Pick of the Week
The Substance Film
The filmmaker's daring satire addresses the tyranny of women's appearance as well as the perceived horrors of ageing. The veteran actress presents a masterful acting turn playing Elisabeth, a mature film star reduced to hosting an aerobics show on television. Forced aside by her slimy boss Harvey, she turns to a mysterious and horrifying treatment called this experimental method. This produces a younger clone called Sue, leading to a progressively toxic connection between them. October 17th, the streaming service Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10
This suspenseful story features Knightley playing Laura, a skilled journalist who opts for a hiatus from covering world issues to embark on a high-end voyage accompanied by an ailing wealthy inheritor and donor, her spouse, plus additional affluent passengers. However when an unknown lady goes overboard during the evening and all passengers insists she wasn't real, the reporter's sleuthing skills kick in. Available now, on Netflix
Presence
The acclaimed director pushes his directorial skills with this clever ghostly tale captured wholly from the perspective of the phantom. When a household including mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe settles into their recent residence, the filming device – AKA the Presence – shadows their actions. The teen shows signs of aware of the ghostly being, and it seems protective of her. However, the motive remains? The premise is enjoyable that avoids overstaying, with a twist you might not see coming. This Saturday, multiple showings, Sky Cinema
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Nicolas Cage embraces his eccentric image in this self-referential adventure. He portrays an egotistical Hollywood actor named Nicolas Cage who accepts a lucrative offer to attend a celebration in Mallorca for the wealthy Javi Gutierrez. Hired by the intelligence agency to investigate the suspected cartel boss, his unconventional method comes in handy. This Saturday, evening, on Channel 4
The Black Phone Horror
Scott Derrickson's locked-room horror holds up well without requiring a sequel. Taking place in 1970s Colorado, several disappearances has rendered the youth on edge. Once Finney is taken by the kidnapper and held captive in a dungeon, he fears a fatal end. Yet the non-functional line in the room keeps ringing, with eerie communicators providing assistance, as the intuitive nightmares from his sibling Gwen might rescue him. A solid creepfest. Saturday 11 October, 10.50pm, Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the struggle between faith and wealth, the winner is obvious for Mammon in this director's delightfully tacky true story about the fallen televangelist plus her lawbreaking partner. Garfield portrays the corrupt Bakker, who proclaims at the beginning, asserting religious justification for riches. The couple set about profiting from the nation's spiritual convictions. It's a riot of bad interior design, overdone appearance and hypocrisy, however Chastain manages to show Tammy Faye in a likable light. October 14th, late night, Film4
Black Bag
This week's another release from the filmmaker presents a intelligence thriller as tight similar to the collars sported by Fassbender's British agent. He is tasked to identify a traitor inside the organization out of five possibilities – one of whom is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. Each performer are masters of deadpan cool, resulting in an engaging mental battle of deception or honesty takes place. The supporting cast participate the intelligent intelligence fun. Friday 17 October, multiple time slots, Sky Cinema Premiere
