Pick of the Week
The Substance Film
Coralie Fargeat's unflinching critique tackles the tyranny of feminine aesthetics and the feared consequences of advancing years. Demi Moore delivers an inspired acting turn playing Elisabeth, a mature film star reduced to starring in a workout series on TV. Edged out thanks to her unscrupulous employer her manager Harvey, she seeks out a secretive and terrifying process titled "The Substance". This produces a youthful duplicate named Sue, resulting in a progressively toxic connection between the two. This Friday, Paramount Plus
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This suspenseful thriller stars Keira Knightley in the role of Laura, an ace reporter who takes some time off from reporting on international wars to embark on an opulent ship accompanied by a terminally ill Norwegian shipping heiress and philanthropist, her partner, plus additional extremely wealthy individuals. However when an enigmatic female falls into the sea one night and the entire crew denies she ever existed, the reporter's sleuthing skills awaken. Available now, on Netflix
Presence Film
The acclaimed director pushes his creative boundaries in this innovative paranormal narrative filmed completely from the perspective of the phantom. As a family featuring mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe settles into their recent residence, the filming device – AKA the Presence – follows them around. The daughter appears aware of the poltergeist, and it seems guarding her. Yet what is the reason? The premise is enjoyable that avoids overstaying, with a twist that could catch you off guard. Saturday 11 October, multiple showings, Sky Cinema
This Self-Referential Film
Cage wholeheartedly adopts his eccentric image in this self-referential adventure. He portrays a narcissistic film star playing himself who accepts a million-dollar gig to attend a birthday party at a Mediterranean location for billionaire superfan Javi. Contacted by government spies to investigate the alleged criminal, the actor's “nouveau shamanic acting ability” proves useful. This Saturday, 9pm, Channel 4
The Black Phone Horror
Scott Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller stands strong without requiring a follow-up. Taking place in 1978 Denver, several kidnappings has rendered the children anxious. When Finney is taken by the kidnapper and locked up in a basement, he fears a fatal end. However, the old telephone in the room keeps ringing, with ghostly voices offering help, and the intuitive nightmares of Gwen, his sister could save him. An effective horror. October 11th, nighttime, Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the battle between God and Mammon, the winner is obvious for materialism in Michael Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top true story about the fallen televangelist and her criminal husband. Garfield plays the venal Jim, who proclaims initially, asserting religious justification for riches. Both individuals set about capitalizing on the people's religious faith. It's a riot of poor styling, excessive cosmetics and insincerity, though Chastain succeeds to depict the real-life figure in a likable light. Tuesday 14 October, early morning, the Film4 channel
Black Bag
This week's additional entry from the filmmaker delivers a espionage tale as precise like the turtlenecks worn by Fassbender's British agent. He receives a mission to identify a mole among the team out of five possibilities – including is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. The two stars are masters of understated style, resulting in an engaging psychological game of fact versus fiction develops. Additional actors join in the smart espionage amusement. October 17th, various showings, Sky Cinema Premiere
