Pick of the Week
The Substance Film
Director Coralie Fargeat's daring satire addresses the demanding standards for feminine aesthetics and the dreaded aspects of ageing. The veteran actress delivers an inspired performance playing Elisabeth, a mature film star forced into starring in a workout series on TV. Forced aside due to her unscrupulous employer Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she seeks out a secretive and terrifying procedure titled this experimental method. This produces a youthful duplicate portrayed by Margaret Qualley, resulting in a progressively parasitic dynamic between them. October 17th, Paramount Plus
This Mystery Thriller
This suspenseful story includes the talented actress in the role of Laura, a top-notch writer who decides to take a hiatus from covering world issues to board a high-end voyage alongside an ailing wealthy inheritor and donor, her husband, as well as other affluent individuals. However when a mysterious woman goes overboard overnight and the entire crew denies she ever existed, Laura's investigative instincts take over. Available now, on Netflix
Presence Film
The acclaimed director challenges his film-making abilities in this innovative ghostly tale shot entirely from the viewpoint of the spirit. When a household featuring mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe occupies their new suburban house, the lens – AKA the Presence – shadows their actions. The daughter appears conscious of the poltergeist, and it looks like protective of her. But why? It's a fun idea that doesn't outstay its welcome, featuring a surprise that could catch you off guard. Saturday 11 October, afternoon and evening times, Sky Cinema Premiere
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Nicolas Cage fully commits to his eccentric image via this self-referential adventure. He plays a narcissistic Hollywood actor playing himself who agrees to a $1m payday to appear at a celebration on the Spanish island for the rich Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Contacted by the intelligence agency to investigate the potential kingpin, Cage's unconventional method comes in handy. This Saturday, evening, on Channel 4
This Creepy Thriller
Scott Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller remains effective without requiring a sequel. Set in 1978 Denver, multiple kidnappings has rendered the children anxious. Once Finney gets captured by the villain and imprisoned in a basement, he fears a fatal end. However, the old telephone in the room keeps ringing, with spooky callers providing assistance, as the prophetic visions of Gwen, his sister might rescue him. An effective horror. October 11th, 10.50pm, Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the conflict between faith and wealth, the victory is clear for Mammon in Michael Showalter's wonderfully garish true story about the fallen televangelist plus her lawbreaking partner. Andrew Garfield plays the venal Jim, who states initially, claiming divine approval for wealth. Both individuals commence monetising the American public's Christian beliefs. It's a spectacle of poor styling, excessive cosmetics and insincerity, though Chastain manages to present Tammy Faye in a likable light. Next Tuesday, early morning, on Film4
Black Bag
This period's second offering by the same director is a spy mystery as tight as the polo necks used by Michael Fassbender's UK spy. He is tasked to identify a traitor within their ranks from a group of five – including is his own wife. Both actors are experts of calm composure, leading to a delightful psychological game of fact versus fiction takes place. The supporting cast participate the clever spy entertainment. This Friday, various showings, the Sky channel
