Pick of the Week
This Satirical Thriller
The filmmaker's bold critique examines the tyranny of women's appearance along with the perceived horrors of growing older. Demi Moore presents a masterful performance as Elisabeth, a mature celebrity demoted to hosting a fitness program on the small screen. Forced aside by her unscrupulous employer Harvey, she turns to a mysterious and horrifying procedure titled "The Substance". This generates a youthful duplicate named Sue, leading to an increasingly parasitic dynamic between the two. Friday 17 October, Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10
This Agatha Christie-esque story stars the talented actress in the role of Laura, an ace reporter who opts for a hiatus from writing about international wars to embark on a high-end voyage with an ailing Scandinavian billionaire and donor, her spouse, as well as other filthy rich individuals. However when an unknown lady disappears from the ship one night and all passengers insists she wasn't real, Laura's investigative instincts kick in. Out now, on Netflix
Presence Film
The acclaimed director challenges his creative boundaries through this clever ghostly tale filmed completely from the viewpoint of the spirit. As a family including mother Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe occupies their recent residence, the filming device – representing the ghost – tracks their movements. The teen shows signs of sensing the supernatural presence, and it looks like defensive toward her. But why? The premise is enjoyable that remains concise, featuring a surprise that may be unexpected. Saturday 11 October, afternoon and evening times, Sky Cinema
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
The iconic actor fully commits to his unique fame in this meta comedy caper. He portrays a narcissistic celebrity playing himself who accepts a million-dollar gig to appear at a celebration in Mallorca for billionaire Javi Gutierrez. Hired by government spies to spy on the alleged criminal, Cage's “nouveau shamanic acting ability” is put to the test. October 11th, evening, on Channel 4
The Black Phone
Scott Derrickson's locked-room horror stands strong without requiring a follow-up. Set in the late 70s in Denver, several kidnappings has made the youth on edge. When Finney is kidnapped by the villain and imprisoned in a cellar, he anticipates a fatal end. But the old telephone on the wall keeps ringing, with ghostly voices giving advice, as the intuitive nightmares of his sister Gwen could save him. An effective horror. This Saturday, 10.50pm, on Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the battle between God and Mammon, the victory is clear for materialism in Michael Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top film adaptation about the fallen televangelist and her felon spouse. Garfield acts as the corrupt Bakker, who states at the beginning, claiming divine approval for wealth. Both individuals commence capitalizing on the nation's Christian beliefs. It's a riot of tacky decor, excessive cosmetics and insincerity, yet Chastain manages to present Tammy Faye with compassion. Tuesday 14 October, early morning, Film4
Black Bag
This week's additional entry by the same director presents a spy mystery as tight as the polo necks worn by Fassbender's UK spy. He receives a mission to identify a double agent within their ranks out of five possibilities – including is his spouse. Both actors are experts of deadpan cool, leading to a delightful psychological game of fact versus fiction takes place. Additional actors participate the smart espionage amusement. Friday 17 October, various showings, the Sky channel
