Pick of the Week
The Substance Film
Director Coralie Fargeat's unflinching critique examines the oppressive nature of female beauty along with the perceived horrors of growing older. Hollywood star Demi Moore delivers an inspired portrayal playing Elisabeth, a 50-year-old film star reduced to hosting an aerobics show on television. Forced aside due to her deceitful superior Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she seeks out an enigmatic and horrifying procedure called "The Substance". This produces a new version of herself named Sue, leading to an increasingly vampiric relationship among both women. Friday 17 October, the streaming service Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This classic whodunit mystery features the talented actress playing Laura, an ace reporter who takes a break from covering world issues to join a high-end voyage alongside an ailing wealthy inheritor and donor, her spouse, as well as other filthy rich guests. However when an enigmatic female goes overboard one night and everyone insists she wasn't real, the reporter's sleuthing skills awaken. Streaming currently, Netflix
Presence Film
The acclaimed director tests his film-making abilities through this clever ghostly tale captured wholly from the perspective of a ghost. When a household including mother Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe settles into their fresh home, the camera – AKA the Presence – tracks their movements. The daughter appears aware of the poltergeist, and the entity appears guarding her. But why? The premise is enjoyable that remains concise, including a revelation that could catch you off guard. October 11th, multiple showings, Sky Cinema Premiere
This Self-Referential Film
Nicolas Cage wholeheartedly adopts his cult stardom in this meta comedy caper. He portrays an egotistical film star called Nicolas Cage who agrees to a lucrative offer to visit a birthday party at a Mediterranean location for the rich superfan Javi. Contacted by government spies to spy on the alleged criminal, the actor's unconventional method proves useful. This Saturday, evening, Channel 4
The Black Phone Horror
Scott Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller remains effective despite the lack of a sequel. Located in 1970s Colorado, a series of disappearances has left the local kids on edge. Once Finney is taken by the villain and locked up in a basement, he anticipates a fatal end. However, the disconnected phone on the wall continues to ring, with spooky callers providing assistance, as the intuitive nightmares of his sister Gwen could save him. An effective horror. Saturday 11 October, late evening, on Film4
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the struggle between God and Mammon, the victory is clear for greed in this director's brilliantly over-the-top true story regarding the shamed TV preacher and her criminal husband. The actor plays the greedy Jim, who declares early on, claiming divine approval for wealth. Both individuals begin monetising the people's religious faith. It's a riot of poor styling, overdone appearance and hypocrisy, however the lead actress succeeds to depict Tammy Faye in a likable light. Next Tuesday, 1.15am, on Film4
This Espionage Thriller
This week's additional entry by the same director is a espionage tale as sharp like the turtlenecks sported by the actor's UK spy. His assignment is with uncovering a traitor inside the organization out of five possibilities – one of whom is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. Each performer excel of calm composure, resulting in an engaging psychological game of deception or honesty unfolds. The supporting cast take part the intelligent intelligence fun. This Friday, various showings, Sky Cinema
