Pick of the Week
The Substance Film
The filmmaker's daring critique addresses the oppressive nature of women's appearance along with the feared consequences of growing older. Hollywood star Demi Moore presents a masterful acting turn as Elisabeth, a 50-year-old actress forced into hosting a fitness program on TV. Edged out due to her slimy boss Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she seeks out a mysterious and terrifying treatment titled "The Substance". This generates a new version of herself portrayed by Margaret Qualley, leading to a steadily more vampiric relationship between the two. This Friday, Paramount Plus
This Mystery Thriller
This classic whodunit story features Keira Knightley in the role of Laura, a top-notch writer who opts for a hiatus from covering international wars to embark on an opulent ship accompanied by a terminally ill wealthy inheritor and philanthropist, her spouse, and other filthy rich guests. But after an enigmatic female disappears from the ship overnight and all passengers claims she was never there, her journalistic curiosity take over. Available now, Netflix
This Supernatural Story
The acclaimed director tests his creative boundaries with this nifty ghostly tale filmed completely through the eyes of a ghost. As a family with Lucy Liu as Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe settles into their recent residence, the filming device – AKA the Presence – tracks their movements. Chloe seems aware of the ghostly being, and it looks like protective of her. But why? This is an entertaining concept that remains concise, featuring a surprise that may be unexpected. October 11th, afternoon and evening times, the Sky channel
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Cage embraces his eccentric image in this self-referential adventure. He portrays a self-obsessed film star called Nicolas Cage who takes on a $1m payday to attend a festive event in Mallorca for the wealthy Javi Gutierrez. Recruited by the CIA to gather intel on the alleged criminal, his unique performing skills is put to the test. October 11th, 9pm, the Channel 4 network
The Black Phone
The director's locked-room horror stands strong even without a follow-up. Taking place in 1970s Colorado, several disappearances has left the youth anxious. After Finney is kidnapped by the kidnapper and held captive in a cellar, he fears a terrible outcome. However, the disconnected phone on the wall continues to ring, with spooky callers giving advice, as the prophetic visions of Gwen, his sister could save him. A solid creepfest. Saturday 11 October, nighttime, the Film4 channel
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the conflict between spirituality and money, it's a knockout win for materialism in this director's wonderfully garish true story of the disgraced TV preacher and her felon spouse. Garfield acts as the corrupt Bakker, who states at the beginning, claiming divine approval for wealth. Both individuals commence monetising the American public's Christian beliefs. It's an extravaganza of poor styling, bad makeup and insincerity, yet Chastain achieves to show the real-life figure with compassion. Tuesday 14 October, late night, the Film4 channel
The Spy Mystery
This week's another release from the filmmaker delivers a espionage tale as sharp like the turtlenecks sported by the actor's intelligence officer. His assignment is with uncovering a double agent inside the organization from five suspects – among them is his own wife. The two stars are experts of calm composure, resulting in an engaging mental battle of truth or lie develops. Additional actors participate the smart espionage amusement. October 17th, multiple time slots, Sky Cinema
