Pick of the Week
The Substance Film
Director Coralie Fargeat's daring commentary examines the demanding standards for feminine aesthetics and the dreaded aspects of growing older. Demi Moore delivers an inspired performance as Elisabeth, a mature actress demoted to starring in an aerobics show on television. Pushed out due to her slimy boss Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she undergoes a secretive and terrifying process called "The Substance". This creates a youthful duplicate named Sue, resulting in a steadily more vampiric relationship between them. This Friday, Paramount Plus
This Mystery Thriller
This suspenseful mystery includes Keira Knightley in the role of Laura, a skilled journalist who takes a hiatus from writing about world issues to board a luxury cruise alongside a terminally ill Norwegian shipping heiress and donor, her spouse, as well as other affluent individuals. However when a mysterious woman goes overboard during the evening and everyone insists she wasn't real, her journalistic curiosity take over. Out now, on Netflix
Presence Film
Steven Soderbergh pushes his creative boundaries with this nifty paranormal narrative shot entirely through the eyes of a ghost. As a family with Lucy Liu as Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe occupies their recent residence, the lens – AKA the Presence – shadows their actions. The daughter appears aware of the ghostly being, and it looks like protective of her. But why? It's a fun idea that avoids overstaying, including a revelation you might not see coming. This Saturday, afternoon and evening times, Sky Cinema
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Nicolas Cage wholeheartedly adopts his eccentric image through this autobiographical spoof. He acts as an egotistical film star named Nicolas Cage who takes on a million-dollar gig to visit a celebration in Mallorca for the wealthy Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Hired by the intelligence agency to spy on the suspected cartel boss, the actor's “nouveau shamanic acting ability” comes in handy. October 11th, prime time, Channel 4
The Black Phone Horror
Scott Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller stands strong without requiring a sequel. Taking place in the late 70s in Denver, several child abductions has left the youth anxious. After Finney is kidnapped by “the Grabber” and locked up in a dungeon, he anticipates a terrible outcome. However, the disconnected phone mounted nearby continues to ring, with eerie communicators offering help, and the intuitive nightmares of his sister Gwen might rescue him. A genuinely scary movie. This Saturday, late evening, on Film4
This Dramatic Portrait
In the struggle between God and Mammon, it's a knockout win for Mammon in this director's brilliantly over-the-top biopic regarding the shamed televangelist and her criminal husband. Andrew Garfield portrays the greedy Jim, who states at the beginning, claiming divine approval for wealth. The couple commence profiting from the American public's religious faith. It's an extravaganza of tacky decor, bad makeup and insincerity, yet the lead actress succeeds to depict the real-life figure in a likable light. Tuesday 14 October, 1.15am, on Film4
This Espionage Thriller
This period's additional entry from the filmmaker delivers a spy mystery as sharp as the polo necks sported by Fassbender's British agent. His assignment is with uncovering a double agent inside the organization out of five possibilities – including is his own wife. The two stars are experts of calm composure, resulting in an engaging mental battle of truth or lie unfolds. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela participate the smart espionage amusement. Friday 17 October, various showings, Sky Cinema
