Pick of the Week
The Substance
Coralie Fargeat's bold commentary examines the tyranny of female beauty as well as the feared consequences of ageing. The veteran actress presents a brilliant portrayal playing Elisabeth, a mature actress forced into presenting a fitness program on television. Forced aside by her deceitful superior Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she turns to a mysterious and horrifying treatment called this experimental method. This generates a younger clone portrayed by Margaret Qualley, culminating in a steadily more parasitic dynamic between them. October 17th, Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This suspenseful mystery includes Knightley playing Laura, an ace reporter who opts for a break from covering global conflict to embark on a luxury cruise with a gravely sick Scandinavian billionaire and donor, her husband, plus additional extremely wealthy individuals. Yet once an enigmatic female disappears from the ship overnight and all passengers denies she ever existed, Laura's investigative instincts awaken. Streaming currently, the Netflix platform
Presence Film
Soderbergh challenges his directorial skills through this clever ghostly tale filmed completely from the viewpoint of the spirit. When a household including mother Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe occupies their new suburban house, the lens – representing the ghost – shadows their actions. The daughter appears aware of the ghostly being, and it seems defensive toward her. Yet what is the reason? It's a fun idea that avoids overstaying, including a revelation that could catch you off guard. October 11th, afternoon and evening times, Sky Cinema
This Self-Referential Film
Cage fully commits to his cult stardom via this self-referential adventure. He portrays a narcissistic film star called Nicolas Cage who agrees to a lucrative offer to appear at a celebration in Mallorca for billionaire superfan Javi. Hired by the intelligence agency to investigate the suspected cartel boss, his “nouveau shamanic acting ability” is put to the test. Saturday 11 October, evening, the Channel 4 network
The Black Phone
Scott Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller remains effective despite the lack of a continuation. Taking place in 1978 Denver, several disappearances has left the local kids on edge. Once Finney gets captured by the kidnapper and locked up in a basement, he anticipates a terrible outcome. But the old telephone in the room keeps ringing, with ghostly voices offering help, and the intuitive nightmares from his sibling Gwen could save him. An effective horror. This Saturday, 10.50pm, the Film4 channel
This Dramatic Portrait
In the battle between spirituality and money, it's a knockout win for materialism in this director's brilliantly over-the-top biopic about the fallen TV preacher plus her lawbreaking partner. The actor acts as the venal Jim, who states early on, claiming divine approval for wealth. Both individuals begin profiting from the American public's religious faith. It's an extravaganza of poor styling, excessive cosmetics and insincerity, yet the lead actress succeeds to show Tammy Faye in a likable light. Next Tuesday, early morning, Film4
The Spy Mystery
This week's additional entry from the filmmaker delivers a spy mystery as tight similar to the collars used by the actor's intelligence officer. He is tasked with uncovering a traitor among the team from five suspects – one of whom is his own wife. Each performer are masters of understated style, so a delicious mental battle of fact versus fiction takes place. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela participate the smart espionage amusement. October 17th, various showings, Sky Cinema
