Pick of the Week
The Substance
The filmmaker's daring commentary examines the tyranny of women's appearance and the feared consequences of ageing. The veteran actress presents an inspired performance in the role of Elisabeth, a 50-year-old celebrity reduced to hosting an aerobics show on TV. Edged out due to her slimy boss her manager Harvey, she undergoes a secretive and terrifying treatment called the Substance. This creates a youthful duplicate called Sue, resulting in a steadily more toxic connection between them. This Friday, Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This suspenseful mystery includes Keira Knightley playing Laura, a skilled journalist who takes some time off from reporting on global conflict to embark on a luxury cruise accompanied by an ailing Norwegian shipping heiress and donor, her spouse, and other affluent passengers. However when an enigmatic female falls into the sea overnight and all passengers insists she wasn't real, her journalistic curiosity take over. Available now, on Netflix
Presence Film
The acclaimed director pushes his creative boundaries with this nifty ghostly tale shot entirely from the perspective of the phantom. As a family featuring mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe moves into their fresh home, the filming device – representing the ghost – follows them around. Chloe seems aware of the supernatural presence, and it looks like guarding her. Yet what is the reason? This is an entertaining concept that avoids overstaying, featuring a surprise that could catch you off guard. October 11th, afternoon and evening times, the Sky channel
This Self-Referential Film
Nicolas Cage fully commits to his cult stardom via this autobiographical spoof. He acts as a self-obsessed Hollywood actor named Nicolas Cage who takes on a $1m payday to attend a festive event on the Spanish island for the rich superfan Javi. Contacted by the intelligence agency to investigate the potential kingpin, Cage's unique performing skills comes in handy. This Saturday, evening, Channel 4
This Creepy Thriller
Derrickson's locked-room horror holds up well without requiring a sequel. Taking place in the late 70s in Denver, a series of child abductions has made the children on edge. Once Finney is kidnapped by “the Grabber” and held captive in a basement, he fears the worst. But the non-functional line in the room continues to ring, with eerie communicators providing assistance, as the prophetic visions from his sibling Gwen may be his salvation. An effective horror. This Saturday, 10.50pm, the Film4 channel
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the conflict between faith and wealth, the victory is clear for greed in this director's delightfully tacky true story of the disgraced televangelist plus her lawbreaking partner. The actor portrays the venal Jim, who declares at the beginning, claiming divine approval for wealth. Both individuals set about profiting from the American public's spiritual convictions. It's a riot of poor styling, bad makeup and hypocrisy, however Chastain manages to present Tammy Faye in a likable light. Next Tuesday, early morning, Film4
This Espionage Thriller
This period's additional entry by the same director presents a espionage tale as sharp similar to the collars used by the actor's UK spy. His assignment is to identify a mole inside the organization from five suspects – among them is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. The two stars are experts of deadpan cool, resulting in an engaging mind game of deception or honesty takes place. The supporting cast participate the clever spy entertainment. Friday 17 October, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
