Pick of the Week
The Substance
Coralie Fargeat's bold commentary examines the demanding standards for female beauty along with the perceived horrors of advancing years. The veteran actress offers a masterful acting turn in the role of Elisabeth, an aging celebrity forced into hosting a workout series on TV. Forced aside by her unscrupulous employer her manager Harvey, she seeks out an enigmatic and horrifying process known as this experimental method. This produces a youthful duplicate called Sue, culminating in a steadily more parasitic dynamic among both women. This Friday, Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This Agatha Christie-esque mystery includes the talented actress in the role of Laura, a skilled journalist who takes a break from reporting on global conflict to join an opulent ship accompanied by a terminally ill Norwegian shipping heiress and donor, her spouse, and other extremely wealthy guests. However when an enigmatic female disappears from the ship one night and everyone denies she ever existed, the reporter's sleuthing skills kick in. Available now, Netflix
Presence Film
Soderbergh tests his film-making abilities through this nifty paranormal narrative captured wholly through the eyes of the spirit. After a clan with Lucy Liu as Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe moves into their new suburban house, the lens – AKA the Presence – tracks their movements. Chloe seems aware of the supernatural presence, and the entity appears guarding her. However, the motive remains? The premise is enjoyable that remains concise, with a twist that may be unexpected. October 11th, afternoon and evening times, Sky Cinema Premiere
This Self-Referential Film
Nicolas Cage embraces his cult stardom via this self-referential adventure. He plays a self-obsessed celebrity named Nicolas Cage who takes on a lucrative offer to appear at a festive event on the Spanish island for billionaire Javi Gutierrez. Recruited by the CIA to gather intel on the alleged criminal, Cage's unconventional method comes in handy. October 11th, evening, on Channel 4
The Black Phone
The director's contained scarefest holds up well without requiring a follow-up. Located in the late 70s in Denver, several child abductions has made the children anxious. Once Finney is taken by the kidnapper and held captive in a cellar, he fears the worst. But the non-functional line in the room continues to ring, with ghostly voices giving advice, and the prescient dreams of his sister Gwen could save him. An effective horror. Saturday 11 October, nighttime, Film4
This Dramatic Portrait
In the struggle between faith and wealth, the winner is obvious for materialism in this director's brilliantly over-the-top true story regarding the shamed televangelist and her criminal husband. Andrew Garfield portrays the venal Jim, who proclaims at the beginning, “God does not want us to be poor,”. He and Tammy Faye commence monetising the American public's spiritual convictions. It's a riot of tacky decor, excessive cosmetics and hypocrisy, yet the lead actress manages to present Tammy Faye in a likable light. October 14th, late night, on Film4
The Spy Mystery
This period's additional entry from the filmmaker presents a espionage tale as sharp as the polo necks sported by the actor's UK spy. He is tasked with uncovering a mole among the team from five suspects – including is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. Both actors excel of calm composure, leading to a delightful psychological game of truth or lie unfolds. The supporting cast take part the smart espionage amusement. Friday 17 October, multiple time slots, the Sky channel
