Pick of the Week
The Substance Film
Director Coralie Fargeat's bold critique tackles the tyranny of women's appearance and the perceived horrors of advancing years. The veteran actress delivers an inspired acting turn as Elisabeth, a mature celebrity reduced to presenting a fitness program on the small screen. Forced aside thanks to her slimy boss her manager Harvey, she seeks out a mysterious and horrifying treatment titled the Substance. This generates a new version of herself portrayed by Margaret Qualley, leading to a progressively toxic connection between them. October 17th, Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This suspenseful thriller includes Keira Knightley playing Laura, a top-notch writer who takes some time off from reporting on world issues to join a luxury cruise with an ailing Scandinavian billionaire and philanthropist, her spouse, as well as other filthy rich individuals. But after an unknown lady disappears from the ship during the evening and all passengers claims she was never there, her journalistic curiosity take over. Streaming currently, on Netflix
This Supernatural Story
Soderbergh challenges his directorial skills in this clever paranormal narrative shot entirely from the viewpoint of the phantom. When a household with Lucy Liu as Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe occupies their recent residence, the camera – representing the ghost – shadows their actions. The daughter appears conscious of the ghostly being, and it seems guarding her. However, the motive remains? The premise is enjoyable that remains concise, with a twist that could catch you off guard. October 11th, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, the Sky channel
This Self-Referential Film
Cage embraces his eccentric image via this autobiographical spoof. He plays an egotistical Hollywood actor playing himself who takes on a lucrative offer to attend a birthday party on the Spanish island for the rich superfan Javi. Hired by the CIA to gather intel on the suspected cartel boss, the actor's unconventional method comes in handy. Saturday 11 October, evening, on Channel 4
The Black Phone
The director's contained scarefest remains effective despite the lack of a follow-up. Located in 1970s Colorado, a series of disappearances has left the local kids frightened. Once Finney is taken by “the Grabber” and locked up in a basement, he dreads a fatal end. However, the non-functional line on the wall repeatedly calls, with spooky callers providing assistance, and the prophetic visions from his sibling Gwen may be his salvation. A solid creepfest. This Saturday, 10.50pm, the Film4 channel
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the struggle between God and Mammon, the victory is clear for Mammon in Michael Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top biopic of the disgraced televangelist plus her lawbreaking partner. Andrew Garfield portrays the greedy Jim, who declares early on, asserting religious justification for riches. The couple commence profiting from the nation's Christian beliefs. It's an extravaganza of bad interior design, excessive cosmetics and hypocrisy, however Chastain succeeds to present Tammy Faye with compassion. Next Tuesday, late night, Film4
This Espionage Thriller
The current week's another release by the same director is a intelligence thriller as sharp similar to the collars sported by Michael Fassbender's intelligence officer. He receives a mission with uncovering a double agent among the team from a group of five – one of whom is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. Both actors are experts of calm composure, resulting in an engaging mind game of truth or lie develops. Additional actors participate the smart espionage amusement. Friday 17 October, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema
