Pick of the Week
The Substance Film
Coralie Fargeat's daring critique tackles the demanding standards for female beauty as well as the dreaded aspects of advancing years. The veteran actress delivers a masterful portrayal in the role of Elisabeth, a 50-year-old actress reduced to hosting a fitness program on TV. Pushed out due to her unscrupulous employer Harvey, she turns to a secretive and horrifying procedure called "The Substance". This produces a younger clone named Sue, culminating in an increasingly parasitic dynamic among both women. Friday 17 October, Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This suspenseful story includes the talented actress playing Laura, a skilled journalist who decides to take some time off from writing about global conflict to board a high-end voyage alongside a terminally ill Norwegian shipping heiress and donor, her husband, as well as other affluent individuals. Yet once an enigmatic female goes overboard overnight and all passengers claims she was never there, the reporter's sleuthing skills kick in. Streaming currently, the Netflix platform
This Supernatural Story
Soderbergh challenges his creative boundaries with this innovative paranormal narrative filmed completely from the viewpoint of a ghost. As a family featuring mother Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe moves into their recent residence, the lens – as the unseen entity – shadows their actions. Chloe seems conscious of the ghostly being, and it looks like protective of her. However, the motive remains? This is an entertaining concept that avoids overstaying, featuring a surprise you might not see coming. This Saturday, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
Cage fully commits to his eccentric image in this self-referential adventure. He plays a narcissistic Hollywood actor named Nicolas Cage who accepts a lucrative offer to visit a celebration on the Spanish island for the wealthy superfan Javi. Contacted by government spies to investigate the suspected cartel boss, his unique performing skills comes in handy. Saturday 11 October, 9pm, on Channel 4
The Black Phone Horror
The director's claustrophobic thriller stands strong even without a continuation. Taking place in the late 70s in Denver, multiple disappearances has made the youth on edge. When Finney is taken by the kidnapper and locked up in a cellar, he dreads the worst. But the old telephone mounted nearby keeps ringing, with ghostly voices providing assistance, and the prescient dreams from his sibling Gwen may be his salvation. A genuinely scary movie. Saturday 11 October, 10.50pm, on Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the conflict between faith and wealth, the victory is clear for materialism in Michael Showalter's wonderfully garish biopic about the fallen religious broadcaster and her criminal husband. The actor acts as the greedy Jim, who declares at the beginning, asserting religious justification for riches. The couple set about monetising the people's spiritual convictions. It's a spectacle of tacky decor, excessive cosmetics and insincerity, yet the lead actress succeeds to present the character in a likable light. October 14th, early morning, the Film4 channel
This Espionage Thriller
The current week's another release from the filmmaker is a intelligence thriller as sharp similar to the collars worn by Fassbender's British agent. His assignment is with uncovering a traitor among the team out of five possibilities – including is his spouse. Each performer are masters of calm composure, resulting in an engaging psychological game of deception or honesty develops. Additional actors participate the clever spy entertainment. Friday 17 October, various showings, Sky Cinema Premiere
