Pick of the Week
This Satirical Thriller
Coralie Fargeat's daring critique tackles the tyranny of women's appearance as well as the perceived horrors of growing older. Demi Moore presents an inspired performance in the role of Elisabeth, a mature film star demoted to presenting a workout series on television. Pushed out thanks to her slimy boss Harvey, she seeks out an enigmatic and horrifying procedure titled the Substance. This creates a new version of herself portrayed by Margaret Qualley, culminating in a progressively toxic connection between them. October 17th, the streaming service Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This classic whodunit story stars Knightley playing Laura, an ace reporter who decides to take a hiatus from writing about global conflict to join a high-end voyage accompanied by an ailing wealthy inheritor and philanthropist, her husband, as well as other filthy rich passengers. Yet once a mysterious woman goes overboard overnight and everyone insists she wasn't real, her journalistic curiosity awaken. Available now, on Netflix
Presence Film
Steven Soderbergh challenges his directorial skills in this innovative supernatural story shot entirely from the viewpoint of the phantom. As a family with Lucy Liu as Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe occupies their fresh home, the filming device – as the unseen entity – tracks their movements. The teen shows signs of conscious of the ghostly being, and it seems protective of her. Yet what is the reason? The premise is enjoyable that doesn't outstay its welcome, featuring a surprise that may be unexpected. Saturday 11 October, afternoon and evening times, Sky Cinema
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
The iconic actor wholeheartedly adopts his unique fame in this self-referential adventure. He portrays a narcissistic film star called Nicolas Cage who agrees to a $1m payday to appear at a festive event on the Spanish island for billionaire Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Hired by the intelligence agency to investigate the alleged criminal, the actor's unique performing skills is put to the test. Saturday 11 October, evening, Channel 4
This Creepy Thriller
Derrickson's contained scarefest holds up well without requiring a follow-up. Set in 1970s Colorado, multiple kidnappings has rendered the youth anxious. When Finney is kidnapped by “the Grabber” and imprisoned in a basement, he fears the worst. However, the old telephone mounted nearby continues to ring, with eerie communicators providing assistance, as the prophetic visions from his sibling Gwen may be his salvation. An effective horror. Saturday 11 October, nighttime, on Film4
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the battle between spirituality and money, the victory is clear for materialism in Showalter's delightfully tacky biopic regarding the shamed televangelist and her criminal husband. The actor portrays the venal Jim, who declares initially, claiming divine approval for wealth. The couple set about monetising the nation's spiritual convictions. It's a spectacle of bad interior design, bad makeup and hypocrisy, however Chastain achieves to show the character in a likable light. Next Tuesday, early morning, Film4
The Spy Mystery
This period's additional entry from Steven Soderbergh is a intelligence thriller as precise as the polo necks sported by Fassbender's UK spy. He is tasked to identify a traitor among the team from a group of five – among them is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. Both actors are masters of deadpan cool, leading to a delightful mind game of deception or honesty takes place. The supporting cast take part the intelligent intelligence fun. October 17th, various showings, Sky Cinema Premiere
