Pick of the Week
This Satirical Thriller
The filmmaker's daring commentary addresses the oppressive nature of female beauty along with the dreaded aspects of advancing years. The veteran actress presents a masterful acting turn playing Elisabeth, a 50-year-old film star demoted to hosting a workout series on television. Edged out thanks to her slimy boss her manager Harvey, she seeks out a secretive and gruesome process titled "The Substance". This produces a younger clone named Sue, resulting in an increasingly toxic connection between the two. Friday 17 October, Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10
This Agatha Christie-esque story features Knightley as Laura, an ace reporter who takes some time off from writing about world issues to board a high-end voyage alongside a gravely sick Norwegian shipping heiress and donor, her partner, as well as other extremely wealthy guests. But after an unknown lady disappears from the ship overnight and everyone claims she was never there, her journalistic curiosity awaken. Streaming currently, Netflix
This Supernatural Story
The acclaimed director pushes his directorial skills through this innovative supernatural story captured wholly through the eyes of the phantom. As a family featuring mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe settles into their new suburban house, the lens – AKA the Presence – shadows their actions. Chloe seems aware of the ghostly being, and it looks like defensive toward her. But why? It's a fun idea that remains concise, with a twist you might not see coming. October 11th, afternoon and evening times, Sky Cinema Premiere
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Cage embraces his eccentric image through this autobiographical spoof. He acts as a narcissistic film star called Nicolas Cage who takes on a $1m payday to appear at a celebration on the Spanish island for the wealthy superfan Javi. Contacted by the intelligence agency to investigate the potential kingpin, the actor's unique performing skills comes in handy. This Saturday, prime time, on Channel 4
This Creepy Thriller
Scott Derrickson's locked-room horror holds up well despite the lack of a follow-up. Set in 1970s Colorado, several kidnappings has made the children anxious. After Finney is kidnapped by the kidnapper and imprisoned in a basement, he dreads a fatal end. Yet the non-functional line on the wall continues to ring, with eerie communicators giving advice, while the prescient dreams of Gwen, his sister may be his salvation. A genuinely scary movie. Saturday 11 October, late evening, Film4
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the conflict between faith and wealth, the victory is clear for Mammon in Michael Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top biopic about the fallen televangelist and her felon spouse. Garfield plays the venal Jim, who declares initially, claiming divine approval for wealth. He and Tammy Faye begin profiting from the nation's religious faith. It's a riot of tacky decor, bad makeup and insincerity, yet the lead actress achieves to show Tammy Faye as a sympathetic figure. Next Tuesday, early morning, on Film4
This Espionage Thriller
This week's additional entry from the filmmaker delivers a intelligence thriller as precise as the polo necks sported by the actor's British agent. He is tasked to discover a double agent among the team from five suspects – including is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. Each performer excel of understated style, so a delicious mental battle of deception or honesty takes place. Additional actors take part the smart espionage amusement. Friday 17 October, multiple time slots, Sky Cinema Premiere
