Pick of the Week
This Satirical Thriller
The filmmaker's daring critique tackles the demanding standards for feminine aesthetics as well as the dreaded aspects of growing older. The veteran actress presents an inspired portrayal playing Elisabeth, a mature film star demoted to hosting a workout series on TV. Pushed out thanks to her deceitful superior her manager Harvey, she seeks out a mysterious and terrifying procedure known as the Substance. This creates a youthful duplicate called Sue, leading to a progressively parasitic dynamic between the two. October 17th, Paramount Plus
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This classic whodunit story includes Knightley playing Laura, an ace reporter who opts for a hiatus from covering world issues to embark on a luxury cruise accompanied by an ailing wealthy inheritor and charitable figure, her husband, as well as other affluent guests. However when a mysterious woman disappears from the ship one night and everyone denies she ever existed, her journalistic curiosity take over. Available now, the Netflix platform
This Supernatural Story
Soderbergh challenges his directorial skills with this innovative ghostly tale filmed completely from the perspective of a ghost. When a household with Lucy Liu as Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe occupies their fresh home, the lens – as the unseen entity – follows them around. Chloe seems sensing the poltergeist, and the entity appears protective of her. Yet what is the reason? It's a fun idea that doesn't outstay its welcome, featuring a surprise that may be unexpected. Saturday 11 October, afternoon and evening times, Sky Cinema Premiere
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
Cage fully commits to his eccentric image through this autobiographical spoof. He portrays a self-obsessed film star called Nicolas Cage who agrees to a million-dollar gig to attend a birthday party at a Mediterranean location for the rich superfan Javi. Recruited by government spies to spy on the suspected cartel boss, his unconventional method proves useful. This Saturday, 9pm, Channel 4
The Black Phone
Scott Derrickson's locked-room horror holds up well even without a sequel. Set in the late 70s in Denver, multiple disappearances has made the youth on edge. When Finney is kidnapped by the kidnapper and held captive in a dungeon, he fears a fatal end. However, the non-functional line on the wall keeps ringing, with eerie communicators offering help, as the prophetic visions of his sister Gwen may be his salvation. A genuinely scary movie. This Saturday, 10.50pm, the Film4 channel
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the struggle between God and Mammon, it's a knockout win for Mammon in Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top film adaptation regarding the shamed TV preacher plus her lawbreaking partner. The actor acts as the greedy Jim, who states at the beginning, asserting religious justification for riches. The couple commence monetising the people's Christian beliefs. It's an extravaganza of tacky decor, excessive cosmetics and bad faith, however Jessica Chastain succeeds to show the real-life figure in a likable light. Next Tuesday, late night, on Film4
The Spy Mystery
The current week's another release from the filmmaker presents a spy mystery as tight similar to the collars used by the actor's UK spy. He is tasked with uncovering a traitor among the team out of five possibilities – among them is his spouse. Each performer are masters of calm composure, resulting in an engaging psychological game of deception or honesty unfolds. The supporting cast participate the clever spy entertainment. October 17th, various showings, Sky Cinema
