Pick of the Week
This Satirical Thriller
Coralie Fargeat's daring commentary addresses the oppressive nature of feminine aesthetics along with the feared consequences of advancing years. Demi Moore delivers an inspired performance as Elisabeth, a 50-year-old film star forced into presenting a workout series on the small screen. Pushed out thanks to her unscrupulous employer Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she turns to a secretive and terrifying process titled the Substance. This generates a younger clone named Sue, resulting in a steadily more vampiric relationship among both women. This Friday, the streaming service Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This suspenseful story features the talented actress in the role of Laura, a skilled journalist who opts for a hiatus from writing about world issues to embark on a luxury cruise alongside a gravely sick wealthy inheritor and philanthropist, her husband, and other extremely wealthy individuals. But after a mysterious woman disappears from the ship during the evening and everyone insists she wasn't real, Laura's investigative instincts kick in. Streaming currently, the Netflix platform
Presence
The acclaimed director pushes his film-making abilities in this innovative paranormal narrative filmed completely through the eyes of the spirit. After a clan featuring mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe moves into their fresh home, the camera – AKA the Presence – tracks their movements. The teen shows signs of aware of the supernatural presence, and it seems protective of her. However, the motive remains? It's a fun idea that doesn't outstay its welcome, with a twist you might not see coming. October 11th, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Nicolas Cage wholeheartedly adopts his eccentric image through this autobiographical spoof. He plays a narcissistic film star called Nicolas Cage who accepts a lucrative offer to visit a festive event in Mallorca for the rich Javi Gutierrez. Contacted by the CIA to spy on the potential kingpin, his unique performing skills proves useful. This Saturday, 9pm, on Channel 4
The Black Phone Horror
Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller remains effective despite the lack of a follow-up. Set in 1970s Colorado, multiple disappearances has left the youth on edge. Once Finney is kidnapped by “the Grabber” and imprisoned in a basement, he fears a fatal end. However, the old telephone in the room continues to ring, with eerie communicators offering help, while the prophetic visions of Gwen, his sister may be his salvation. A solid creepfest. This Saturday, 10.50pm, Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the battle between God and Mammon, the victory is clear for materialism in Showalter's delightfully tacky biopic regarding the shamed televangelist and her felon spouse. The actor plays the greedy Jim, who proclaims early on, “God does not want us to be poor,”. Both individuals set about capitalizing on the nation's Christian beliefs. It's a riot of tacky decor, excessive cosmetics and insincerity, however the lead actress succeeds to depict the character in a likable light. October 14th, 1.15am, the Film4 channel
Black Bag
This week's another release from Steven Soderbergh presents a intelligence thriller as tight as the polo necks sported by the actor's UK spy. He is tasked to discover a traitor within their ranks out of five possibilities – among them is his own wife. Each performer are masters of deadpan cool, resulting in an engaging psychological game of fact versus fiction unfolds. Additional actors participate the clever spy entertainment. This Friday, multiple time slots, the Sky channel
