Pick of the Week
The Substance Film
Director Coralie Fargeat's daring critique addresses the demanding standards for female beauty and the feared consequences of advancing years. Hollywood star Demi Moore delivers a masterful portrayal in the role of Elisabeth, a mature actress reduced to hosting a workout series on television. Forced aside due to her deceitful superior Harvey, she seeks out a secretive and gruesome treatment called "The Substance". This produces a younger clone called Sue, culminating in a progressively parasitic dynamic among both women. October 17th, Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This Agatha Christie-esque mystery includes Keira Knightley playing Laura, an ace reporter who decides to take some time off from writing about world issues to join an opulent ship with a gravely sick Scandinavian billionaire and donor, her spouse, as well as other affluent individuals. Yet once an unknown lady falls into the sea one night and everyone claims she was never there, the reporter's sleuthing skills awaken. Streaming currently, Netflix
This Supernatural Story
The acclaimed director pushes his directorial skills in this clever supernatural story filmed completely from the perspective of a ghost. When a household including mother Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe settles into their recent residence, the lens – as the unseen entity – shadows their actions. The daughter appears aware of the ghostly being, and it seems defensive toward her. Yet what is the reason? The premise is enjoyable that doesn't outstay its welcome, with a twist you might not see coming. October 11th, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, Sky Cinema
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
Nicolas Cage wholeheartedly adopts his eccentric image through this autobiographical spoof. He acts as a self-obsessed Hollywood actor named Nicolas Cage who takes on a lucrative offer to attend a celebration on the Spanish island for the rich superfan Javi. Contacted by government spies to spy on the suspected cartel boss, the actor's “nouveau shamanic acting ability” comes in handy. Saturday 11 October, prime time, on Channel 4
The Black Phone Horror
Derrickson's locked-room horror remains effective without requiring a sequel. Set in the late 70s in Denver, several kidnappings has made the local kids anxious. After Finney gets captured by the kidnapper and imprisoned in a basement, he fears the worst. Yet the disconnected phone on the wall continues to ring, with ghostly voices giving advice, while the prophetic visions from his sibling Gwen could save him. A solid creepfest. Saturday 11 October, nighttime, Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the conflict between spirituality and money, the victory is clear for greed in Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top true story of the disgraced televangelist plus her lawbreaking partner. Andrew Garfield acts as the venal Jim, who states early on, “God does not want us to be poor,”. The couple set about capitalizing on the nation's spiritual convictions. It's a riot of poor styling, excessive cosmetics and insincerity, though Chastain succeeds to show the character in a likable light. Next Tuesday, early morning, Film4
This Espionage Thriller
This week's additional entry from the filmmaker delivers a espionage tale as tight like the turtlenecks worn by Fassbender's intelligence officer. He is tasked to discover a double agent among the team from five suspects – including is his spouse. Both actors are masters of deadpan cool, leading to a delightful mental battle of fact versus fiction develops. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela join in the clever spy entertainment. This Friday, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
