Pick of the Week
The Substance
The filmmaker's daring commentary addresses the demanding standards for feminine aesthetics as well as the feared consequences of advancing years. The veteran actress delivers a brilliant portrayal as Elisabeth, an aging actress reduced to starring in an aerobics show on the small screen. Edged out due to her unscrupulous employer her manager Harvey, she seeks out a secretive and gruesome procedure known as "The Substance". This creates a new version of herself named Sue, resulting in a progressively parasitic dynamic between the two. This Friday, Paramount Plus
This Mystery Thriller
This suspenseful story includes Knightley in the role of Laura, a skilled journalist who opts for a hiatus from reporting on world issues to join a high-end voyage alongside a terminally ill Norwegian shipping heiress and philanthropist, her partner, plus additional affluent guests. However when an enigmatic female disappears from the ship during the evening and everyone claims she was never there, her journalistic curiosity awaken. Available now, on Netflix
This Supernatural Story
The acclaimed director tests his directorial skills through this innovative supernatural story captured wholly from the perspective of the spirit. When a household featuring mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe settles into their new suburban house, the filming device – AKA the Presence – follows them around. The daughter appears sensing the poltergeist, and the entity appears protective of her. Yet what is the reason? It's a fun idea that doesn't outstay its welcome, featuring a surprise you might not see coming. Saturday 11 October, afternoon and evening times, Sky Cinema Premiere
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
Cage embraces his eccentric image via this autobiographical spoof. He portrays a narcissistic celebrity named Nicolas Cage who agrees to a lucrative offer to appear at a birthday party at a Mediterranean location for the rich Javi Gutierrez. Recruited by government spies to investigate the potential kingpin, his “nouveau shamanic acting ability” comes in handy. October 11th, 9pm, on Channel 4
This Creepy Thriller
The director's claustrophobic thriller stands strong even without a sequel. Set in 1978 Denver, a series of kidnappings has made the local kids frightened. Once Finney gets captured by the villain and held captive in a cellar, he fears the worst. But the old telephone in the room repeatedly calls, with spooky callers offering help, while the prescient dreams from his sibling Gwen might rescue him. An effective horror. Saturday 11 October, nighttime, the Film4 channel
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the struggle between faith and wealth, the victory is clear for greed in Michael Showalter's wonderfully garish biopic regarding the shamed televangelist and her felon spouse. The actor acts as the greedy Jim, who states early on, asserting religious justification for riches. The couple commence profiting from the American public's Christian beliefs. It's a spectacle of bad interior design, excessive cosmetics and bad faith, however the lead actress manages to show Tammy Faye with compassion. Tuesday 14 October, early morning, the Film4 channel
The Spy Mystery
This week's second offering by the same director is a espionage tale as precise like the turtlenecks sported by the actor's British agent. His assignment is to discover a mole within their ranks from a group of five – among them is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. The two stars are experts of deadpan cool, leading to a delightful mind game of truth or lie unfolds. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela join in the smart espionage amusement. Friday 17 October, various showings, the Sky channel
