Pick of the Week
This Satirical Thriller
Coralie Fargeat's bold commentary addresses the oppressive nature of women's appearance as well as the perceived horrors of advancing years. Hollywood star Demi Moore offers a masterful acting turn as Elisabeth, a mature film star reduced to presenting an aerobics show on television. Forced aside due to her slimy boss Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she turns to a secretive and horrifying procedure titled the Substance. This creates a younger clone called Sue, resulting in a steadily more parasitic dynamic between them. October 17th, Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10
This classic whodunit story features Keira Knightley playing Laura, a top-notch writer who opts for some time off from writing about world issues to board an opulent ship accompanied by a gravely sick wealthy inheritor and philanthropist, her partner, and other extremely wealthy passengers. Yet once an enigmatic female falls into the sea one night and the entire crew insists she wasn't real, Laura's investigative instincts take over. Streaming currently, Netflix
Presence
Soderbergh challenges his film-making abilities with this clever ghostly tale shot entirely through the eyes of the spirit. When a household featuring mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe moves into their recent residence, the filming device – as the unseen entity – tracks their movements. Chloe seems conscious of the poltergeist, and it seems protective of her. Yet what is the reason? It's a fun idea that remains concise, including a revelation that may be unexpected. Saturday 11 October, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, the Sky channel
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
Nicolas Cage fully commits to his unique fame via this autobiographical spoof. He acts as a self-obsessed film star named Nicolas Cage who agrees to a million-dollar gig to appear at a birthday party in Mallorca for billionaire superfan Javi. Hired by government spies to investigate the potential kingpin, his “nouveau shamanic acting ability” is put to the test. Saturday 11 October, evening, on Channel 4
This Creepy Thriller
Derrickson's contained scarefest remains effective without requiring a follow-up. Taking place in 1978 Denver, several child abductions has left the local kids frightened. When Finney is kidnapped by the kidnapper and locked up in a basement, he dreads a fatal end. But the non-functional line mounted nearby repeatedly calls, with eerie communicators providing assistance, as the intuitive nightmares of his sister Gwen may be his salvation. A solid creepfest. October 11th, late evening, on Film4
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the struggle between God and Mammon, the victory is clear for Mammon in Michael Showalter's wonderfully garish true story regarding the shamed religious broadcaster and her criminal husband. The actor acts as the corrupt Bakker, who declares at the beginning, claiming divine approval for wealth. The couple commence capitalizing on the nation's religious faith. It's a spectacle of poor styling, bad makeup and hypocrisy, however Chastain succeeds to show the real-life figure with compassion. Next Tuesday, early morning, on Film4
The Spy Mystery
This week's second offering by the same director delivers a espionage tale as sharp like the turtlenecks worn by Michael Fassbender's British agent. His assignment is with uncovering a mole among the team from a group of five – among them is his own wife. The two stars are experts of understated style, leading to a delightful psychological game of deception or honesty develops. The supporting cast take part the clever spy entertainment. Friday 17 October, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, the Sky channel
