Pick of the Week
The Substance Film
The filmmaker's bold critique tackles the tyranny of women's appearance as well as the perceived horrors of growing older. Demi Moore presents a masterful portrayal in the role of Elisabeth, an aging film star reduced to hosting a fitness program on TV. Edged out by her slimy boss Harvey, she seeks out a secretive and gruesome treatment titled the Substance. This creates a new version of herself named Sue, resulting in a steadily more vampiric relationship among both women. Friday 17 October, Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This Agatha Christie-esque mystery includes Keira Knightley in the role of Laura, a skilled journalist who opts for a break from covering world issues to join a high-end voyage accompanied by an ailing Norwegian shipping heiress and donor, her partner, plus additional filthy rich guests. Yet once a mysterious woman goes overboard one night and the entire crew denies she ever existed, the reporter's sleuthing skills kick in. Out now, the Netflix platform
Presence Film
Steven Soderbergh pushes his creative boundaries through this clever ghostly tale filmed completely from the perspective of the phantom. After a clan featuring mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe settles into their fresh home, the camera – representing the ghost – tracks their movements. The daughter appears conscious of the supernatural presence, and it looks like defensive toward her. But why? This is an entertaining concept that avoids overstaying, including a revelation that may be unexpected. This Saturday, multiple showings, Sky Cinema
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
Cage fully commits to his unique fame through this autobiographical spoof. He portrays an egotistical film star named Nicolas Cage who takes on a lucrative offer to attend a celebration at a Mediterranean location for the wealthy Javi Gutierrez. Recruited by government spies to spy on the suspected cartel boss, the actor's unique performing skills is put to the test. October 11th, evening, Channel 4
The Black Phone
The director's locked-room horror holds up well without requiring a sequel. Set in 1970s Colorado, several disappearances has left the children anxious. Once Finney is kidnapped by “the Grabber” and imprisoned in a cellar, he dreads a fatal end. However, the old telephone in the room keeps ringing, with eerie communicators giving advice, and the prophetic visions of his sister Gwen may be his salvation. A genuinely scary movie. This Saturday, nighttime, Film4
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the conflict between spirituality and money, it's a knockout win for materialism in Michael Showalter's wonderfully garish true story regarding the shamed TV preacher and her felon spouse. Garfield acts as the corrupt Bakker, who declares early on, “God does not want us to be poor,”. The couple commence capitalizing on the people's religious faith. It's a riot of poor styling, overdone appearance and bad faith, yet Chastain manages to depict the real-life figure with compassion. Next Tuesday, 1.15am, Film4
Black Bag
This period's second offering from Steven Soderbergh presents a espionage tale as precise as the polo necks sported by the actor's intelligence officer. He receives a mission with uncovering a traitor among the team from a group of five – including is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. The two stars are experts of calm composure, leading to a delightful psychological game of fact versus fiction takes place. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela participate the intelligent intelligence fun. October 17th, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, the Sky channel
