Pick of the Week
The Substance Film
The filmmaker's daring satire addresses the oppressive nature of female beauty along with the perceived horrors of growing older. Demi Moore presents an inspired performance as Elisabeth, an aging film star reduced to starring in an aerobics show on the small screen. Edged out thanks to her deceitful superior her manager Harvey, she turns to an enigmatic and horrifying treatment titled "The Substance". This creates a new version of herself named Sue, leading to an increasingly parasitic dynamic among both women. This Friday, Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10
This Agatha Christie-esque story features the talented actress as Laura, an ace reporter who decides to take a break from reporting on international wars to embark on a high-end voyage alongside an ailing Norwegian shipping heiress and charitable figure, her partner, and other extremely wealthy individuals. Yet once an enigmatic female falls into the sea overnight and all passengers denies she ever existed, her journalistic curiosity kick in. Streaming currently, the Netflix platform
Presence Film
The acclaimed director challenges his film-making abilities with this innovative ghostly tale filmed completely from the viewpoint of a ghost. When a household featuring mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe occupies their new suburban house, the lens – AKA the Presence – tracks their movements. The teen shows signs of conscious of the ghostly being, and the entity appears guarding her. But why? The premise is enjoyable that doesn't outstay its welcome, featuring a surprise that may be unexpected. October 11th, multiple showings, the Sky channel
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
The iconic actor embraces his cult stardom via this autobiographical spoof. He portrays a self-obsessed Hollywood actor called Nicolas Cage who accepts a million-dollar gig to visit a celebration at a Mediterranean location for the rich Javi Gutierrez. Recruited by the CIA to spy on the potential kingpin, Cage's “nouveau shamanic acting ability” is put to the test. This Saturday, evening, the Channel 4 network
This Creepy Thriller
Derrickson's locked-room horror stands strong even without a sequel. Located in the late 70s in Denver, multiple disappearances has rendered the local kids anxious. When Finney gets captured by “the Grabber” and held captive in a cellar, he dreads the worst. But the non-functional line in the room continues to ring, with eerie communicators offering help, while the prescient dreams of Gwen, his sister could save him. An effective horror. Saturday 11 October, nighttime, the Film4 channel
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the struggle between God and Mammon, the winner is obvious for materialism in Michael Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top biopic about the fallen religious broadcaster and her felon spouse. Garfield plays the venal Jim, who declares early on, “God does not want us to be poor,”. He and Tammy Faye begin monetising the nation's spiritual convictions. It's a spectacle of poor styling, bad makeup and bad faith, though Chastain manages to present the real-life figure in a likable light. Next Tuesday, late night, the Film4 channel
This Espionage Thriller
The current week's second offering from Steven Soderbergh presents a espionage tale as precise as the polo necks sported by the actor's intelligence officer. His assignment is to discover a traitor within their ranks from five suspects – among them is his own wife. Both actors are experts of understated style, leading to a delightful mind game of deception or honesty takes place. The supporting cast take part the smart espionage amusement. Friday 17 October, multiple time slots, the Sky channel
