Pick of the Week
The Substance Film
The filmmaker's daring commentary examines the oppressive nature of female beauty as well as the feared consequences of growing older. Hollywood star Demi Moore offers an inspired acting turn playing Elisabeth, a mature celebrity forced into hosting a workout series on TV. Edged out due to her slimy boss Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she seeks out a mysterious and terrifying treatment called this experimental method. This generates a youthful duplicate named Sue, leading to an increasingly vampiric relationship between the two. Friday 17 October, Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This suspenseful mystery features Keira Knightley playing Laura, a skilled journalist who takes a hiatus from writing about international wars to join a luxury cruise with an ailing Norwegian shipping heiress and philanthropist, her husband, as well as other extremely wealthy passengers. But after an enigmatic female disappears from the ship during the evening and the entire crew insists she wasn't real, the reporter's sleuthing skills kick in. Available now, on Netflix
This Supernatural Story
Steven Soderbergh pushes his creative boundaries in this clever ghostly tale filmed completely through the eyes of the spirit. When a household including mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe occupies their recent residence, the lens – representing the ghost – follows them around. The teen shows signs of sensing the supernatural presence, and the entity appears guarding her. But why? This is an entertaining concept that remains concise, with a twist that could catch you off guard. October 11th, multiple showings, Sky Cinema Premiere
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
Cage fully commits to his eccentric image via this self-referential adventure. He plays a narcissistic film star called Nicolas Cage who accepts a million-dollar gig to appear at a celebration on the Spanish island for the wealthy Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Contacted by the intelligence agency to investigate the suspected cartel boss, Cage's unique performing skills proves useful. October 11th, 9pm, Channel 4
This Creepy Thriller
Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller stands strong even without a sequel. Set in 1978 Denver, multiple kidnappings has made the local kids anxious. Once Finney is taken by “the Grabber” and held captive in a cellar, he anticipates a fatal end. However, the old telephone on the wall continues to ring, with spooky callers giving advice, and the prescient dreams of Gwen, his sister could save him. An effective horror. This Saturday, 10.50pm, Film4
This Dramatic Portrait
In the battle between faith and wealth, it's a knockout win for Mammon in Michael Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top film adaptation of the disgraced religious broadcaster and her felon spouse. Andrew Garfield portrays the venal Jim, who states at the beginning, claiming divine approval for wealth. He and Tammy Faye commence capitalizing on the people's Christian beliefs. It's a riot of tacky decor, bad makeup and hypocrisy, though the lead actress succeeds to depict the real-life figure with compassion. October 14th, early morning, Film4
This Espionage Thriller
The current week's second offering from Steven Soderbergh is a espionage tale as tight similar to the collars worn by Michael Fassbender's intelligence officer. His assignment is with uncovering a traitor within their ranks from five suspects – among them is his own wife. Each performer are experts of deadpan cool, so a delicious mind game of deception or honesty takes place. Additional actors take part the intelligent intelligence fun. This Friday, multiple time slots, Sky Cinema Premiere
