Pick of the Week
This Satirical Thriller
Director Coralie Fargeat's unflinching satire tackles the demanding standards for feminine aesthetics and the dreaded aspects of advancing years. Demi Moore presents a brilliant portrayal in the role of Elisabeth, an aging actress reduced to starring in a workout series on TV. Forced aside thanks to her unscrupulous employer her manager Harvey, she undergoes an enigmatic and horrifying procedure called "The Substance". This produces a new version of herself named Sue, culminating in an increasingly vampiric relationship between the two. This Friday, the streaming service Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This classic whodunit thriller stars the talented actress in the role of Laura, a top-notch writer who opts for a break from covering global conflict to join a luxury cruise alongside a gravely sick Scandinavian billionaire and charitable figure, her husband, as well as other affluent individuals. However when an enigmatic female disappears from the ship during the evening and everyone denies she ever existed, the reporter's sleuthing skills take over. Out now, the Netflix platform
This Supernatural Story
The acclaimed director challenges his creative boundaries through this nifty supernatural story shot entirely from the viewpoint of the phantom. As a family with Lucy Liu as Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe settles into their recent residence, the filming device – as the unseen entity – shadows their actions. The teen shows signs of conscious of the ghostly being, and it looks like guarding her. But why? It's a fun idea that avoids overstaying, including a revelation that may be unexpected. Saturday 11 October, multiple showings, Sky Cinema Premiere
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Cage embraces his eccentric image in this self-referential adventure. He acts as a self-obsessed celebrity playing himself who agrees to a million-dollar gig to attend a festive event in Mallorca for billionaire Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Contacted by government spies to investigate the potential kingpin, Cage's unconventional method comes in handy. Saturday 11 October, 9pm, the Channel 4 network
The Black Phone
The director's contained scarefest remains effective even without a follow-up. Located in 1978 Denver, multiple kidnappings has made the children anxious. Once Finney gets captured by the kidnapper and locked up in a dungeon, he fears a fatal end. However, the old telephone in the room repeatedly calls, with eerie communicators providing assistance, as the prophetic visions of his sister Gwen may be his salvation. A solid creepfest. October 11th, nighttime, Film4
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the struggle between God and Mammon, the winner is obvious for greed in Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top biopic regarding the shamed televangelist and her criminal husband. The actor acts as the venal Jim, who declares at the beginning, asserting religious justification for riches. Both individuals commence profiting from the American public's spiritual convictions. It's an extravaganza of tacky decor, bad makeup and hypocrisy, yet Jessica Chastain manages to show Tammy Faye in a likable light. October 14th, 1.15am, the Film4 channel
This Espionage Thriller
This period's additional entry from the filmmaker is a espionage tale as sharp similar to the collars worn by the actor's British agent. He receives a mission with uncovering a double agent within their ranks from a group of five – one of whom is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. Each performer are experts of calm composure, leading to a delightful mental battle of deception or honesty develops. The supporting cast take part the intelligent intelligence fun. October 17th, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema
