Pick of the Week
This Satirical Thriller
The filmmaker's unflinching commentary addresses the demanding standards for feminine aesthetics and the dreaded aspects of ageing. The veteran actress delivers a brilliant performance playing Elisabeth, a mature celebrity forced into starring in a workout series on the small screen. Pushed out due to her slimy boss Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she turns to a secretive and terrifying procedure titled "The Substance". This creates a youthful duplicate named Sue, leading to an increasingly parasitic dynamic between the two. This Friday, the streaming service Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This suspenseful story features the talented actress as Laura, a top-notch writer who takes some time off from writing about world issues to embark on a high-end voyage with a gravely sick wealthy inheritor and donor, her husband, as well as other filthy rich individuals. Yet once an enigmatic female goes overboard one night and all passengers claims she was never there, her journalistic curiosity awaken. Streaming currently, Netflix
This Supernatural Story
The acclaimed director tests his creative boundaries through this clever paranormal narrative shot entirely from the perspective of the phantom. After a clan including mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe occupies their new suburban house, the filming device – AKA the Presence – follows them around. The teen shows signs of sensing the poltergeist, and it looks like guarding her. But why? The premise is enjoyable that avoids overstaying, with a twist that could catch you off guard. October 11th, multiple showings, the Sky channel
This Self-Referential Film
Cage wholeheartedly adopts his eccentric image in this autobiographical spoof. He plays an egotistical film star named Nicolas Cage who accepts a lucrative offer to attend a celebration on the Spanish island for the wealthy superfan Javi. Recruited by the intelligence agency to spy on the suspected cartel boss, the actor's unique performing skills is put to the test. Saturday 11 October, 9pm, Channel 4
The Black Phone
Scott Derrickson's contained scarefest stands strong without requiring a continuation. Located in the late 70s in Denver, multiple child abductions has left the local kids frightened. When Finney is kidnapped by “the Grabber” and locked up in a dungeon, he anticipates a terrible outcome. However, the disconnected phone mounted nearby continues to ring, with spooky callers offering help, while the prescient dreams of his sister Gwen may be his salvation. An effective horror. Saturday 11 October, nighttime, Film4
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the conflict between God and Mammon, the winner is obvious for Mammon in Showalter's wonderfully garish biopic of the disgraced religious broadcaster plus her lawbreaking partner. Garfield acts as the corrupt Bakker, who states at the beginning, asserting religious justification for riches. Both individuals begin monetising the American public's spiritual convictions. It's an extravaganza of tacky decor, overdone appearance and hypocrisy, however Chastain succeeds to show the character as a sympathetic figure. October 14th, early morning, the Film4 channel
The Spy Mystery
This period's additional entry by the same director delivers a espionage tale as tight as the polo necks used by Michael Fassbender's intelligence officer. His assignment is to identify a traitor within their ranks out of five possibilities – one of whom is his own wife. The two stars are experts of calm composure, leading to a delightful mind game of fact versus fiction unfolds. The supporting cast join in the smart espionage amusement. This Friday, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
