Pick of the Week
This Satirical Thriller
Director Coralie Fargeat's unflinching commentary addresses the tyranny of female beauty along with the feared consequences of ageing. Hollywood star Demi Moore presents a brilliant portrayal in the role of Elisabeth, a mature film star forced into presenting a workout series on the small screen. Edged out by her slimy boss Harvey, she seeks out a mysterious and horrifying treatment titled the Substance. This generates a younger clone called Sue, resulting in a progressively toxic connection between them. This Friday, Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This classic whodunit story features the talented actress as Laura, a top-notch writer who opts for some time off from writing about world issues to board an opulent ship accompanied by an ailing Norwegian shipping heiress and donor, her partner, and other extremely wealthy individuals. But after an enigmatic female disappears from the ship during the evening and all passengers denies she ever existed, her journalistic curiosity awaken. Streaming currently, Netflix
This Supernatural Story
Soderbergh challenges his creative boundaries in this innovative supernatural story filmed completely through the eyes of the phantom. As a family featuring mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe occupies their recent residence, the camera – AKA the Presence – shadows their actions. The daughter appears sensing the supernatural presence, and it looks like guarding her. However, the motive remains? It's a fun idea that remains concise, with a twist you might not see coming. October 11th, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
This Self-Referential Film
Cage wholeheartedly adopts his eccentric image via this self-referential adventure. He plays an egotistical film star named Nicolas Cage who takes on a $1m payday to appear at a festive event in Mallorca for the rich Javi Gutierrez. Hired by government spies to spy on the alleged criminal, his unique performing skills is put to the test. This Saturday, prime time, on Channel 4
The Black Phone
Derrickson's contained scarefest remains effective even without a sequel. Set in the late 70s in Denver, multiple disappearances has made the children anxious. After Finney is kidnapped by “the Grabber” and locked up in a cellar, he anticipates a terrible outcome. Yet the disconnected phone in the room keeps ringing, with ghostly voices offering help, as the prophetic visions of his sister Gwen might rescue him. A genuinely scary movie. This Saturday, 10.50pm, on Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the conflict between faith and wealth, it's a knockout win for materialism in Michael Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top true story regarding the shamed TV preacher plus her lawbreaking partner. Andrew Garfield acts as the greedy Jim, who states early on, “God does not want us to be poor,”. The couple begin profiting from the people's religious faith. It's a spectacle of tacky decor, overdone appearance and hypocrisy, though Jessica Chastain achieves to show the real-life figure in a likable light. Next Tuesday, early morning, Film4
The Spy Mystery
This period's additional entry from Steven Soderbergh is a espionage tale as tight similar to the collars used by Michael Fassbender's intelligence officer. He receives a mission with uncovering a double agent within their ranks from a group of five – including is his spouse. Both actors are masters of deadpan cool, resulting in an engaging psychological game of deception or honesty takes place. The supporting cast take part the smart espionage amusement. This Friday, multiple time slots, Sky Cinema
