Pick of the Week
The Substance Film
Coralie Fargeat's bold critique examines the tyranny of feminine aesthetics and the dreaded aspects of advancing years. The veteran actress offers a brilliant portrayal as Elisabeth, a 50-year-old actress demoted to hosting an aerobics show on TV. Forced aside due to her slimy boss Harvey, she turns to an enigmatic and horrifying treatment titled this experimental method. This generates a younger clone called Sue, leading to a steadily more vampiric relationship between them. October 17th, Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This suspenseful story stars the talented actress in the role of Laura, an ace reporter who takes some time off from writing about world issues to embark on a luxury cruise alongside a terminally ill Scandinavian billionaire and donor, her husband, and other affluent passengers. Yet once an enigmatic female falls into the sea overnight and the entire crew denies she ever existed, her journalistic curiosity take over. Streaming currently, Netflix
This Supernatural Story
The acclaimed director tests his directorial skills through this innovative supernatural story filmed completely from the viewpoint of the spirit. When a household including mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe settles into their recent residence, the camera – as the unseen entity – follows them around. Chloe seems aware of the ghostly being, and it looks like defensive toward her. Yet what is the reason? It's a fun idea that remains concise, with a twist that may be unexpected. October 11th, afternoon and evening times, Sky Cinema Premiere
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
The iconic actor embraces his eccentric image through this meta comedy caper. He portrays a narcissistic celebrity named Nicolas Cage who takes on a lucrative offer to appear at a birthday party on the Spanish island for billionaire Javi Gutierrez. Recruited by the CIA to investigate the alleged criminal, Cage's “nouveau shamanic acting ability” proves useful. This Saturday, 9pm, Channel 4
The Black Phone
The director's claustrophobic thriller holds up well despite the lack of a sequel. Located in 1978 Denver, multiple kidnappings has rendered the children frightened. When Finney is kidnapped by the villain and locked up in a dungeon, he dreads the worst. Yet the old telephone on the wall continues to ring, with spooky callers providing assistance, and the prophetic visions of his sister Gwen could save him. A solid creepfest. Saturday 11 October, late evening, Film4
This Dramatic Portrait
In the conflict between God and Mammon, the winner is obvious for materialism in Michael Showalter's wonderfully garish true story about the fallen televangelist and her felon spouse. Garfield plays the greedy Jim, who declares at the beginning, claiming divine approval for wealth. Both individuals begin monetising the people's religious faith. It's an extravaganza of poor styling, excessive cosmetics and bad faith, however the lead actress achieves to show the character in a likable light. Tuesday 14 October, late night, on Film4
Black Bag
This week's second offering from the filmmaker presents a espionage tale as tight similar to the collars worn by Fassbender's intelligence officer. He receives a mission with uncovering a mole within their ranks out of five possibilities – including is his own wife. Each performer excel of understated style, leading to a delightful mind game of truth or lie unfolds. Additional actors join in the intelligent intelligence fun. Friday 17 October, various showings, the Sky channel
