Pick of the Week
The Substance
Coralie Fargeat's unflinching commentary tackles the oppressive nature of female beauty along with the feared consequences of ageing. Demi Moore offers a brilliant acting turn as Elisabeth, an aging film star demoted to starring in an aerobics show on the small screen. Forced aside due to her deceitful superior her manager Harvey, she turns to a mysterious and gruesome process titled the Substance. This generates a new version of herself called Sue, resulting in a steadily more parasitic dynamic between them. This Friday, Paramount Plus
This Mystery Thriller
This suspenseful mystery features Knightley playing Laura, an ace reporter who decides to take a break from covering global conflict to board an opulent ship with a terminally ill wealthy inheritor and philanthropist, her spouse, and other affluent individuals. Yet once an enigmatic female falls into the sea during the evening and the entire crew claims she was never there, her journalistic curiosity take over. Available now, the Netflix platform
Presence
Soderbergh challenges his creative boundaries in this clever supernatural story filmed completely through the eyes of the spirit. When a household including mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe moves into their fresh home, the camera – representing the ghost – shadows their actions. The daughter appears sensing the ghostly being, and it seems protective of her. However, the motive remains? The premise is enjoyable that remains concise, with a twist that could catch you off guard. October 11th, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
The iconic actor wholeheartedly adopts his unique fame through this autobiographical spoof. He portrays an egotistical film star called Nicolas Cage who accepts a lucrative offer to attend a festive event on the Spanish island for billionaire superfan Javi. Contacted by government spies to investigate the alleged criminal, the actor's unique performing skills is put to the test. This Saturday, 9pm, the Channel 4 network
The Black Phone Horror
Scott Derrickson's locked-room horror holds up well without requiring a continuation. Set in 1970s Colorado, several kidnappings has left the youth anxious. When Finney gets captured by the villain and locked up in a basement, he anticipates a terrible outcome. Yet the old telephone on the wall repeatedly calls, with spooky callers giving advice, while the prophetic visions from his sibling Gwen may be his salvation. An effective horror. This Saturday, 10.50pm, the Film4 channel
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the conflict between faith and wealth, the victory is clear for greed in Michael Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top true story of the disgraced televangelist and her criminal husband. Andrew Garfield portrays the greedy Jim, who declares initially, “God does not want us to be poor,”. Both individuals begin monetising the people's religious faith. It's a riot of bad interior design, bad makeup and bad faith, though the lead actress achieves to depict the character as a sympathetic figure. Next Tuesday, early morning, on Film4
The Spy Mystery
The current week's additional entry from Steven Soderbergh delivers a espionage tale as precise like the turtlenecks used by Michael Fassbender's UK spy. He is tasked with uncovering a traitor inside the organization from five suspects – among them is his spouse. The two stars excel of deadpan cool, leading to a delightful mental battle of fact versus fiction develops. The supporting cast take part the smart espionage amusement. Friday 17 October, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema
