Pick of the Week
This Satirical Thriller
The filmmaker's bold commentary tackles the demanding standards for feminine aesthetics and the dreaded aspects of ageing. Hollywood star Demi Moore offers a brilliant portrayal in the role of Elisabeth, a 50-year-old actress demoted to presenting an aerobics show on the small screen. Edged out thanks to her unscrupulous employer her manager Harvey, she turns to an enigmatic and terrifying procedure known as the Substance. This produces a new version of herself called Sue, leading to a steadily more vampiric relationship among both women. This Friday, the streaming service Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This suspenseful mystery features the talented actress in the role of Laura, a top-notch writer who takes some time off from writing about global conflict to embark on a high-end voyage alongside a gravely sick wealthy inheritor and charitable figure, her spouse, and other filthy rich guests. However when a mysterious woman falls into the sea overnight and the entire crew insists she wasn't real, Laura's investigative instincts take over. Available now, the Netflix platform
Presence
Steven Soderbergh pushes his film-making abilities in this clever paranormal narrative filmed completely from the viewpoint of the spirit. When a household with Lucy Liu as Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe settles into their fresh home, the filming device – AKA the Presence – shadows their actions. The teen shows signs of conscious of the supernatural presence, and the entity appears protective of her. Yet what is the reason? It's a fun idea that remains concise, featuring a surprise that may be unexpected. This Saturday, afternoon and evening times, Sky Cinema
This Self-Referential Film
Cage fully commits to his cult stardom through this autobiographical spoof. He acts as an egotistical celebrity playing himself who agrees to a million-dollar gig to appear at a festive event on the Spanish island for the wealthy superfan Javi. Contacted by the CIA to gather intel on the alleged criminal, Cage's unique performing skills proves useful. October 11th, prime time, on Channel 4
This Creepy Thriller
Scott Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller holds up well despite the lack of a follow-up. Located in the late 70s in Denver, a series of child abductions has rendered the children frightened. After Finney is taken by “the Grabber” and locked up in a dungeon, he anticipates a terrible outcome. However, the old telephone in the room repeatedly calls, with eerie communicators giving advice, as the intuitive nightmares from his sibling Gwen could save him. An effective horror. This Saturday, nighttime, on Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the struggle between God and Mammon, the winner is obvious for Mammon in this director's delightfully tacky true story about the fallen televangelist and her criminal husband. Andrew Garfield plays the greedy Jim, who declares initially, claiming divine approval for wealth. The couple begin monetising the people's Christian beliefs. It's a spectacle of poor styling, excessive cosmetics and bad faith, however the lead actress manages to present the real-life figure in a likable light. Tuesday 14 October, 1.15am, on Film4
The Spy Mystery
This period's second offering from Steven Soderbergh is a espionage tale as sharp similar to the collars worn by Michael Fassbender's British agent. He is tasked to identify a double agent among the team from a group of five – one of whom is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. The two stars are masters of understated style, leading to a delightful mental battle of fact versus fiction develops. Additional actors participate the clever spy entertainment. This Friday, various showings, Sky Cinema
