Pick of the Week
The Substance Film
Director Coralie Fargeat's daring satire tackles the demanding standards for female beauty along with the perceived horrors of advancing years. The veteran actress offers an inspired performance playing Elisabeth, an aging film star reduced to presenting a workout series on the small screen. Edged out due to her deceitful superior her manager Harvey, she turns to an enigmatic and horrifying procedure called "The Substance". This creates a new version of herself named Sue, culminating in a progressively parasitic dynamic between the two. Friday 17 October, the streaming service Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This Agatha Christie-esque thriller stars the talented actress in the role of Laura, a top-notch writer who takes some time off from reporting on global conflict to board a high-end voyage alongside an ailing Scandinavian billionaire and donor, her spouse, and other filthy rich individuals. However when an enigmatic female disappears from the ship one night and the entire crew denies she ever existed, Laura's investigative instincts kick in. Available now, on Netflix
This Supernatural Story
Steven Soderbergh challenges his creative boundaries through this clever ghostly tale filmed completely from the viewpoint of a ghost. When a household including mother Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe settles into their new suburban house, the camera – representing the ghost – shadows their actions. The teen shows signs of aware of the ghostly being, and the entity appears defensive toward her. But why? The premise is enjoyable 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 unique fame through this meta comedy caper. He acts as an egotistical film star named Nicolas Cage who agrees to a lucrative offer to visit a festive event on the Spanish island for the rich superfan Javi. Hired by government spies to investigate the alleged criminal, Cage's unique performing skills is put to the test. October 11th, prime time, the Channel 4 network
The Black Phone
Scott Derrickson's locked-room horror remains effective despite the lack of a follow-up. Set in 1970s Colorado, several disappearances has left the youth on edge. After Finney is kidnapped by the villain and held captive in a basement, he dreads the worst. But the old telephone on the wall keeps ringing, with eerie communicators giving advice, and the intuitive nightmares of Gwen, his sister could save him. A genuinely scary movie. October 11th, late evening, on Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the struggle between God and Mammon, the victory is clear for greed in this director's brilliantly over-the-top true story about the fallen televangelist and her felon spouse. The actor portrays the greedy Jim, who proclaims at the beginning, claiming divine approval for wealth. The couple begin profiting from the nation's spiritual convictions. It's a riot of poor styling, overdone appearance and bad faith, though Chastain succeeds to depict the real-life figure in a likable light. October 14th, 1.15am, Film4
The Spy Mystery
This period's another release by the same director delivers a spy mystery as sharp similar to the collars used by the actor's intelligence officer. His assignment is to discover a mole within their ranks from five suspects – including is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. The two stars are experts of deadpan cool, resulting in an engaging psychological game of deception or honesty takes place. The supporting cast join in the intelligent intelligence fun. Friday 17 October, multiple time slots, Sky Cinema
