Pick of the Week
The Substance Film
Director Coralie Fargeat's unflinching critique addresses the demanding standards for female beauty as well as the perceived horrors of ageing. The veteran actress presents a brilliant performance in the role of Elisabeth, a 50-year-old celebrity forced into hosting an aerobics show on television. Pushed out due to her unscrupulous employer her manager Harvey, she seeks out a mysterious and horrifying procedure titled "The Substance". This creates a new version of herself portrayed by Margaret Qualley, leading to a steadily more parasitic dynamic among both women. Friday 17 October, the streaming service Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This suspenseful mystery includes the talented actress as Laura, a skilled journalist who takes a break from covering global conflict to board a luxury cruise accompanied by an ailing Scandinavian billionaire and donor, her husband, and other filthy rich individuals. However when an enigmatic female goes overboard during the evening and all passengers claims she was never there, her journalistic curiosity kick in. Streaming currently, Netflix
This Supernatural Story
Steven Soderbergh pushes his creative boundaries with this innovative supernatural story filmed completely through the eyes of a ghost. As a family featuring mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe moves into their new suburban house, the filming device – as the unseen entity – follows them around. Chloe seems aware of the ghostly being, and it looks like defensive toward her. Yet what is the reason? The premise is enjoyable that remains concise, featuring a surprise that may be unexpected. Saturday 11 October, multiple showings, the Sky channel
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
The iconic actor fully commits to his unique fame through this autobiographical spoof. He plays a self-obsessed Hollywood actor named Nicolas Cage who agrees to a lucrative offer to visit a festive event in Mallorca for the rich superfan Javi. Hired by the CIA to spy on the suspected cartel boss, the actor's “nouveau shamanic acting ability” comes in handy. This Saturday, 9pm, the Channel 4 network
The Black Phone
Derrickson's locked-room horror remains effective without requiring a continuation. Located in 1970s Colorado, multiple child abductions has left the youth frightened. When Finney is kidnapped by the kidnapper and locked up in a dungeon, he fears the worst. However, the disconnected phone in the room continues to ring, with spooky callers providing assistance, and the intuitive nightmares of Gwen, his sister may be his salvation. A genuinely scary movie. This Saturday, late evening, Film4
This Dramatic Portrait
In the conflict between God and Mammon, it's a knockout win for greed in this director's delightfully tacky biopic about the fallen religious broadcaster plus her lawbreaking partner. The actor portrays the venal Jim, who declares initially, asserting religious justification for riches. The couple set about capitalizing on the people's Christian beliefs. It's a spectacle of poor styling, excessive cosmetics and hypocrisy, though the lead actress achieves to show the real-life figure in a likable light. Next Tuesday, 1.15am, on Film4
Black Bag
The current week's another release from the filmmaker is a espionage tale as sharp like the turtlenecks sported by the actor's intelligence officer. He receives a mission with uncovering a mole among the team from a group of five – among them is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. The two stars excel of deadpan cool, so a delicious mental battle of truth or lie unfolds. The supporting cast take part the clever spy entertainment. This Friday, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, the Sky channel
