Qualley, resulting in a steadily more vampiric relationship between the two. October 17th, the streaming service Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This Agatha Christie-esque thriller includes Keira Knightley in the role of Laura, a top-notch writer 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 husband, as well as other extremely wealthy passengers. However when an unknown lady falls into the sea during the evening and the entire crew claims she was never there, Laura's investigative instincts kick in. Available now, Netflix
This Supernatural Story
Steven Soderbergh tests his directorial skills through this nifty paranormal narrative shot entirely from the viewpoint of the spirit. When a household with Lucy Liu as Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe occupies their new suburban house, the camera – as the unseen entity – tracks their movements. The daughter appears sensing the poltergeist, and it seems defensive toward her. But why? It's a fun idea that remains concise, with a twist you might not see coming. October 11th, afternoon and evening times, Sky Cinema
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
Nicolas Cage embraces his unique fame through this autobiographical spoof. He acts as a self-obsessed film star playing himself who accepts a $1m payday to appear at a celebration in Mallorca for the wealthy superfan Javi. Recruited by the CIA to investigate the alleged criminal, his unique performing skills proves useful. October 11th, 9pm, the Channel 4 network
This Creepy Thriller
Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller stands strong even without a sequel. Set in 1970s Colorado, a series of disappearances has made the children frightened. When Finney is taken by “the Grabber” and held captive in a cellar, he dreads the worst. However, the old telephone on the wall keeps ringing, with eerie communicators giving advice, and the prescient dreams from his sibling Gwen might rescue him. An effective horror. This Saturday, nighttime, Film4
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the conflict between faith and wealth, the victory is clear for greed in Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top true story of the disgraced TV preacher plus her lawbreaking partner. Andrew Garfield plays the greedy Jim, who proclaims early on, “God does not want us to be poor,”. Both individuals begin monetising the nation's Christian beliefs. It's an extravaganza of poor styling, excessive cosmetics and bad faith, however the lead actress succeeds to show the real-life figure as a sympathetic figure. Next Tuesday, early morning, the Film4 channel
This Espionage Thriller
This week's another release by the same director delivers a intelligence thriller as tight as the polo necks sported by the actor's UK spy. His assignment is to discover a mole among the team out of five possibilities – among them is his spouse. The two stars are experts of calm composure, so a delicious mental battle of truth or lie develops. Additional actors join in the smart espionage amusement. This Friday, various showings, Sky Cinema Premiere
