Pick of the Week
This Satirical Thriller
Director Coralie Fargeat's daring critique examines the demanding standards for female beauty as well as the dreaded aspects of ageing. Hollywood star Demi Moore delivers a masterful acting turn playing Elisabeth, a mature actress reduced to hosting an aerobics show on the small screen. Edged out thanks to her deceitful superior Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she undergoes a mysterious and gruesome process titled "The Substance". This creates a younger clone portrayed by Margaret Qualley, leading to a steadily more toxic connection between them. Friday 17 October, the streaming service Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This suspenseful thriller stars the talented actress playing Laura, an ace reporter who takes a hiatus from writing about international wars to join an opulent ship accompanied by a terminally ill Scandinavian billionaire and charitable figure, her partner, and other affluent passengers. However when an unknown lady disappears from the ship one night and all passengers insists she wasn't real, Laura's investigative instincts take over. Available now, Netflix
Presence Film
The acclaimed director pushes his directorial skills in this nifty ghostly tale shot entirely through the eyes of the spirit. As a family including mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe moves into their fresh home, the camera – as the unseen entity – shadows their actions. Chloe seems sensing the ghostly being, and it looks like protective of her. However, the motive remains? This is an entertaining concept that doesn't outstay its welcome, featuring a surprise that could catch you off guard. October 11th, afternoon and evening times, Sky Cinema Premiere
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Nicolas Cage fully commits to his cult stardom through this meta comedy caper. He portrays an egotistical film star named Nicolas Cage who takes on a million-dollar gig to attend a birthday party at a Mediterranean location for the wealthy Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Hired by government spies to spy on the potential kingpin, the actor's unique performing skills proves useful. October 11th, prime time, the Channel 4 network
The Black Phone Horror
Derrickson's contained scarefest holds up well despite the lack of a continuation. Located in 1978 Denver, multiple kidnappings has made the local kids on edge. Once Finney gets captured by “the Grabber” and imprisoned in a cellar, he anticipates a terrible outcome. However, the old telephone in the room repeatedly calls, with eerie communicators giving advice, while the intuitive nightmares of his sister Gwen could save him. An effective horror. October 11th, nighttime, the Film4 channel
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the struggle between spirituality and money, the winner is obvious for greed in Showalter's delightfully tacky biopic of the disgraced religious broadcaster and her criminal husband. The actor acts as the corrupt Bakker, who declares early on, claiming divine approval for wealth. Both individuals commence profiting from the people's spiritual convictions. It's a spectacle of tacky decor, overdone appearance and bad faith, though Jessica Chastain manages to depict the real-life figure in a likable light. October 14th, late night, the Film4 channel
The Spy Mystery
This week's another release from Steven Soderbergh delivers a espionage tale as sharp as the polo necks worn by Fassbender's intelligence officer. He is tasked to discover a traitor among the team from a group of five – among them is his own wife. Each performer are experts of understated style, leading to a delightful mind game of truth or lie unfolds. Additional actors join in the intelligent intelligence fun. This Friday, multiple time slots, Sky Cinema Premiere
