Pick of the Week
The Substance Film
The filmmaker's bold commentary tackles the oppressive nature of feminine aesthetics as well as the feared consequences of growing older. Hollywood star Demi Moore offers an inspired portrayal in the role of Elisabeth, an aging celebrity forced into starring in an aerobics show on the small screen. Edged out due to her unscrupulous employer Harvey, she undergoes a secretive and horrifying treatment titled the Substance. This creates a youthful duplicate called Sue, culminating in a progressively parasitic dynamic between them. This Friday, Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10
This classic whodunit story stars Knightley playing Laura, a skilled journalist who decides to take some time off from writing about global conflict to join a luxury cruise with a terminally ill Scandinavian billionaire and philanthropist, her spouse, plus additional affluent individuals. However when a mysterious woman falls into the sea one night and all passengers insists she wasn't real, her journalistic curiosity awaken. Streaming currently, the Netflix platform
Presence
The acclaimed director tests his film-making abilities with this clever paranormal narrative filmed completely from the viewpoint of the phantom. When a household including mother Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe occupies their new suburban house, the lens – representing the ghost – follows them around. The daughter appears aware of the supernatural presence, and the entity appears defensive toward her. But why? This is an entertaining concept that avoids overstaying, including a revelation that may be unexpected. This Saturday, multiple showings, Sky Cinema Premiere
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
Cage embraces his unique fame in this self-referential adventure. He acts as a narcissistic celebrity named Nicolas Cage who takes on a $1m payday to attend a festive event on the Spanish island for the wealthy superfan Javi. Contacted by the intelligence agency to investigate the alleged criminal, Cage's “nouveau shamanic acting ability” comes in handy. Saturday 11 October, 9pm, the Channel 4 network
The Black Phone
Scott Derrickson's contained scarefest remains effective without requiring a continuation. Located in 1978 Denver, a series of kidnappings has rendered the children on edge. After Finney gets captured by the villain and imprisoned in a dungeon, he dreads a fatal end. Yet the non-functional line mounted nearby keeps ringing, with ghostly voices giving advice, while the prescient dreams from his sibling Gwen could save him. A solid creepfest. This Saturday, 10.50pm, the Film4 channel
This Dramatic Portrait
In the battle between faith and wealth, the winner is obvious for Mammon in this director's wonderfully garish biopic about the fallen religious broadcaster plus her lawbreaking partner. The actor acts as the venal Jim, who declares early on, claiming divine approval for wealth. He and Tammy Faye commence monetising the nation's Christian beliefs. It's an extravaganza of tacky decor, overdone appearance and hypocrisy, yet Jessica Chastain achieves to show Tammy Faye as a sympathetic figure. October 14th, early morning, Film4
Black Bag
The current week's additional entry by the same director delivers a espionage tale as precise like the turtlenecks used by the actor's UK spy. He receives a mission with uncovering a traitor within their ranks out of five possibilities – one of whom is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. The two stars are masters of understated style, leading to a delightful mental battle of deception or honesty takes place. The supporting cast take part the intelligent intelligence fun. Friday 17 October, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
