Pick of the Week
The Substance Film
Director Coralie Fargeat's bold critique tackles the oppressive nature of feminine aesthetics along with the feared consequences of advancing years. The veteran actress presents a masterful acting turn playing Elisabeth, a 50-year-old film star reduced to presenting a fitness program on the small screen. Forced aside thanks to her deceitful superior Harvey, she undergoes a secretive and gruesome procedure known as the Substance. This produces a new version of herself portrayed by Margaret Qualley, culminating in a progressively toxic connection among both women. October 17th, Paramount Plus
The Woman in Cabin 10
This Agatha Christie-esque thriller features Knightley playing Laura, a top-notch writer who takes some time off from covering international wars to embark on an opulent ship accompanied by a terminally ill Norwegian shipping heiress and philanthropist, her spouse, and other affluent individuals. Yet once an unknown lady disappears from the ship one night and all passengers insists she wasn't real, the reporter's sleuthing skills awaken. Streaming currently, the Netflix platform
This Supernatural Story
Steven Soderbergh pushes his directorial skills with this nifty paranormal narrative filmed completely through the eyes of a ghost. After a clan with Lucy Liu as Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe settles into their fresh home, the camera – as the unseen entity – shadows their actions. The daughter appears conscious of the poltergeist, and the entity appears defensive toward her. Yet what is the reason? It's a fun idea that avoids overstaying, featuring a surprise that may be unexpected. Saturday 11 October, multiple showings, Sky Cinema Premiere
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
Nicolas Cage fully commits to his cult stardom via this self-referential adventure. He plays a self-obsessed film star playing himself who accepts a lucrative offer to attend a birthday party at a Mediterranean location for the wealthy Javi Gutierrez. Recruited by the intelligence agency to investigate the alleged criminal, the actor's “nouveau shamanic acting ability” is put to the test. October 11th, prime time, Channel 4
The Black Phone
Scott Derrickson's locked-room horror holds up well despite the lack of a continuation. Located in 1978 Denver, a series of disappearances has made the youth on edge. Once Finney is taken by the kidnapper and held captive in a basement, he anticipates a terrible outcome. But the disconnected phone mounted nearby keeps ringing, with ghostly voices offering help, while the intuitive nightmares from his sibling Gwen might rescue him. A solid creepfest. October 11th, nighttime, on Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the conflict between faith and wealth, the victory is clear for Mammon in Michael Showalter's wonderfully garish film adaptation about the fallen religious broadcaster and her criminal husband. The actor acts as the venal Jim, who declares initially, “God does not want us to be poor,”. The couple set about capitalizing on the people's religious faith. It's a spectacle of poor styling, bad makeup and hypocrisy, yet the lead actress manages to depict Tammy Faye with compassion. October 14th, early morning, the Film4 channel
This Espionage Thriller
The current week's another release from Steven Soderbergh delivers a espionage tale as sharp like the turtlenecks sported by Michael Fassbender's British agent. He is tasked with uncovering a traitor among the team out of five possibilities – among them is his own wife. The two stars excel of calm composure, resulting in an engaging mental battle of deception or honesty takes place. Additional actors take part the smart espionage amusement. Friday 17 October, multiple time slots, the Sky channel
