Pick of the Week
This Satirical Thriller
The filmmaker's bold commentary addresses the tyranny of female beauty and the dreaded aspects of ageing. Hollywood star Demi Moore offers a brilliant portrayal in the role of Elisabeth, a mature actress demoted to hosting an aerobics show on television. Pushed out by her deceitful superior Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she seeks out an enigmatic and horrifying procedure called the Substance. This generates a younger clone portrayed by Margaret Qualley, resulting in a steadily more toxic connection among both women. Friday 17 October, the streaming service Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10
This classic whodunit story features Knightley as Laura, a top-notch writer who takes a break from writing about global conflict to board an opulent ship alongside an ailing Norwegian shipping heiress and philanthropist, her partner, and other affluent guests. However when an enigmatic female disappears from the ship one night and everyone denies she ever existed, Laura's investigative instincts awaken. Streaming currently, Netflix
Presence
The acclaimed director challenges his creative boundaries with this nifty ghostly tale filmed completely from the viewpoint of a ghost. When a household featuring mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe settles into their fresh home, the filming device – representing the ghost – shadows their actions. Chloe seems sensing the ghostly being, and it seems defensive toward her. However, the motive remains? This is an entertaining concept that avoids overstaying, with a twist you might not see coming. Saturday 11 October, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
The iconic actor wholeheartedly adopts his cult stardom via this autobiographical spoof. He portrays an egotistical film star called Nicolas Cage who takes on a lucrative offer to visit a birthday party in Mallorca for the wealthy superfan Javi. Recruited by the CIA to gather intel on the suspected cartel boss, Cage's unique performing skills is put to the test. This Saturday, 9pm, the Channel 4 network
This Creepy Thriller
The director's claustrophobic thriller holds up well despite the lack of a sequel. Located in 1978 Denver, a series of disappearances has rendered the children frightened. When Finney is taken by the villain and held captive in a dungeon, he fears a terrible outcome. However, the old telephone on the wall continues to ring, with ghostly voices giving advice, while the prescient dreams from his sibling Gwen could save him. An effective horror. Saturday 11 October, late evening, on Film4
This Dramatic Portrait
In the conflict between God and Mammon, the winner is obvious for greed in Michael Showalter's wonderfully garish film adaptation regarding the shamed religious broadcaster and her felon spouse. Andrew Garfield plays the corrupt Bakker, who proclaims at the beginning, “God does not want us to be poor,”. The couple set about profiting from the nation's Christian beliefs. It's an extravaganza of tacky decor, excessive cosmetics and hypocrisy, however the lead actress succeeds to present Tammy Faye as a sympathetic figure. October 14th, 1.15am, the Film4 channel
Black Bag
This period's additional entry from the filmmaker is a espionage tale as sharp like the turtlenecks sported by Fassbender's intelligence officer. He is tasked with uncovering a mole among the team from five suspects – one of whom is his own wife. Each performer are masters of calm composure, leading to a delightful psychological game of deception or honesty develops. Additional actors join in the clever spy entertainment. October 17th, various showings, Sky Cinema Premiere
