Pick of the Week
The Substance
Director Coralie Fargeat's bold commentary tackles the tyranny of women's appearance and the perceived horrors of growing older. The veteran actress presents a masterful portrayal as Elisabeth, an aging film star reduced to starring in a workout series on TV. Pushed out thanks to her slimy boss Harvey, she undergoes an enigmatic and terrifying procedure known as the Substance. This creates a new version of herself called Sue, leading to an increasingly parasitic dynamic between them. This Friday, the streaming service Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This suspenseful thriller features Knightley playing Laura, a top-notch writer who takes a break from covering international wars to board a luxury cruise with a terminally ill wealthy inheritor and philanthropist, her husband, and other filthy rich guests. However when an enigmatic female disappears from the ship one night and everyone insists she wasn't real, the reporter's sleuthing skills awaken. Available now, on Netflix
Presence Film
The acclaimed director pushes his directorial skills through this clever supernatural story filmed completely from the perspective of a ghost. When a household with Lucy Liu as Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe settles into their recent residence, the lens – as the unseen entity – shadows their actions. The daughter appears sensing the supernatural presence, and it seems protective of her. However, the motive remains? The premise is enjoyable that avoids overstaying, featuring a surprise that could catch you off guard. October 11th, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
Nicolas Cage wholeheartedly adopts his eccentric image via this autobiographical spoof. He plays a self-obsessed celebrity playing himself who takes on a million-dollar gig to visit a celebration on the Spanish island for the wealthy superfan Javi. Recruited by the intelligence agency to gather intel on the potential kingpin, his unique performing skills is put to the test. This Saturday, 9pm, on Channel 4
The Black Phone Horror
Derrickson's locked-room horror holds up well even without a continuation. Taking place in 1978 Denver, several child abductions has made the local kids frightened. When Finney gets captured by the villain and held captive in a basement, he dreads a fatal end. Yet the non-functional line mounted nearby continues to ring, with eerie communicators giving advice, and the prescient dreams of his sister Gwen might rescue him. A solid creepfest. This Saturday, late evening, Film4
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the conflict between spirituality and money, it's a knockout win for greed in Michael Showalter's delightfully tacky film adaptation regarding the shamed televangelist and her felon spouse. Garfield portrays the corrupt Bakker, who declares initially, claiming divine approval for wealth. Both individuals commence capitalizing on the American public's Christian beliefs. It's a riot of bad interior design, bad makeup and hypocrisy, though Chastain achieves to present Tammy Faye with compassion. October 14th, late night, on Film4
The Spy Mystery
This period's second offering from the filmmaker is a intelligence thriller as sharp similar to the collars sported by Michael Fassbender's intelligence officer. He is tasked with uncovering a double agent within their ranks from five suspects – including is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. Both actors excel of understated style, so a delicious mind game of truth or lie unfolds. The supporting cast join in the smart espionage amusement. October 17th, multiple time slots, the Sky channel
