Pick of the Week
The Substance Film
The filmmaker's bold critique tackles the demanding standards for feminine aesthetics as well as the feared consequences of growing older. Demi Moore presents an inspired performance as Elisabeth, a mature actress reduced to presenting an aerobics show on television. Pushed out by her unscrupulous employer Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she seeks out an enigmatic and gruesome process called the Substance. This produces a younger clone portrayed by Margaret Qualley, resulting in a steadily more parasitic dynamic between them. October 17th, Paramount Plus
The Woman in Cabin 10
This classic whodunit mystery features the talented actress as Laura, a top-notch writer who opts for some time off from reporting on world issues to embark on a high-end voyage alongside a gravely sick Norwegian shipping heiress and donor, her partner, plus additional extremely wealthy individuals. Yet once an unknown lady goes overboard during the evening and everyone claims she was never there, the reporter's sleuthing skills kick in. Streaming currently, the Netflix platform
This Supernatural Story
The acclaimed director pushes his directorial skills with this innovative ghostly tale filmed completely from the perspective of the phantom. After a clan featuring mother Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe settles into their recent residence, the filming device – representing the ghost – shadows their actions. The teen shows signs of sensing the poltergeist, and the entity appears guarding her. Yet what is the reason? The premise is enjoyable that remains concise, with a twist you might not see coming. October 11th, afternoon and evening times, the Sky channel
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
Cage wholeheartedly adopts his eccentric image via this autobiographical spoof. He plays a narcissistic film star called Nicolas Cage who accepts a lucrative offer to attend a festive event on the Spanish island for billionaire Javi Gutierrez. Hired by government spies to gather intel on the suspected cartel boss, his unconventional method comes in handy. This Saturday, evening, the Channel 4 network
The Black Phone Horror
Derrickson's contained scarefest remains effective without requiring a follow-up. Taking place in 1970s Colorado, a series of child abductions has rendered the children on edge. When Finney is taken by the villain and held captive in a dungeon, he anticipates a fatal end. Yet the disconnected phone in the room continues to ring, with spooky callers offering help, while the prophetic visions from his sibling Gwen may be his salvation. A solid creepfest. This Saturday, 10.50pm, Film4
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the battle between spirituality and money, it's a knockout win for greed in Showalter's wonderfully garish true story regarding the shamed TV preacher and her criminal husband. Andrew Garfield plays the greedy Jim, who proclaims at the beginning, “God does not want us to be poor,”. The couple set about monetising the American public's Christian beliefs. It's an extravaganza of poor styling, overdone appearance and hypocrisy, however the lead actress manages to present the real-life figure as a sympathetic figure. October 14th, early morning, on Film4
This Espionage Thriller
The current week's additional entry from the filmmaker is a espionage tale as precise as the polo necks worn by Fassbender's intelligence officer. He is tasked to identify a mole inside the organization out of five possibilities – including is his spouse. Both actors excel of calm composure, resulting in an engaging mental battle of truth or lie develops. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela participate the clever spy entertainment. Friday 17 October, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, the Sky channel
