Pick of the Week
The Substance
The filmmaker's daring commentary addresses the demanding standards for female beauty along with the perceived horrors of ageing. Hollywood star Demi Moore delivers an inspired performance in the role of Elisabeth, an aging actress demoted to starring in a workout series on the small screen. Pushed out thanks to her unscrupulous employer her manager Harvey, she turns to an enigmatic and gruesome process called "The Substance". This creates a youthful duplicate portrayed by Margaret Qualley, culminating in a steadily more toxic connection among both women. This Friday, the streaming service Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This suspenseful thriller features the talented actress in the role of Laura, a top-notch writer who takes some time off from reporting on international wars to join a high-end voyage accompanied by an ailing Norwegian shipping heiress and charitable figure, her husband, and other filthy rich individuals. However when an enigmatic female falls into the sea overnight and everyone claims she was never there, Laura's investigative instincts kick in. Out now, on Netflix
This Supernatural Story
Steven Soderbergh tests his film-making abilities through this clever supernatural story captured wholly from the viewpoint of the phantom. After a clan including mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe settles into their fresh home, the camera – representing the ghost – follows them around. The daughter appears sensing the poltergeist, and the entity appears protective of her. But why? The premise is enjoyable that remains concise, including a revelation that may be unexpected. This Saturday, multiple showings, Sky Cinema
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Cage embraces his cult stardom in this autobiographical spoof. He portrays an egotistical celebrity called Nicolas Cage who takes on a lucrative offer to appear at a celebration on the Spanish island for the wealthy Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Recruited by the intelligence agency to investigate the alleged criminal, the actor's unique performing skills proves useful. October 11th, prime time, on Channel 4
The Black Phone
Scott Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller remains effective despite the lack of a continuation. Set in 1978 Denver, several kidnappings has left the local kids anxious. After Finney is kidnapped by “the Grabber” and held captive in a cellar, he dreads a terrible outcome. But the old telephone in the room keeps ringing, with spooky callers offering help, while the prescient dreams of Gwen, his sister could save him. A solid creepfest. This Saturday, nighttime, Film4
This Dramatic Portrait
In the battle between God and Mammon, it's a knockout win for greed in Showalter's delightfully tacky true story regarding the shamed TV preacher and her felon spouse. The actor plays the greedy Jim, who declares at the beginning, “God does not want us to be poor,”. The couple begin capitalizing on the nation's spiritual convictions. It's a riot of poor styling, excessive cosmetics and bad faith, however the lead actress manages to depict Tammy Faye with compassion. October 14th, 1.15am, on Film4
This Espionage Thriller
This week's another release from Steven Soderbergh presents a spy mystery as tight as the polo necks used by the actor's British agent. He is tasked to discover a mole among the team from a group of five – one of whom is his own wife. The two stars are experts of deadpan cool, resulting in an engaging mental battle of truth or lie unfolds. Additional actors take part the smart espionage amusement. This Friday, multiple time slots, Sky Cinema Premiere
