Pick of the Week
The Substance Film
Director Coralie Fargeat's unflinching satire addresses the tyranny of female beauty and the dreaded aspects of advancing years. Hollywood star Demi Moore presents an inspired acting turn playing Elisabeth, an aging actress reduced to hosting a fitness program on the small screen. Forced aside by her deceitful superior Harvey, she seeks out an enigmatic and horrifying process titled this experimental method. This produces a younger clone portrayed by Margaret Qualley, leading to a steadily more parasitic dynamic between them. This Friday, Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10
This classic whodunit thriller stars Knightley in the role of Laura, a skilled journalist who opts for a hiatus from reporting on world issues to board a luxury cruise accompanied by a terminally ill Scandinavian billionaire and charitable figure, her partner, and other filthy rich passengers. Yet once a mysterious woman disappears from the ship during the evening and the entire crew denies she ever existed, the reporter's sleuthing skills take over. Out now, the Netflix platform
This Supernatural Story
Steven Soderbergh challenges his directorial skills with this innovative supernatural story filmed completely through the eyes of a ghost. After a clan with Lucy Liu as Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe occupies their recent residence, the camera – representing the ghost – shadows their actions. The teen shows signs of aware of the supernatural presence, and the entity appears protective of her. Yet what is the reason? The premise is enjoyable that avoids overstaying, including a revelation that may be unexpected. Saturday 11 October, multiple showings, Sky Cinema
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
Nicolas Cage embraces his unique fame in this autobiographical spoof. He acts as a narcissistic film star playing himself who agrees to a million-dollar gig to visit a festive event at a Mediterranean location for the rich Javi Gutierrez. Recruited by the intelligence agency to spy on the suspected cartel boss, his unique performing skills comes in handy. Saturday 11 October, 9pm, Channel 4
This Creepy Thriller
The director's locked-room horror holds up well despite the lack of a continuation. Located in 1970s Colorado, a series of kidnappings has made the children anxious. When Finney gets captured by “the Grabber” and held captive in a cellar, he anticipates the worst. However, the non-functional line mounted nearby keeps ringing, with spooky callers giving advice, as the prophetic visions from his sibling Gwen may be his salvation. A solid creepfest. October 11th, nighttime, Film4
This Dramatic Portrait
In the struggle between faith and wealth, the victory is clear for greed in Showalter's wonderfully garish true story of the disgraced televangelist and her criminal husband. Garfield acts as the greedy Jim, who declares initially, claiming divine approval for wealth. Both individuals commence monetising the nation's Christian beliefs. It's a spectacle of tacky decor, bad makeup and insincerity, however Jessica Chastain succeeds to show the real-life figure in a likable light. Tuesday 14 October, early morning, on Film4
The Spy Mystery
The current week's additional entry from the filmmaker presents a espionage tale as sharp similar to the collars worn by Fassbender's intelligence officer. He receives a mission to identify a traitor within their ranks from a group of five – one of whom is his spouse. Both actors are masters of understated style, so a delicious mind game of truth or lie unfolds. Additional actors participate the clever spy entertainment. This Friday, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema
