Pick of the Week
This Satirical Thriller
Director Coralie Fargeat's unflinching satire addresses the demanding standards for feminine aesthetics along with the perceived horrors of advancing years. Demi Moore presents a brilliant performance as Elisabeth, a 50-year-old actress forced into presenting an aerobics show on TV. Pushed out due to her unscrupulous employer her manager Harvey, she turns to a secretive and horrifying procedure known as the Substance. This generates a new version of herself called Sue, leading to an increasingly toxic connection between the two. Friday 17 October, Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This suspenseful mystery features Keira Knightley playing Laura, a top-notch writer who takes some time off from writing about global conflict to board a high-end voyage alongside an ailing Norwegian shipping heiress and donor, her husband, plus additional affluent individuals. However when an enigmatic female disappears from the ship during the evening and everyone claims she was never there, her journalistic curiosity awaken. Available now, on Netflix
Presence Film
Soderbergh tests his film-making abilities with this nifty ghostly tale filmed completely through the eyes of the phantom. When a household featuring mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe settles into their fresh home, the filming device – as the unseen entity – follows them around. The daughter appears aware of the ghostly being, and it looks like defensive toward her. However, the motive remains? The premise is enjoyable that avoids overstaying, featuring a surprise that may be unexpected. October 11th, afternoon and evening times, the Sky channel
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
The iconic actor fully commits to his cult stardom via this meta comedy caper. He acts as an egotistical film star called Nicolas Cage who accepts a million-dollar gig to attend a festive event at a Mediterranean location for billionaire superfan Javi. Hired by government spies to investigate the suspected cartel boss, the actor's unconventional method comes in handy. This Saturday, 9pm, the Channel 4 network
The Black Phone Horror
Scott Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller remains effective even without a continuation. Taking place in the late 70s in Denver, several kidnappings has left the local kids anxious. Once Finney gets captured by “the Grabber” and held captive in a cellar, he anticipates a fatal end. But the old telephone in the room continues to ring, with ghostly voices offering help, and the intuitive nightmares of Gwen, his sister might rescue him. A solid creepfest. Saturday 11 October, 10.50pm, Film4
This Dramatic Portrait
In the battle between God and Mammon, the winner is obvious 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 venal Jim, who proclaims early on, claiming divine approval for wealth. He and Tammy Faye commence profiting from the nation's spiritual convictions. It's a riot of tacky decor, overdone appearance and hypocrisy, however the lead actress manages to present Tammy Faye in a likable light. Next Tuesday, 1.15am, the Film4 channel
Black Bag
The current week's another release from Steven Soderbergh delivers a spy mystery as sharp like the turtlenecks sported by Michael Fassbender's British agent. He is tasked with uncovering a mole within their ranks out of five possibilities – one of whom is his spouse. The two stars are experts of deadpan cool, so a delicious mind game of truth or lie unfolds. The supporting cast participate the intelligent intelligence fun. October 17th, various showings, Sky Cinema Premiere
