Pick of the Week
The Substance
Director Coralie Fargeat's bold commentary tackles the demanding standards for feminine aesthetics and the perceived horrors of growing older. The veteran actress presents a masterful performance in the role of Elisabeth, an aging actress forced into starring in a workout series on the small screen. Forced aside by her slimy boss her manager Harvey, she undergoes a secretive and terrifying process called "The Substance". This generates a new version of herself named Sue, culminating in a steadily more vampiric relationship between the two. This Friday, Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10
This suspenseful story includes Knightley in the role of Laura, a skilled journalist who opts for some time off from covering world issues to embark on an opulent ship accompanied by a gravely sick Norwegian shipping heiress and donor, her partner, as well as other extremely wealthy passengers. But after an unknown lady falls into the sea one night and all passengers insists she wasn't real, the reporter's sleuthing skills take over. Streaming currently, on Netflix
Presence
Soderbergh pushes his directorial skills with this clever paranormal narrative shot entirely through the eyes of the spirit. When a household including mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe settles into their recent residence, the filming device – AKA the Presence – follows them around. Chloe seems conscious of the supernatural presence, and it looks like guarding her. Yet what is the reason? The premise is enjoyable that remains concise, including a revelation that may be unexpected. This Saturday, afternoon and evening times, Sky Cinema
This Self-Referential Film
Cage wholeheartedly adopts his eccentric image in this meta comedy caper. He acts as a narcissistic Hollywood actor called Nicolas Cage who agrees to a million-dollar gig to appear at a festive event in Mallorca for the rich superfan Javi. Hired by the intelligence agency to investigate the suspected cartel boss, Cage's unconventional method is put to the test. Saturday 11 October, 9pm, Channel 4
This Creepy Thriller
Derrickson's locked-room horror holds up well without requiring a continuation. Set in 1970s Colorado, several kidnappings has left the local kids on edge. When Finney is kidnapped by “the Grabber” and held captive in a dungeon, he fears the worst. However, the disconnected phone mounted nearby repeatedly calls, with ghostly voices giving advice, and the intuitive nightmares of his sister Gwen may be his salvation. A solid creepfest. Saturday 11 October, nighttime, on Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the struggle between God and Mammon, the victory is clear for greed in this director's delightfully tacky biopic of the disgraced religious broadcaster and her criminal husband. Garfield plays the greedy Jim, who declares early on, “God does not want us to be poor,”. Both individuals set about monetising the American public's spiritual convictions. It's a spectacle of tacky decor, bad makeup and hypocrisy, though the lead actress manages to present Tammy Faye as a sympathetic figure. October 14th, late night, on Film4
This Espionage Thriller
This period's second offering from Steven Soderbergh presents a intelligence thriller as sharp similar to the collars sported by the actor's intelligence officer. His assignment is with uncovering a double agent among the team from five suspects – among them is his spouse. Each performer excel of calm composure, resulting in an engaging mental battle of deception or honesty takes place. The supporting cast join in the intelligent intelligence fun. Friday 17 October, various showings, Sky Cinema
