Pick of the Week
This Satirical Thriller
The filmmaker's daring commentary tackles the demanding standards for feminine aesthetics and the dreaded aspects of growing older. The veteran actress presents an inspired portrayal as Elisabeth, an aging film star reduced to starring in a workout series on TV. Pushed out thanks to her deceitful superior Harvey, she undergoes a mysterious and terrifying process titled the Substance. This produces a younger clone portrayed by Margaret Qualley, culminating in an increasingly parasitic dynamic among both women. October 17th, the streaming service Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This Agatha Christie-esque thriller stars the talented actress in the role of Laura, an ace reporter who opts for a hiatus from reporting on world issues to embark on a high-end voyage accompanied by a gravely sick wealthy inheritor and donor, her spouse, as well as other filthy rich passengers. But after an unknown lady falls into the sea one night and everyone denies she ever existed, her journalistic curiosity awaken. Out now, Netflix
Presence Film
The acclaimed director pushes his film-making abilities with this nifty supernatural story filmed completely from the viewpoint of the phantom. After a clan with Lucy Liu as Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe moves into their fresh home, the filming device – as the unseen entity – shadows their actions. The daughter appears aware of the poltergeist, and it looks like protective of her. However, the motive remains? The premise is enjoyable that doesn't outstay its welcome, featuring a surprise that could catch you off guard. Saturday 11 October, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, Sky Cinema
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Nicolas Cage wholeheartedly adopts his eccentric image via this self-referential adventure. He acts as an egotistical film star playing himself who agrees to a million-dollar gig to appear at a birthday party at a Mediterranean location for the rich Javi Gutierrez. Hired by government spies to spy on the alleged criminal, his unconventional method proves useful. Saturday 11 October, evening, Channel 4
The Black Phone Horror
Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller holds up well despite the lack of a sequel. Taking place in the late 70s in Denver, multiple disappearances has rendered the youth frightened. After Finney is taken by the villain and held captive in a cellar, he dreads a terrible outcome. But the non-functional line in the room keeps ringing, with spooky callers offering help, while the intuitive nightmares of Gwen, his sister might rescue him. An effective horror. Saturday 11 October, nighttime, Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the struggle between spirituality and money, the victory is clear for greed in Michael Showalter's delightfully tacky biopic of the disgraced televangelist and her felon spouse. Garfield acts as the corrupt Bakker, who states initially, “God does not want us to be poor,”. He and Tammy Faye commence profiting from the people's Christian beliefs. It's a spectacle of tacky decor, overdone appearance and bad faith, yet Jessica Chastain achieves to depict the real-life figure with compassion. Tuesday 14 October, 1.15am, the Film4 channel
The Spy Mystery
This week's another release from the filmmaker presents a spy mystery as tight similar to the collars used by Fassbender's British agent. He receives a mission to identify a mole within their ranks from five suspects – among them is his spouse. The two stars are experts of understated style, so a delicious mental battle of truth or lie develops. The supporting cast take part the clever spy entertainment. This Friday, various showings, Sky Cinema Premiere
