Pick of the Week
The Substance Film
Coralie Fargeat's unflinching satire tackles the tyranny of women's appearance and the feared consequences of ageing. The veteran actress presents a masterful acting turn as Elisabeth, an aging film star demoted to hosting a fitness program on TV. Pushed out by her deceitful superior Harvey, she seeks out a secretive and gruesome procedure known as the Substance. This produces a younger clone named Sue, leading to a progressively parasitic dynamic between the two. This Friday, Paramount Plus
This Mystery Thriller
This classic whodunit thriller features Keira Knightley as Laura, a top-notch writer who decides to take some time off from reporting on world issues to join a luxury cruise accompanied by a gravely sick wealthy inheritor and donor, her partner, plus additional extremely wealthy guests. However when an unknown lady disappears from the ship one night and the entire crew insists she wasn't real, her journalistic curiosity kick in. Streaming currently, on Netflix
Presence
The acclaimed director challenges his creative boundaries with this nifty ghostly tale shot entirely from the perspective of a ghost. When a household featuring mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe moves into their new suburban house, the filming device – representing the ghost – tracks their movements. The teen shows signs of sensing the supernatural presence, and the entity appears defensive toward her. But why? This is an entertaining concept that doesn't outstay its welcome, including a revelation you might not see coming. This Saturday, afternoon and evening times, the Sky channel
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
The iconic actor wholeheartedly adopts his cult stardom in this meta comedy caper. He acts as an egotistical film star called Nicolas Cage who accepts a million-dollar gig to attend a birthday party in Mallorca for the rich superfan Javi. Hired by the intelligence agency to investigate the suspected cartel boss, his “nouveau shamanic acting ability” proves useful. This Saturday, prime time, on Channel 4
The Black Phone
Scott Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller remains effective even without a continuation. Located in 1970s Colorado, several disappearances has left the local kids anxious. When Finney gets captured by the kidnapper and held captive in a cellar, he dreads the worst. However, the disconnected phone mounted nearby continues to ring, with eerie communicators providing assistance, and the prophetic visions of his sister Gwen could save him. An effective horror. This Saturday, late evening, on Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the battle between faith and wealth, it's a knockout win for Mammon in this director's brilliantly over-the-top true story of the disgraced televangelist and her criminal husband. Andrew Garfield portrays the venal Jim, who declares early on, claiming divine approval for wealth. He and Tammy Faye begin profiting from the people's spiritual convictions. It's a riot of tacky decor, excessive cosmetics and insincerity, however Jessica Chastain manages to show Tammy Faye with compassion. Tuesday 14 October, early morning, on Film4
The Spy Mystery
This period's additional entry from Steven Soderbergh delivers a intelligence thriller as tight similar to the collars worn by Michael Fassbender's intelligence officer. He is tasked with uncovering a traitor inside the organization from five suspects – including is his spouse. The two stars are experts of deadpan cool, resulting in an engaging mind game of truth or lie unfolds. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela participate the smart espionage amusement. This Friday, multiple time slots, Sky Cinema Premiere
