Pick of the Week
The Substance Film
The filmmaker's unflinching satire examines the tyranny of feminine aesthetics as well as the dreaded aspects of growing older. Hollywood star Demi Moore delivers a masterful portrayal playing Elisabeth, a 50-year-old celebrity forced into starring in a workout series on television. Pushed out thanks to her deceitful superior Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she undergoes a mysterious and terrifying treatment titled "The Substance". This produces a youthful duplicate portrayed by Margaret Qualley, resulting in a steadily more toxic connection between the two. October 17th, Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This suspenseful thriller stars the talented actress as Laura, a skilled journalist who opts for a hiatus from reporting on global conflict to join a luxury cruise alongside an ailing Scandinavian billionaire and philanthropist, her spouse, and other filthy rich individuals. But after a mysterious woman goes overboard during the evening and the entire crew claims she was never there, her journalistic curiosity awaken. Out now, the Netflix platform
Presence
The acclaimed director tests his film-making abilities with this nifty supernatural story captured wholly from the viewpoint of the spirit. When a household with Lucy Liu as Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe settles into their recent residence, the camera – AKA the Presence – shadows their actions. The daughter appears aware of the supernatural presence, and it looks like protective of her. However, the motive remains? It's a fun idea that remains concise, with a twist you might not see coming. Saturday 11 October, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, Sky Cinema
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
The iconic actor embraces his cult stardom in this autobiographical spoof. He portrays an egotistical celebrity playing himself who accepts a million-dollar gig to visit a celebration in Mallorca for the rich Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Hired by the CIA to spy on the alleged criminal, Cage's “nouveau shamanic acting ability” proves useful. This Saturday, evening, Channel 4
This Creepy Thriller
The director's contained scarefest stands strong despite the lack of a continuation. Taking place in 1970s Colorado, several child abductions has made the youth on edge. After Finney is kidnapped by “the Grabber” and held captive in a cellar, he fears the worst. However, the non-functional line mounted nearby repeatedly calls, with eerie communicators providing assistance, as the prophetic visions of Gwen, his sister might rescue him. An effective horror. October 11th, late evening, the Film4 channel
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the battle between God and Mammon, the winner is obvious for Mammon in this director's delightfully tacky biopic about the fallen TV preacher plus her lawbreaking partner. Andrew Garfield portrays the venal Jim, who states at the beginning, claiming divine approval for wealth. The couple set about capitalizing on the American public's religious faith. It's a riot of poor styling, bad makeup and hypocrisy, however the lead actress manages to show the character as a sympathetic figure. October 14th, 1.15am, on Film4
This Espionage Thriller
This week's another release by the same director delivers a intelligence thriller as tight as the polo necks worn by the actor's intelligence officer. He receives a mission with uncovering a mole inside the organization from a group of five – among them is his own wife. Both actors excel of deadpan cool, so a delicious psychological game of deception or honesty develops. Additional actors take part the smart espionage amusement. October 17th, various showings, Sky Cinema Premiere
