Pick of the Week
This Satirical Thriller
Director Coralie Fargeat's unflinching critique tackles the oppressive nature of women's appearance as well as the dreaded aspects of growing older. Hollywood star Demi Moore presents an inspired portrayal in the role of Elisabeth, a mature actress demoted to presenting an aerobics show on television. Forced aside by her slimy boss Harvey, she undergoes a mysterious and gruesome treatment titled the Substance. This creates a new version of herself portrayed by Margaret Qualley, culminating in a progressively toxic connection between the two. October 17th, the streaming service Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This classic whodunit mystery features Knightley as Laura, an ace reporter who decides to take some time off from covering world issues to board a high-end voyage accompanied by an ailing Norwegian shipping heiress and philanthropist, her husband, as well as other extremely wealthy individuals. But after a mysterious woman falls into the sea during the evening and the entire crew insists she wasn't real, Laura's investigative instincts take over. Available now, the Netflix platform
Presence
Soderbergh tests his film-making abilities with this innovative paranormal narrative shot entirely from the perspective of the phantom. When a household featuring mother Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe occupies their recent residence, the filming device – AKA the Presence – tracks their movements. The daughter appears aware of the poltergeist, and it seems guarding her. Yet what is the reason? This is an entertaining concept that avoids overstaying, including a revelation that could catch you off guard. This Saturday, afternoon and evening times, Sky Cinema
This Self-Referential Film
The iconic actor fully commits to his cult stardom through this meta comedy caper. He acts as an egotistical film star called Nicolas Cage who accepts a million-dollar gig to visit a birthday party in Mallorca for the rich Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Hired by the intelligence agency to gather intel on the potential kingpin, Cage's “nouveau shamanic acting ability” comes in handy. Saturday 11 October, prime time, the Channel 4 network
The Black Phone
Scott Derrickson's locked-room horror holds up well despite the lack of a follow-up. Set in 1970s Colorado, several disappearances has made the local kids frightened. After Finney is kidnapped by the kidnapper and imprisoned in a dungeon, he fears a fatal end. Yet the disconnected phone on the wall keeps ringing, with eerie communicators giving advice, and the intuitive nightmares of his sister Gwen may be his salvation. A solid creepfest. October 11th, 10.50pm, the Film4 channel
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the conflict between faith and wealth, the victory is clear for materialism in Michael Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top film adaptation regarding the shamed televangelist and her criminal husband. Andrew Garfield portrays the greedy 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 spectacle of tacky decor, excessive cosmetics and insincerity, yet the lead actress succeeds to present Tammy Faye with compassion. October 14th, 1.15am, Film4
This Espionage Thriller
This week's second offering by the same director delivers a intelligence thriller as tight as the polo necks sported by the actor's UK spy. He is tasked to discover a traitor within their ranks from a group of five – including is his spouse. Each performer are masters of understated style, resulting in an engaging psychological game of truth or lie unfolds. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela participate the intelligent intelligence fun. October 17th, various showings, Sky Cinema Premiere
