Pick of the Week
The Substance
Director Coralie Fargeat's bold satire addresses the tyranny of women's appearance along with the perceived horrors of growing older. The veteran actress offers a brilliant performance playing Elisabeth, a 50-year-old celebrity demoted to hosting a fitness program on television. Edged out by her slimy boss Harvey, she turns to an enigmatic and horrifying process titled "The Substance". This generates a younger clone portrayed by Margaret Qualley, leading to an increasingly parasitic dynamic between them. Friday 17 October, the streaming service Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This classic whodunit story stars Keira Knightley in the role of Laura, a skilled journalist who takes some time off from reporting on international wars to embark on a high-end voyage with a gravely sick wealthy inheritor and philanthropist, her husband, as well as other filthy rich passengers. But after an unknown lady goes overboard overnight and the entire crew claims she was never there, her journalistic curiosity kick in. Available now, Netflix
This Supernatural Story
The acclaimed director challenges his creative boundaries in this innovative supernatural story captured wholly from the viewpoint of a ghost. After a clan with Lucy Liu as Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe moves into their new suburban house, the camera – as the unseen entity – follows them around. Chloe seems aware of the supernatural presence, and it seems guarding her. However, the motive remains? This is an entertaining concept that remains concise, featuring a surprise you might not see coming. Saturday 11 October, multiple showings, Sky Cinema Premiere
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Cage fully commits to his eccentric image via this meta comedy caper. He plays a self-obsessed celebrity named Nicolas Cage who accepts a lucrative offer to appear at a celebration in Mallorca for the rich superfan Javi. Contacted by the intelligence agency to spy on the potential kingpin, Cage's unique performing skills is put to the test. October 11th, evening, the Channel 4 network
The Black Phone
Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller holds up well without requiring a continuation. Taking place in 1978 Denver, multiple kidnappings has rendered the local kids on edge. After Finney is taken by the kidnapper and locked up in a dungeon, he dreads the worst. But the old telephone in the room keeps ringing, with ghostly voices providing assistance, while the prescient dreams of Gwen, his sister may be his salvation. A genuinely scary movie. October 11th, late evening, the Film4 channel
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the battle between faith and wealth, it's a knockout win for greed in this director's delightfully tacky biopic about the fallen TV preacher and her felon spouse. Andrew Garfield acts as the corrupt Bakker, who declares initially, asserting religious justification for riches. Both individuals set about capitalizing on the nation's Christian beliefs. It's an extravaganza of tacky decor, bad makeup and hypocrisy, though the lead actress achieves to show the character as a sympathetic figure. Next Tuesday, early morning, the Film4 channel
Black Bag
This period's another release by the same director presents a espionage tale as tight like the turtlenecks used by Fassbender's intelligence officer. His assignment is to discover a mole within their ranks from five suspects – one of whom is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. Each performer excel of calm composure, so a delicious mental battle of deception or honesty unfolds. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela take part the smart espionage amusement. This Friday, multiple time slots, Sky Cinema Premiere
