Pick of the Week
This Satirical Thriller
The filmmaker's daring satire examines the oppressive nature of female beauty along with the feared consequences of advancing years. Demi Moore offers an inspired portrayal in the role of Elisabeth, a mature celebrity forced into starring in a workout series on the small screen. Pushed out by her unscrupulous employer Harvey, she undergoes a mysterious and terrifying process called the Substance. This generates a new version of herself called Sue, culminating in a steadily more vampiric relationship between the two. This Friday, Paramount Plus
This Mystery Thriller
This classic whodunit thriller stars Keira Knightley playing Laura, an ace reporter who opts for a hiatus from covering world issues to join an opulent ship accompanied by a terminally ill Scandinavian billionaire and donor, her partner, plus additional filthy rich guests. Yet once an unknown lady disappears from the ship overnight and all passengers insists she wasn't real, Laura's investigative instincts take over. Available now, the Netflix platform
Presence
The acclaimed director tests his creative boundaries through this innovative paranormal narrative filmed completely through the eyes of the phantom. After a clan featuring mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe moves into their new suburban house, the lens – as the unseen entity – shadows their actions. Chloe seems aware of the supernatural presence, and it looks like guarding her. But why? It's a fun idea that doesn't outstay its welcome, featuring a surprise that could catch you off guard. October 11th, multiple showings, the Sky channel
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Cage wholeheartedly adopts his cult stardom via this self-referential adventure. He plays a narcissistic film star named Nicolas Cage who takes on a million-dollar gig to visit a celebration at a Mediterranean location for the rich Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Hired by government spies to spy on the alleged criminal, his unique performing skills proves useful. This Saturday, 9pm, the Channel 4 network
The Black Phone Horror
Scott Derrickson's contained scarefest remains effective despite the lack of a sequel. Taking place in 1978 Denver, several kidnappings has rendered the youth anxious. Once Finney is taken by “the Grabber” and held captive in a cellar, he dreads the worst. But the disconnected phone in the room keeps ringing, with eerie communicators giving advice, while the prescient dreams of his sister Gwen could save him. An effective horror. October 11th, nighttime, Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the conflict between God and Mammon, the winner is obvious for greed in this director's wonderfully garish film adaptation of the disgraced religious broadcaster plus her lawbreaking partner. Andrew Garfield plays the corrupt Bakker, who states at the beginning, asserting religious justification for riches. The couple begin capitalizing on the people's religious faith. It's an extravaganza of bad interior design, overdone appearance and bad faith, yet Chastain manages to depict the character in a likable light. October 14th, late night, Film4
This Espionage Thriller
The current week's additional entry by the same director delivers a espionage tale as precise similar to the collars sported by the actor's UK spy. He is tasked to identify a double agent among the team from five suspects – one of whom is his spouse. The two stars are masters of deadpan cool, so a delicious mind game of truth or lie unfolds. Additional actors participate the smart espionage amusement. This Friday, various showings, Sky Cinema Premiere
