Pick of the Week
The Substance Film
Coralie Fargeat's unflinching critique examines the demanding standards for female beauty as well as the dreaded aspects of advancing years. The veteran actress offers an inspired performance playing Elisabeth, an aging celebrity forced into hosting a fitness program on TV. Pushed out due to her slimy boss Harvey, she undergoes a mysterious and gruesome process called the Substance. This produces a youthful duplicate portrayed by Margaret Qualley, culminating in an increasingly toxic connection among both women. October 17th, Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This classic whodunit story stars Knightley playing Laura, a skilled journalist who takes some time off from covering world issues to join a luxury cruise alongside a gravely sick Scandinavian billionaire and philanthropist, her spouse, as well as other filthy rich passengers. However when an unknown lady falls into the sea overnight and everyone denies she ever existed, Laura's investigative instincts kick in. Out now, Netflix
Presence
The acclaimed director pushes his directorial skills with this innovative supernatural story captured wholly through the eyes of the spirit. After a clan including mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe occupies their fresh home, the lens – AKA the Presence – shadows their actions. Chloe seems sensing the ghostly being, and it looks like defensive toward her. But why? This is an entertaining concept that doesn't outstay its welcome, with a twist that may be unexpected. This Saturday, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
The iconic actor wholeheartedly adopts his unique fame through this autobiographical spoof. He portrays an egotistical Hollywood actor playing himself who takes on a million-dollar gig to appear at a festive event at a Mediterranean location for billionaire superfan Javi. Recruited by the intelligence agency to investigate the suspected cartel boss, the actor's “nouveau shamanic acting ability” comes in handy. Saturday 11 October, evening, Channel 4
The Black Phone Horror
The director's claustrophobic thriller holds up well despite the lack of a sequel. Set in 1970s Colorado, several disappearances has left the youth anxious. When Finney is kidnapped by “the Grabber” and held captive in a basement, he dreads a fatal end. Yet the old telephone on the wall keeps ringing, with eerie communicators giving advice, while the intuitive nightmares of Gwen, his sister may be his salvation. A solid creepfest. Saturday 11 October, late evening, Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the conflict between spirituality and money, the victory is clear for materialism in Michael Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top true story of the disgraced religious broadcaster plus her lawbreaking partner. Andrew Garfield plays the corrupt Bakker, who proclaims initially, “God does not want us to be poor,”. Both individuals commence capitalizing on the nation's religious faith. It's a riot of tacky decor, excessive cosmetics and bad faith, though the lead actress manages to depict Tammy Faye with compassion. Tuesday 14 October, early morning, Film4
Black Bag
The current week's another release from the filmmaker presents a spy mystery as sharp as the polo necks worn by the actor's UK spy. He is tasked to identify a mole inside the organization from a group of five – including is his own wife. Both actors excel of deadpan cool, so a delicious mind game of truth or lie unfolds. The supporting cast participate the intelligent intelligence fun. This Friday, various showings, the Sky channel
