Pick of the Week
This Satirical Thriller
Director Coralie Fargeat's bold commentary addresses the oppressive nature of feminine aesthetics and the dreaded aspects of advancing years. Hollywood star Demi Moore offers an inspired acting turn playing Elisabeth, a 50-year-old actress forced into hosting a fitness program on television. Edged out by her deceitful superior her manager Harvey, she seeks out an enigmatic and horrifying process titled the Substance. This produces a younger clone named Sue, culminating in an increasingly vampiric relationship between the two. October 17th, the streaming service Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This classic whodunit story features Knightley playing Laura, a skilled journalist who opts for a hiatus from writing about international wars to board a luxury cruise accompanied by a terminally ill Scandinavian billionaire and philanthropist, her spouse, and other extremely wealthy individuals. Yet once a mysterious woman goes overboard during the evening and the entire crew insists she wasn't real, the reporter's sleuthing skills awaken. Available now, Netflix
Presence
The acclaimed director challenges his creative boundaries through this clever paranormal narrative shot entirely from the perspective of the spirit. As a family featuring mother Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe moves into their fresh home, the camera – as the unseen entity – shadows their actions. The teen shows signs of conscious of the ghostly being, and it seems protective of her. But why? The premise is enjoyable that remains concise, featuring a surprise you might not see coming. Saturday 11 October, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, Sky Cinema
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
Cage fully commits to his unique fame through this self-referential adventure. He portrays an egotistical celebrity playing himself who takes on a $1m payday to visit a festive event at a Mediterranean location for the rich Javi Gutierrez. Hired by the intelligence agency to gather intel on the suspected cartel boss, Cage's unconventional method comes in handy. This Saturday, evening, on Channel 4
The Black Phone
Scott Derrickson's locked-room horror stands strong without requiring a follow-up. Set in 1978 Denver, a series of kidnappings has made the youth frightened. Once Finney gets captured by the kidnapper and locked up in a cellar, he fears the worst. Yet the disconnected phone mounted nearby repeatedly calls, with spooky callers giving advice, while the prescient dreams of his sister Gwen might rescue him. A genuinely scary movie. October 11th, late evening, on Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the conflict between faith and wealth, the victory is clear for greed in Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top film adaptation about the fallen televangelist and her felon spouse. Andrew Garfield plays the corrupt Bakker, who declares early on, claiming divine approval for wealth. Both individuals commence capitalizing on the people's religious faith. It's an extravaganza of poor styling, overdone appearance and insincerity, though Chastain manages to present the real-life figure with compassion. October 14th, 1.15am, on Film4
Black Bag
This week's another release from Steven Soderbergh is a espionage tale as sharp like the turtlenecks sported by the actor's intelligence officer. His assignment is to discover a double agent within their ranks from a group of five – including is his spouse. Both actors are experts of calm composure, resulting in an engaging mental battle of truth or lie takes place. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela participate the intelligent intelligence fun. Friday 17 October, various showings, the Sky channel
