Pick of the Week
The Substance
Coralie Fargeat's bold commentary tackles the demanding standards for feminine aesthetics and the dreaded aspects of ageing. The veteran actress presents a brilliant acting turn in the role of Elisabeth, a 50-year-old film star forced into starring in a workout series on the small screen. Edged out thanks to her slimy boss Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she seeks out an enigmatic and gruesome treatment known as the Substance. This generates a youthful duplicate called Sue, leading to a progressively parasitic dynamic among both women. This Friday, Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This Agatha Christie-esque thriller features Keira Knightley playing Laura, a top-notch writer who takes a break from reporting on international wars to board an opulent ship alongside a gravely sick Norwegian shipping heiress and donor, her spouse, as well as other filthy rich passengers. Yet once a mysterious woman falls into the sea during the evening and the entire crew denies she ever existed, her journalistic curiosity awaken. Available now, Netflix
This Supernatural Story
Soderbergh pushes his creative boundaries through this clever paranormal narrative shot entirely from the viewpoint of the spirit. As a family including mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe occupies their new suburban house, the lens – AKA the Presence – tracks their movements. Chloe seems sensing the supernatural presence, and it looks like protective of her. But why? It's a fun idea that remains concise, featuring a surprise that could catch you off guard. October 11th, multiple showings, Sky Cinema
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Cage fully commits to his cult stardom via this self-referential adventure. He portrays an egotistical film star playing himself who takes on a $1m payday to appear at a celebration on the Spanish island for the wealthy Javi Gutierrez. Contacted by government spies to investigate the potential kingpin, the actor's “nouveau shamanic acting ability” proves useful. This Saturday, evening, Channel 4
The Black Phone Horror
Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller holds up well despite the lack of a continuation. Set in 1970s Colorado, several child abductions has left the children anxious. Once Finney is kidnapped by “the Grabber” and imprisoned in a cellar, he fears a fatal end. Yet the non-functional line on the wall repeatedly calls, with ghostly voices providing assistance, and the prescient dreams from his sibling Gwen could save him. An effective horror. October 11th, late evening, on Film4
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the battle between spirituality and money, the victory is clear for materialism in Showalter's delightfully tacky true story of the disgraced televangelist and her criminal husband. Andrew Garfield portrays the corrupt Bakker, who states at the beginning, “God does not want us to be poor,”. He and Tammy Faye set about capitalizing on the American public's Christian beliefs. It's a spectacle of tacky decor, overdone appearance and insincerity, however Chastain manages to depict the character in a likable light. Next Tuesday, 1.15am, on Film4
This Espionage Thriller
The current week's additional entry from Steven Soderbergh is a espionage tale as tight similar to the collars used by the actor's British agent. His assignment is to identify a double agent inside the organization out of five possibilities – including is his spouse. Each performer excel of deadpan cool, leading to a delightful psychological game of fact versus fiction takes place. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela take part the clever spy entertainment. Friday 17 October, various showings, Sky Cinema Premiere
