Pick of the Week
The Substance Film
The filmmaker's unflinching satire addresses the demanding standards for feminine aesthetics along with the feared consequences of advancing years. Demi Moore presents an inspired acting turn as Elisabeth, a 50-year-old celebrity reduced to hosting a workout series on television. Pushed out thanks to her slimy boss Harvey, she turns to an enigmatic and terrifying procedure known as this experimental method. This produces a younger clone named Sue, culminating in a steadily more parasitic dynamic among both women. October 17th, the streaming service Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10
This suspenseful thriller includes Knightley in the role of Laura, an ace reporter who decides to take a break from reporting on global conflict to board an opulent ship accompanied by an ailing wealthy inheritor and charitable figure, her partner, and other filthy rich guests. But after a mysterious woman falls into the sea during the evening and all passengers claims she was never there, her journalistic curiosity awaken. Out now, on Netflix
Presence
Steven Soderbergh tests his directorial skills through this nifty paranormal narrative shot entirely from the perspective of the phantom. When a household featuring mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe moves into their new suburban house, the lens – AKA the Presence – tracks their movements. The daughter appears aware of the poltergeist, and it seems defensive toward her. However, the motive remains? It's a fun idea that doesn't outstay its welcome, including a revelation you might not see coming. This Saturday, afternoon and evening times, the Sky channel
This Self-Referential Film
Cage fully commits to his eccentric image in this meta comedy caper. He portrays a narcissistic Hollywood actor playing himself who takes on a million-dollar gig to appear at a festive event in Mallorca for billionaire Javi Gutierrez. Hired by the intelligence agency to investigate the alleged criminal, Cage's unconventional method is put to the test. October 11th, evening, the Channel 4 network
The Black Phone Horror
Derrickson's contained scarefest stands strong without requiring a continuation. Located in 1970s Colorado, multiple kidnappings has rendered the children anxious. When Finney is taken by the villain and locked up in a cellar, he fears a fatal end. But the old telephone on the wall keeps ringing, with spooky callers providing assistance, while the prescient dreams from his sibling Gwen might rescue him. A genuinely scary movie. October 11th, 10.50pm, on Film4
This Dramatic Portrait
In the conflict between spirituality and money, the victory is clear for materialism in Showalter's wonderfully garish film adaptation about the fallen religious broadcaster and her felon spouse. Andrew Garfield portrays the corrupt Bakker, who states initially, asserting religious justification for riches. Both individuals set about profiting from the American public's religious faith. It's an extravaganza of bad interior design, excessive cosmetics and bad faith, though Jessica Chastain achieves to present Tammy Faye in a likable light. Tuesday 14 October, early morning, Film4
The Spy Mystery
The current week's additional entry by the same director is a intelligence thriller as precise as the polo necks used by Michael Fassbender's British agent. He is tasked to discover a double agent among the team from five suspects – one of whom is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. Each performer are experts of deadpan cool, resulting in an engaging mind game of truth or lie takes place. Additional actors participate the smart espionage amusement. Friday 17 October, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, the Sky channel
