Pick of the Week
The Substance Film
Coralie Fargeat's unflinching commentary addresses the demanding standards for female beauty as well as the feared consequences of advancing years. Demi Moore delivers an inspired acting turn in the role of Elisabeth, a mature celebrity demoted to starring in an aerobics show on the small screen. Forced aside thanks to her slimy boss her manager Harvey, she turns to a mysterious and terrifying process called the Substance. This produces a new version of herself named Sue, resulting in a progressively toxic connection between them. October 17th, Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This Agatha Christie-esque story features Knightley playing Laura, a top-notch writer who decides to take some time off from covering world issues to join a luxury cruise accompanied by a gravely sick wealthy inheritor and philanthropist, her partner, and other filthy rich individuals. But after a mysterious woman goes overboard overnight and all passengers insists she wasn't real, Laura's investigative instincts awaken. Streaming currently, on Netflix
Presence
Steven Soderbergh pushes his directorial skills in this innovative supernatural story filmed completely through the eyes of a ghost. When a household with Lucy Liu as Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe moves into their recent residence, the lens – AKA the Presence – follows them around. Chloe seems aware of the supernatural presence, and it looks like guarding her. But why? It's a fun idea that doesn't outstay its welcome, with a twist that may be unexpected. Saturday 11 October, multiple showings, Sky Cinema Premiere
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
The iconic actor wholeheartedly adopts his eccentric image via this meta comedy caper. He plays a narcissistic celebrity playing himself who takes on a lucrative offer to attend a festive event at a Mediterranean location for billionaire superfan Javi. Recruited by government spies to investigate the potential kingpin, Cage's unconventional method proves useful. This Saturday, evening, on Channel 4
This Creepy Thriller
Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller holds up well despite the lack of a sequel. Set in 1978 Denver, several kidnappings has made the youth frightened. When Finney is kidnapped by “the Grabber” and held captive in a basement, he anticipates a terrible outcome. However, the non-functional line in the room repeatedly calls, with eerie communicators providing assistance, and the prescient dreams from his sibling Gwen may be his salvation. A genuinely scary movie. October 11th, late evening, the Film4 channel
This Dramatic Portrait
In the struggle between faith and wealth, the victory is clear for materialism in Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top film adaptation about the fallen televangelist plus her lawbreaking partner. Andrew Garfield portrays the venal Jim, who declares early on, claiming divine approval for wealth. He and Tammy Faye set about monetising the American public's spiritual convictions. It's a spectacle of tacky decor, overdone appearance and hypocrisy, yet the lead actress succeeds to present Tammy Faye with compassion. Tuesday 14 October, 1.15am, the Film4 channel
This Espionage Thriller
This period's another release from Steven Soderbergh is a intelligence thriller as tight like the turtlenecks worn by the actor's British agent. He receives a mission to discover a traitor within their ranks from five suspects – including is his own wife. The two stars excel of understated style, leading to a delightful mind game of truth or lie unfolds. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela take part the intelligent intelligence fun. This Friday, various showings, Sky Cinema
