Pick of the Week
The Substance
Director Coralie Fargeat's unflinching critique tackles the tyranny of feminine aesthetics as well as the perceived horrors of growing older. Hollywood star Demi Moore delivers an inspired acting turn playing Elisabeth, a 50-year-old film star reduced to hosting a workout series on the small screen. Pushed out by her slimy boss Harvey, she turns to a secretive and terrifying treatment called this experimental method. This produces a youthful duplicate named Sue, culminating in a steadily more toxic connection between them. October 17th, Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This Agatha Christie-esque thriller features Keira Knightley in the role of Laura, a top-notch writer who takes a break from writing about international wars to embark on a luxury cruise accompanied by an ailing Scandinavian billionaire and philanthropist, her spouse, plus additional affluent individuals. However when an unknown lady goes overboard one night and the entire crew insists she wasn't real, Laura's investigative instincts awaken. Available now, the Netflix platform
This Supernatural Story
The acclaimed director tests his directorial skills with this innovative ghostly tale captured wholly from the perspective of a ghost. After a clan featuring mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe occupies their recent residence, the camera – as the unseen entity – shadows their actions. The teen shows signs of aware of the poltergeist, and the entity appears guarding her. Yet what is the reason? The premise is enjoyable that avoids overstaying, including a revelation that could catch you off guard. This Saturday, afternoon and evening times, Sky Cinema Premiere
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
Nicolas Cage fully commits to his cult stardom through this meta comedy caper. He portrays an egotistical film star called Nicolas Cage who agrees to a lucrative offer to visit a birthday party on the Spanish island for the wealthy superfan Javi. Contacted by the CIA to gather intel on the suspected cartel boss, Cage's unconventional method comes in handy. This Saturday, evening, Channel 4
This Creepy Thriller
Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller stands strong without requiring a continuation. Located in 1978 Denver, a series of disappearances has made the local kids frightened. After Finney is taken by the kidnapper and locked up in a cellar, he dreads a fatal end. But the non-functional line on the wall repeatedly calls, with spooky callers offering help, and the intuitive nightmares of Gwen, his sister could save him. A solid creepfest. October 11th, 10.50pm, the Film4 channel
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the battle between faith and wealth, the winner is obvious for greed in Michael Showalter's delightfully tacky true story regarding the shamed televangelist and her criminal husband. Garfield portrays the corrupt Bakker, who proclaims early on, “God does not want us to be poor,”. The couple commence capitalizing on the nation's Christian beliefs. It's a riot of poor styling, overdone appearance and insincerity, however the lead actress achieves to present Tammy Faye as a sympathetic figure. Next Tuesday, early morning, on Film4
This Espionage Thriller
This period's additional entry from Steven Soderbergh delivers a intelligence thriller as tight similar to the collars sported by the actor's intelligence officer. He is tasked with uncovering a traitor within their ranks from a group of five – among them is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. The two stars excel of deadpan cool, resulting in an engaging mental battle of deception or honesty unfolds. Additional actors participate the smart espionage amusement. October 17th, various showings, Sky Cinema Premiere
