Pick of the Week
The Substance
The filmmaker's unflinching satire addresses the oppressive nature of female beauty and the feared consequences of advancing years. Hollywood star Demi Moore presents an inspired acting turn in the role of Elisabeth, an aging actress forced into hosting an aerobics show on TV. Forced aside due to her slimy boss her manager Harvey, she turns to an enigmatic and gruesome process called this experimental method. This generates a youthful duplicate named Sue, resulting in a steadily more toxic connection among both women. October 17th, Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10
This suspenseful story stars the talented actress playing Laura, a skilled journalist who decides to take a break from reporting on world issues to board an opulent ship alongside a gravely sick Scandinavian billionaire and charitable figure, her partner, as well as other extremely wealthy individuals. But after an unknown lady falls into the sea during the evening and the entire crew insists she wasn't real, her journalistic curiosity awaken. Available now, the Netflix platform
This Supernatural Story
The acclaimed director challenges his directorial skills with this clever ghostly tale shot entirely from the viewpoint of the spirit. After a clan featuring mother Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe settles into their new suburban house, the lens – representing the ghost – follows them around. The teen shows signs of aware of the ghostly being, and the entity appears defensive toward her. Yet what is the reason? The premise is enjoyable that avoids overstaying, featuring a surprise you might not see coming. This Saturday, afternoon and evening times, the Sky channel
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
The iconic actor wholeheartedly adopts his eccentric image in this meta comedy caper. He plays an egotistical celebrity playing himself who takes on a lucrative offer to visit a celebration in Mallorca for billionaire Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Hired by government spies to gather intel on the potential kingpin, Cage's unconventional method is put to the test. October 11th, 9pm, on Channel 4
The Black Phone
Scott Derrickson's locked-room horror remains effective without requiring a sequel. Set in the late 70s in Denver, a series of disappearances has rendered the local kids frightened. When Finney gets captured by “the Grabber” and imprisoned in a basement, he dreads a terrible outcome. But the non-functional line on the wall repeatedly calls, with spooky callers giving advice, and the prescient dreams of his sister Gwen may be his salvation. A solid creepfest. October 11th, 10.50pm, the Film4 channel
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the struggle between God and Mammon, the winner is obvious for materialism in Michael Showalter's wonderfully garish film adaptation regarding the shamed televangelist plus her lawbreaking partner. Garfield portrays the venal Jim, who declares early on, “God does not want us to be poor,”. Both individuals commence monetising the people's Christian beliefs. It's a riot of bad interior design, excessive cosmetics and hypocrisy, yet Jessica Chastain succeeds to present the character with compassion. October 14th, early morning, on Film4
Black Bag
This period's another release from the filmmaker presents a espionage tale as tight similar to the collars used by Fassbender's British agent. He is tasked with uncovering a mole inside the organization from five suspects – among them is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. The two stars excel of understated style, resulting in an engaging mind game of deception or honesty takes place. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela join in the intelligent intelligence fun. This Friday, various showings, Sky Cinema
