Pick of the Week
The Substance
Coralie Fargeat's daring commentary examines the tyranny of female beauty and the feared consequences of growing older. Demi Moore presents a masterful performance as Elisabeth, a 50-year-old film star demoted to presenting an aerobics show on television. Edged out thanks to her deceitful superior Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she undergoes an enigmatic and gruesome procedure known as "The Substance". This produces a younger clone portrayed by Margaret Qualley, leading to an increasingly vampiric relationship among both women. This Friday, Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10
This suspenseful story features Keira Knightley playing Laura, a skilled journalist who takes a hiatus from reporting on global conflict to join an opulent ship alongside a terminally ill Norwegian shipping heiress and charitable figure, her spouse, and other extremely wealthy passengers. However when an enigmatic female disappears from the ship overnight and everyone insists she wasn't real, Laura's investigative instincts kick in. Available now, on Netflix
Presence
The acclaimed director challenges his creative boundaries with this clever ghostly tale shot entirely through the eyes of a ghost. After a clan featuring mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe settles into their new suburban house, the filming device – as the unseen entity – tracks their movements. The daughter appears sensing the poltergeist, and it looks like defensive toward her. However, the motive remains? This is an entertaining concept that remains concise, featuring a surprise that may be unexpected. October 11th, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, Sky Cinema
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Cage fully commits to his eccentric image through this self-referential adventure. He acts as a self-obsessed film star called Nicolas Cage who takes on a million-dollar gig to visit a birthday party on the Spanish island for the wealthy Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Contacted by the intelligence agency to investigate the alleged criminal, the actor's unique performing skills proves useful. October 11th, 9pm, Channel 4
The Black Phone
Derrickson's locked-room horror stands strong even without a follow-up. Set in 1978 Denver, several child abductions has rendered the children frightened. When Finney gets captured by the villain and locked up in a cellar, he anticipates a terrible outcome. Yet the old telephone on the wall repeatedly calls, with eerie communicators offering help, as the prophetic visions from his sibling Gwen could save him. A solid creepfest. Saturday 11 October, nighttime, the Film4 channel
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the battle between spirituality and money, the winner is obvious for Mammon in this director's wonderfully garish film adaptation about the fallen TV preacher plus her lawbreaking partner. Andrew Garfield plays the greedy Jim, who states early on, asserting religious justification for riches. Both individuals begin profiting from the people's Christian beliefs. It's an extravaganza of poor styling, overdone appearance and insincerity, though the lead actress achieves to present the character as a sympathetic figure. Tuesday 14 October, late night, the Film4 channel
This Espionage Thriller
The current week's additional entry by the same director presents a espionage tale as sharp as the polo necks sported by Fassbender's intelligence officer. His assignment is to discover a traitor within their ranks from five suspects – including is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. Both actors excel of deadpan cool, leading to a delightful mind game of truth or lie takes place. Additional actors take part the smart espionage amusement. Friday 17 October, various showings, Sky Cinema Premiere
