Pick of the Week
This Satirical Thriller
The filmmaker's daring critique examines the demanding standards for feminine aesthetics as well as the feared consequences of ageing. Demi Moore delivers a masterful acting turn playing Elisabeth, an aging film star reduced to starring in a workout series on television. Edged out by her slimy boss Harvey, she seeks out an enigmatic and gruesome procedure titled "The Substance". This produces a younger clone portrayed by Margaret Qualley, resulting in a steadily more parasitic dynamic among both women. October 17th, Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10
This Agatha Christie-esque thriller stars Knightley playing Laura, an ace reporter who takes a hiatus from covering international wars to embark on a luxury cruise alongside a gravely sick Scandinavian billionaire and charitable figure, her spouse, as well as other affluent guests. Yet once an unknown lady goes overboard during the evening and the entire crew claims she was never there, her journalistic curiosity awaken. Streaming currently, the Netflix platform
This Supernatural Story
The acclaimed director challenges his directorial skills in this nifty ghostly tale filmed completely from the perspective of the spirit. When a household with Lucy Liu as Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe settles into their new suburban house, the filming device – AKA the Presence – follows them around. Chloe seems sensing the ghostly being, and the entity appears protective of her. But why? This is an entertaining concept that remains concise, including a revelation that could catch you off guard. Saturday 11 October, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, the Sky channel
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
The iconic actor fully commits to his unique fame through this self-referential adventure. He acts as a self-obsessed Hollywood actor playing himself who accepts a lucrative offer to appear at a birthday party on the Spanish island for the rich superfan Javi. Hired by the intelligence agency to gather intel on the alleged criminal, his unique performing skills comes in handy. This Saturday, prime time, Channel 4
The Black Phone Horror
Scott Derrickson's locked-room horror stands strong even without a sequel. Located in 1970s Colorado, multiple disappearances has made the youth frightened. Once Finney gets captured by the villain and locked up in a cellar, he dreads the worst. However, the disconnected phone on the wall keeps ringing, with ghostly voices giving advice, as the prescient dreams of Gwen, his sister may be his salvation. An effective horror. October 11th, nighttime, the Film4 channel
This Dramatic Portrait
In the conflict between spirituality and money, it's a knockout win for Mammon in this director's brilliantly over-the-top biopic regarding the shamed TV preacher plus her lawbreaking partner. The actor portrays the corrupt Bakker, who states early on, claiming divine approval for wealth. The couple commence profiting from the people's spiritual convictions. It's an extravaganza of poor styling, overdone appearance and hypocrisy, however Jessica Chastain manages to depict Tammy Faye as a sympathetic figure. Next Tuesday, late night, the Film4 channel
This Espionage Thriller
This period's second offering from Steven Soderbergh delivers a intelligence thriller as precise similar to the collars worn by Michael Fassbender's intelligence officer. He is tasked to discover a double agent within their ranks from a group of five – among them is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. Each performer are experts of understated style, so a delicious psychological game of fact versus fiction unfolds. Additional actors participate the clever spy entertainment. October 17th, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema
