Pick of the Week
This Satirical Thriller
The filmmaker's bold critique examines the demanding standards for feminine aesthetics along with the perceived horrors of advancing years. Hollywood star Demi Moore delivers an inspired acting turn in the role of Elisabeth, a 50-year-old film star demoted to presenting a workout series on television. Forced aside by her deceitful superior her manager Harvey, she turns to a mysterious and gruesome procedure known as "The Substance". This produces a new version of herself called Sue, leading to an increasingly parasitic dynamic among both women. Friday 17 October, Paramount Plus
This Mystery Thriller
This suspenseful story includes the talented actress playing Laura, a skilled journalist who decides to take a hiatus from covering global conflict to join a high-end voyage accompanied by an ailing wealthy inheritor and charitable figure, her spouse, and other affluent guests. But after a mysterious woman goes overboard during the evening and everyone denies she ever existed, her journalistic curiosity take over. Streaming currently, the Netflix platform
This Supernatural Story
The acclaimed director challenges his directorial skills in this clever ghostly tale filmed completely through the eyes of a ghost. After a clan featuring mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe moves into their new suburban house, the camera – AKA the Presence – tracks their movements. Chloe seems conscious of the ghostly being, and the entity appears guarding her. Yet what is the reason? The premise is enjoyable that remains concise, including a revelation that may be unexpected. October 11th, afternoon and evening times, the Sky channel
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
Cage fully commits to his unique fame through this meta comedy caper. He acts as an egotistical film star named Nicolas Cage who accepts a $1m payday to visit a festive event in Mallorca for the rich Javi Gutierrez. Hired by government spies to investigate the alleged criminal, the actor's unique performing skills comes in handy. This Saturday, evening, the Channel 4 network
The Black Phone Horror
Scott Derrickson's locked-room horror remains effective despite the lack of a follow-up. Located in 1970s Colorado, a series of kidnappings has left the children frightened. After Finney is taken by “the Grabber” and imprisoned in a basement, he anticipates the worst. However, the old telephone on the wall keeps ringing, with ghostly voices providing assistance, as the intuitive nightmares of his sister Gwen might rescue him. An effective horror. Saturday 11 October, late evening, the Film4 channel
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the conflict between faith and wealth, the victory is clear for Mammon in Showalter's delightfully tacky biopic of the disgraced religious broadcaster plus her lawbreaking partner. Andrew Garfield plays the greedy Jim, who states early on, claiming divine approval for wealth. Both individuals begin monetising the people's religious faith. It's a riot of tacky decor, bad makeup and hypocrisy, though the lead actress succeeds to present the character with compassion. October 14th, early morning, Film4
Black Bag
This week's second offering from the filmmaker delivers a intelligence thriller as sharp similar to the collars used by Michael Fassbender's UK spy. He is tasked to discover a traitor inside the organization from a group of five – one of whom is his spouse. The two stars excel of calm composure, leading to a delightful psychological game of deception or honesty takes place. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela take part the intelligent intelligence fun. Friday 17 October, various showings, the Sky channel
