Pick of the Week
The Substance
The filmmaker's unflinching satire tackles the demanding standards for female beauty along with the dreaded aspects of growing older. The veteran actress delivers a masterful acting turn in the role of Elisabeth, an aging celebrity demoted to starring in an aerobics show on the small screen. Edged out due to her slimy boss Harvey, she seeks out an enigmatic and terrifying procedure called this experimental method. This produces a younger clone named Sue, culminating in a progressively parasitic dynamic among both women. October 17th, the streaming service Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This Agatha Christie-esque thriller includes the talented actress in the role of Laura, an ace reporter who decides to take a break from covering international wars to board a high-end voyage with an ailing wealthy inheritor and charitable figure, her spouse, and other extremely wealthy individuals. But after a mysterious woman falls into the sea overnight and everyone claims she was never there, her journalistic curiosity awaken. Out now, on Netflix
Presence Film
Steven Soderbergh challenges his creative boundaries in this nifty ghostly tale shot entirely from the perspective of the spirit. After a clan including mother Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe settles into their fresh home, the filming device – as the unseen entity – shadows their actions. The daughter appears sensing the supernatural presence, and the entity appears defensive toward her. Yet what is the reason? The premise is enjoyable that avoids overstaying, including a revelation that could catch you off guard. October 11th, multiple showings, Sky Cinema
This Self-Referential Film
Nicolas Cage embraces his cult stardom in this self-referential adventure. He plays a self-obsessed celebrity named Nicolas Cage who accepts a lucrative offer to visit a festive event in Mallorca for the rich Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Recruited by the CIA to investigate the suspected cartel boss, his unconventional method proves useful. Saturday 11 October, 9pm, the Channel 4 network
This Creepy Thriller
Scott Derrickson's locked-room horror stands strong despite the lack of a follow-up. Taking place in the late 70s in Denver, multiple child abductions has rendered the local kids anxious. Once Finney is kidnapped by the kidnapper and imprisoned in a basement, he anticipates a terrible outcome. However, the old telephone mounted nearby keeps ringing, with eerie communicators giving advice, and the intuitive nightmares of his sister Gwen might rescue him. An effective horror. October 11th, late evening, Film4
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the battle between faith and wealth, the winner is obvious for Mammon in this director's wonderfully garish true story regarding the shamed religious broadcaster plus her lawbreaking partner. The actor acts as the corrupt Bakker, who proclaims at the beginning, “God does not want us to be poor,”. He and Tammy Faye set about profiting from the nation's spiritual convictions. It's an extravaganza of poor styling, bad makeup and insincerity, however the lead actress manages to present Tammy Faye as a sympathetic figure. Tuesday 14 October, 1.15am, the Film4 channel
The Spy Mystery
The current week's another release by the same director presents a intelligence thriller as sharp like the turtlenecks sported by Fassbender's British agent. He is tasked with uncovering a mole within their ranks from five suspects – including is his spouse. Each performer excel of calm composure, leading to a delightful mental battle of deception or honesty unfolds. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela take part the smart espionage amusement. October 17th, various showings, Sky Cinema
