Pick of the Week
The Substance
Director Coralie Fargeat's unflinching critique tackles the demanding standards for women's appearance as well as the perceived horrors of ageing. Demi Moore presents a brilliant performance in the role of Elisabeth, a mature film star demoted to hosting a fitness program on the small screen. Pushed out by her deceitful superior her manager Harvey, she seeks out an enigmatic and horrifying procedure titled the Substance. This produces a youthful duplicate portrayed by Margaret Qualley, leading to a progressively parasitic dynamic among both women. This Friday, Paramount Plus
This Mystery Thriller
This Agatha Christie-esque mystery includes Knightley as Laura, a top-notch writer who opts for a break from reporting on international wars to board a luxury cruise with a gravely sick Norwegian shipping heiress and charitable figure, her husband, as well as other extremely wealthy passengers. However when an enigmatic female disappears from the ship during the evening and the entire crew denies she ever existed, Laura's investigative instincts take over. Available now, on Netflix
This Supernatural Story
Steven Soderbergh pushes his creative boundaries with this innovative paranormal narrative shot entirely through the eyes of the phantom. After a clan with Lucy Liu as Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe moves into their new suburban house, the filming device – AKA the Presence – follows them around. The teen shows signs of sensing the ghostly being, and it looks like protective of her. But why? This is an entertaining concept that remains concise, including a revelation that could catch you off guard. October 11th, afternoon and evening times, the Sky channel
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
Cage embraces his cult stardom in this autobiographical spoof. He portrays a self-obsessed celebrity named Nicolas Cage who agrees to a $1m payday to attend a festive event in Mallorca for the wealthy superfan Javi. Recruited by the CIA to spy on the suspected cartel boss, his unique performing skills proves useful. October 11th, evening, the Channel 4 network
This Creepy Thriller
Scott Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller remains effective even without a follow-up. Set in the late 70s in Denver, multiple kidnappings has made the local kids frightened. Once Finney is kidnapped by the villain and imprisoned in a cellar, he anticipates a fatal end. However, the non-functional line mounted nearby continues to ring, with eerie communicators providing assistance, while the intuitive nightmares of Gwen, his sister could save him. An effective horror. October 11th, nighttime, the Film4 channel
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the struggle between faith and wealth, the victory is clear for Mammon in Showalter's delightfully tacky true story regarding the shamed televangelist and her criminal husband. Garfield acts as the corrupt Bakker, who states early on, “God does not want us to be poor,”. The couple begin profiting from the nation's Christian beliefs. It's a spectacle of tacky decor, bad makeup and insincerity, yet Jessica Chastain succeeds to present the character with compassion. Tuesday 14 October, 1.15am, on Film4
Black Bag
This week's another release by the same director is a espionage tale as precise like the turtlenecks sported by Fassbender's British agent. He is tasked with uncovering a double agent within their ranks from five suspects – including is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. Each performer are masters of deadpan cool, so a delicious psychological game of fact versus fiction unfolds. Additional actors take part the smart espionage amusement. This Friday, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
