Pick of the Week
This Satirical Thriller
Director Coralie Fargeat's unflinching critique tackles the demanding standards for women's appearance and the feared consequences of growing older. The veteran actress delivers an inspired performance playing Elisabeth, an aging film star forced into starring in an aerobics show on TV. Forced aside thanks to her slimy boss Harvey, she turns to a secretive and horrifying process titled "The Substance". This generates a new version of herself called Sue, culminating in a progressively parasitic dynamic among both women. October 17th, the streaming service Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10
This Agatha Christie-esque story stars Keira Knightley in the role of Laura, a skilled journalist who takes some time off from reporting on international wars to embark on an opulent ship with a gravely sick wealthy inheritor and philanthropist, her spouse, as well as other affluent passengers. Yet once a mysterious woman goes overboard overnight and the entire crew denies she ever existed, the reporter's sleuthing skills take over. Out now, the Netflix platform
Presence Film
Soderbergh pushes his film-making abilities in this nifty ghostly tale shot entirely from the viewpoint of the spirit. When a household featuring mother Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe settles into their recent residence, the camera – as the unseen entity – tracks their movements. Chloe seems aware of the poltergeist, and it looks like guarding her. However, the motive remains? It's a fun idea that remains concise, including a revelation that may be unexpected. This Saturday, afternoon and evening times, the Sky channel
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
Nicolas Cage embraces his eccentric image in this meta comedy caper. He portrays an egotistical Hollywood actor named Nicolas Cage who accepts a million-dollar gig to appear at a birthday party in Mallorca for billionaire Javi Gutierrez. Contacted by government spies to investigate the suspected cartel boss, Cage's unconventional method is put to the test. Saturday 11 October, 9pm, the Channel 4 network
The Black Phone Horror
Scott Derrickson's contained scarefest stands strong without requiring a sequel. Located in 1978 Denver, multiple disappearances has rendered the local kids anxious. After Finney is kidnapped by the villain and held captive in a dungeon, he anticipates the worst. But the non-functional line in the room continues to ring, with eerie communicators providing assistance, and the prescient dreams from his sibling Gwen might rescue him. An effective horror. This Saturday, late evening, on Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the conflict between God and Mammon, the victory is clear for greed in Michael Showalter's wonderfully garish biopic of the disgraced TV preacher and her criminal husband. Garfield acts as the corrupt Bakker, who proclaims early on, “God does not want us to be poor,”. Both individuals begin capitalizing on the American public's religious faith. It's a spectacle of bad interior design, excessive cosmetics and hypocrisy, however the lead actress succeeds to show the character in a likable light. Next Tuesday, late night, on Film4
This Espionage Thriller
This week's another release from the filmmaker presents a spy mystery as sharp like the turtlenecks used by Michael Fassbender's intelligence officer. He is tasked with uncovering a mole within their ranks from a group of five – including is his own wife. Each performer excel of calm composure, so a delicious mental battle of deception or honesty takes place. Additional actors join in the intelligent intelligence fun. Friday 17 October, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema
