Pick of the Week
This Satirical Thriller
Director Coralie Fargeat's unflinching satire tackles the oppressive nature of feminine aesthetics as well as the feared consequences of ageing. Hollywood star Demi Moore presents a masterful acting turn playing Elisabeth, an aging film star forced into starring in an aerobics show on television. Forced aside by her unscrupulous employer Harvey, she undergoes an enigmatic and gruesome process titled "The Substance". This produces a youthful duplicate named Sue, resulting in an increasingly toxic connection between them. Friday 17 October, Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This Agatha Christie-esque mystery stars Keira Knightley as Laura, a skilled journalist who takes a hiatus from writing about world issues to embark on a high-end voyage alongside a terminally ill Norwegian shipping heiress and charitable figure, her husband, as well as other extremely wealthy guests. But after an unknown lady goes overboard one night and everyone insists she wasn't real, the reporter's sleuthing skills kick in. Out now, the Netflix platform
Presence
Soderbergh tests his creative boundaries with this innovative paranormal narrative shot entirely through the eyes of a ghost. When a household including mother Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe settles into their recent residence, the lens – AKA the Presence – shadows their actions. The daughter appears aware of the ghostly being, and it looks like defensive toward her. Yet what is the reason? This is an entertaining concept that doesn't outstay its welcome, including a revelation you might not see coming. This Saturday, multiple showings, the Sky channel
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
The iconic actor fully commits to his cult stardom in this meta comedy caper. He portrays an egotistical celebrity playing himself who agrees to a $1m payday to visit a celebration in Mallorca for the rich Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Hired by government spies to gather intel on the alleged criminal, Cage's “nouveau shamanic acting ability” proves useful. This Saturday, prime time, the Channel 4 network
This Creepy Thriller
Derrickson's contained scarefest holds up well without requiring a follow-up. Taking place in 1978 Denver, multiple child abductions has rendered the local kids on edge. After Finney is kidnapped by “the Grabber” and imprisoned in a dungeon, he dreads a fatal end. Yet the old telephone mounted nearby keeps ringing, with ghostly voices offering help, while the intuitive nightmares from his sibling Gwen may be his salvation. An effective horror. October 11th, nighttime, on Film4
This Dramatic Portrait
In the battle between God and Mammon, the victory is clear for Mammon in Showalter's wonderfully garish film adaptation regarding the shamed TV preacher and her criminal husband. Garfield plays the greedy Jim, who declares at the beginning, claiming divine approval for wealth. Both individuals begin capitalizing on the people's Christian beliefs. It's an extravaganza of tacky decor, excessive cosmetics and insincerity, yet the lead actress manages to show the character with compassion. Tuesday 14 October, late night, the Film4 channel
Black Bag
This week's additional entry from Steven Soderbergh delivers a spy mystery as tight like the turtlenecks sported by the actor's UK spy. His assignment is with uncovering a double agent among the team from five suspects – among them is his spouse. Each performer are experts of deadpan cool, resulting in an engaging mental battle of truth or lie takes place. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela participate the clever spy entertainment. This Friday, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
