Pick of the Week
The Substance Film
The filmmaker's unflinching critique examines the oppressive nature of women's appearance and the perceived horrors of growing older. The veteran actress presents an inspired portrayal as Elisabeth, a 50-year-old film star reduced to starring in a workout series on TV. Edged out by her unscrupulous employer Harvey, she undergoes an enigmatic and terrifying treatment titled "The Substance". This produces a youthful duplicate portrayed by Margaret Qualley, culminating in a progressively parasitic dynamic between them. October 17th, Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This Agatha Christie-esque story includes Keira Knightley in the role of Laura, a skilled journalist who opts for a hiatus from reporting on international wars to board a luxury cruise accompanied by a gravely sick wealthy inheritor and philanthropist, her partner, plus additional filthy rich passengers. But after a mysterious woman falls into the sea during the evening and everyone denies she ever existed, Laura's investigative instincts awaken. Available now, the Netflix platform
Presence
Steven Soderbergh pushes his creative boundaries through this nifty ghostly tale captured wholly from the perspective of the phantom. When a household including mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe moves into their recent residence, the filming device – as the unseen entity – follows them around. The daughter appears conscious of the poltergeist, and it looks like guarding her. Yet what is the reason? This is an entertaining concept that doesn't outstay its welcome, including a revelation that could catch you off guard. October 11th, afternoon and evening times, Sky Cinema Premiere
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
The iconic actor embraces his unique fame via this meta comedy caper. He plays an egotistical film star named Nicolas Cage who takes on a lucrative offer to attend a birthday party at a Mediterranean location for billionaire Javi Gutierrez. Hired by the CIA to spy on the alleged criminal, the actor's unique performing skills comes in handy. This Saturday, 9pm, on Channel 4
The Black Phone Horror
Scott Derrickson's locked-room horror remains effective despite the lack of a continuation. Taking place in 1978 Denver, multiple disappearances has made the children frightened. Once Finney gets captured by the kidnapper and imprisoned in a cellar, he dreads a terrible outcome. Yet the old telephone in the room repeatedly calls, with ghostly voices offering help, and the prophetic visions of his sister Gwen could save him. A solid creepfest. This Saturday, 10.50pm, on Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the struggle between faith and wealth, it's a knockout win for greed in Showalter's wonderfully garish true story of the disgraced televangelist plus her lawbreaking partner. Andrew Garfield portrays the greedy Jim, who proclaims early on, claiming divine approval for wealth. The couple begin profiting from the people's Christian beliefs. It's an extravaganza of poor styling, excessive cosmetics and hypocrisy, however the lead actress manages to present the real-life figure as a sympathetic figure. Next Tuesday, late night, on Film4
The Spy Mystery
The current week's additional entry from Steven Soderbergh presents a intelligence thriller as tight similar to the collars worn by Michael Fassbender's intelligence officer. His assignment is to discover a traitor inside the organization from a group of five – including is his own wife. Both actors are experts of deadpan cool, leading to a delightful mind game of deception or honesty takes place. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela take part the smart espionage amusement. Friday 17 October, multiple time slots, the Sky channel
