Pick of the Week
The Substance Film
Coralie Fargeat's bold commentary addresses the tyranny of women's appearance as well as the perceived horrors of ageing. Demi Moore presents an inspired acting turn as Elisabeth, an aging celebrity forced into hosting a fitness program on television. Edged out thanks to her unscrupulous employer Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she undergoes a mysterious and gruesome procedure called this experimental method. This produces a new version of herself named Sue, culminating in a progressively vampiric relationship among both women. Friday 17 October, Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This Agatha Christie-esque story features Keira Knightley as Laura, an ace reporter who takes some time off from writing about world issues to board a high-end voyage alongside an ailing Scandinavian billionaire and charitable figure, her spouse, as well as other affluent passengers. Yet once an unknown lady falls into the sea one night and everyone insists she wasn't real, Laura's investigative instincts kick in. Out now, the Netflix platform
Presence Film
The acclaimed director challenges his creative boundaries in this innovative ghostly tale filmed completely through the eyes of the spirit. When a household featuring mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe moves into their recent residence, the camera – representing the ghost – tracks their movements. Chloe seems conscious of the poltergeist, and it seems defensive toward her. However, the motive remains? The premise is enjoyable that remains concise, with a twist you might not see coming. October 11th, multiple showings, Sky Cinema Premiere
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
The iconic actor embraces his unique fame through this meta comedy caper. He portrays a narcissistic film star called Nicolas Cage who agrees to a million-dollar gig to visit a celebration in Mallorca for billionaire Javi Gutierrez. Hired by the CIA to spy on the alleged criminal, the actor's unconventional method proves useful. October 11th, prime time, Channel 4
The Black Phone
Derrickson's contained scarefest holds up well despite the lack of a follow-up. Located in 1978 Denver, several kidnappings has rendered the children anxious. After Finney is taken by the kidnapper and locked up in a dungeon, he fears the worst. But the disconnected phone on the wall continues to ring, with ghostly voices providing assistance, as the prescient dreams of Gwen, his sister may be his salvation. An effective horror. This Saturday, late evening, on Film4
This Dramatic Portrait
In the struggle between faith and wealth, it's a knockout win for materialism in Showalter's delightfully tacky true story about the fallen televangelist and her felon spouse. Andrew Garfield acts as the corrupt Bakker, who declares at the beginning, asserting religious justification for riches. The couple begin monetising the American public's religious faith. It's a riot of tacky decor, bad makeup and hypocrisy, though Jessica Chastain achieves to show the real-life figure in a likable light. Next Tuesday, early morning, the Film4 channel
The Spy Mystery
This period's another release from the filmmaker is a intelligence thriller as precise similar to the collars sported by the actor's UK spy. He receives a mission with uncovering a mole inside the organization from five suspects – including is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. The two stars are masters of understated style, resulting in an engaging mental battle of deception or honesty unfolds. The supporting cast take part the clever spy entertainment. October 17th, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, the Sky channel
