Pick of the Week
The Substance Film
The filmmaker's daring critique addresses the demanding standards for women's appearance along with the perceived horrors of growing older. Hollywood star Demi Moore presents a brilliant portrayal in the role of Elisabeth, a 50-year-old celebrity forced into presenting a workout series on TV. Forced aside due to her unscrupulous employer Harvey, she seeks out a mysterious and gruesome procedure called this experimental method. This creates a new version of herself named Sue, culminating in an increasingly toxic connection between the two. October 17th, Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10
This classic whodunit thriller includes the talented actress playing Laura, a skilled journalist who decides to take some time off from writing about world issues to join a high-end voyage alongside a terminally ill wealthy inheritor and philanthropist, her spouse, plus additional filthy rich passengers. But after an unknown lady falls into the sea overnight and the entire crew denies she ever existed, the reporter's sleuthing skills awaken. Available now, the Netflix platform
Presence Film
Steven Soderbergh tests his film-making abilities in this clever supernatural story filmed completely through the eyes of a ghost. After a clan featuring mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe occupies their recent residence, the camera – as the unseen entity – tracks their movements. The daughter appears conscious of the ghostly being, and it seems guarding her. However, the motive remains? It's a fun idea that remains concise, including a revelation you might not see coming. October 11th, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Nicolas Cage fully commits to his unique fame via this autobiographical spoof. He acts as a narcissistic celebrity named Nicolas Cage who takes on a $1m payday to attend a birthday party on the Spanish island for the rich Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Hired by the intelligence agency to gather intel on the potential kingpin, his unconventional method comes in handy. Saturday 11 October, evening, on Channel 4
This Creepy Thriller
The director's contained scarefest remains effective despite the lack of a continuation. Taking place in 1978 Denver, a series of kidnappings has rendered the local kids on edge. After Finney is taken by the kidnapper and held captive in a dungeon, he anticipates a fatal end. But the old telephone on the wall keeps ringing, with spooky callers offering help, while the prescient dreams of his sister Gwen could save him. A solid creepfest. October 11th, nighttime, the Film4 channel
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the battle between God and Mammon, it's a knockout win for materialism in Michael Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top true story regarding the shamed religious broadcaster and her felon spouse. The actor portrays the corrupt Bakker, who proclaims early on, “God does not want us to be poor,”. The couple set about capitalizing on the people's Christian beliefs. It's a riot of bad interior design, bad makeup and insincerity, yet Jessica Chastain succeeds to depict the real-life figure with compassion. Next Tuesday, 1.15am, on Film4
Black Bag
This week's another release from Steven Soderbergh delivers a intelligence thriller as precise similar to the collars used by Fassbender's intelligence officer. He receives a mission to identify a mole among the team from a group of five – including is his own wife. Each performer excel of understated style, leading to a delightful mental battle of deception or honesty develops. Additional actors take part the intelligent intelligence fun. Friday 17 October, various showings, Sky Cinema
