Pick of the Week
The Substance Film
Director Coralie Fargeat's unflinching critique examines the tyranny of women's appearance along with the feared consequences of growing older. Hollywood star Demi Moore presents an inspired performance in the role of Elisabeth, an aging celebrity forced into hosting an aerobics show on television. Pushed out thanks to her slimy boss Harvey, she seeks out a mysterious and horrifying treatment known as "The Substance". This creates a younger clone portrayed by Margaret Qualley, resulting in a steadily more vampiric relationship between them. October 17th, Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This Agatha Christie-esque thriller features Keira Knightley playing Laura, a skilled journalist who takes a hiatus from covering world issues to board a luxury cruise accompanied by a terminally ill Norwegian shipping heiress and charitable figure, her partner, and other extremely wealthy individuals. But after an enigmatic female goes overboard overnight and all passengers claims she was never there, her journalistic curiosity kick in. Available now, on Netflix
This Supernatural Story
Steven Soderbergh challenges his creative boundaries through this nifty paranormal narrative captured wholly from the perspective of a ghost. As a family including mother Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe occupies their fresh home, the lens – representing the ghost – tracks their movements. The teen shows signs of conscious of the supernatural presence, and it seems guarding her. Yet what is the reason? It's a fun idea that remains concise, including a revelation you might not see coming. October 11th, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, the Sky channel
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
The iconic actor embraces his eccentric image in this autobiographical spoof. He portrays an egotistical celebrity playing himself who accepts a lucrative offer to appear at a birthday party at a Mediterranean location for the wealthy Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Hired by the CIA to spy on the suspected cartel boss, the actor's unique performing skills is put to the test. October 11th, 9pm, the Channel 4 network
This Creepy Thriller
The director's locked-room horror stands strong despite the lack of a continuation. Located in 1970s Colorado, multiple child abductions has made the youth anxious. When Finney gets captured by the kidnapper and locked up in a basement, he dreads a fatal end. However, the disconnected phone mounted nearby keeps ringing, with ghostly voices giving advice, and the prophetic visions from his sibling Gwen may be his salvation. A solid creepfest. This Saturday, late evening, the Film4 channel
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the struggle between spirituality and money, the victory is clear for materialism in this director's wonderfully garish true story of the disgraced religious broadcaster and her criminal husband. Andrew Garfield portrays the greedy Jim, who proclaims initially, claiming divine approval for wealth. Both individuals set about profiting from the nation's spiritual convictions. It's a riot of bad interior design, excessive cosmetics and bad faith, though the lead actress manages to depict Tammy Faye with compassion. Tuesday 14 October, late night, the Film4 channel
Black Bag
This week's additional entry from Steven Soderbergh delivers a intelligence thriller as tight similar to the collars sported by Fassbender's British agent. His assignment is to discover a mole inside the organization from a group of five – among them is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. The two stars are experts of calm composure, leading to a delightful psychological game of truth or lie unfolds. The supporting cast participate the intelligent intelligence fun. This Friday, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
