Pick of the Week
This Satirical Thriller
Director Coralie Fargeat's unflinching commentary addresses the oppressive nature of women's appearance along with the dreaded aspects of growing older. Hollywood star Demi Moore presents a brilliant acting turn playing Elisabeth, a 50-year-old film star reduced to presenting a fitness program on the small screen. Forced aside thanks to her deceitful superior Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she turns to a mysterious and terrifying treatment called the Substance. This generates a new version of herself called Sue, culminating in an increasingly parasitic dynamic among both women. Friday 17 October, Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This suspenseful mystery includes the talented actress as Laura, a top-notch writer who decides to take some time off from reporting on global conflict to embark on an opulent ship accompanied by a terminally ill Scandinavian billionaire and donor, her partner, and other filthy rich individuals. Yet once an unknown lady falls into the sea during the evening and everyone claims she was never there, her journalistic curiosity awaken. Streaming currently, Netflix
Presence Film
The acclaimed director challenges his directorial skills in this clever paranormal narrative captured wholly from the viewpoint of the phantom. When a household featuring mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe moves into their recent residence, the filming device – representing the ghost – shadows their actions. The daughter appears aware of the supernatural presence, and the entity appears guarding her. However, the motive remains? The premise is enjoyable that remains concise, featuring a surprise you might not see coming. October 11th, afternoon and evening times, the Sky channel
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
The iconic actor fully commits to his eccentric image via this meta comedy caper. He portrays a self-obsessed film star playing himself who accepts a million-dollar gig to appear at a birthday party in Mallorca for the rich Javi Gutierrez. Hired by the intelligence agency to gather intel on the suspected cartel boss, his “nouveau shamanic acting ability” proves useful. Saturday 11 October, 9pm, on Channel 4
This Creepy Thriller
The director's locked-room horror remains effective despite the lack of a follow-up. Set in 1970s Colorado, several child abductions has made the local kids on edge. When Finney is kidnapped by “the Grabber” and held captive in a cellar, he fears a fatal end. But the old telephone on the wall continues to ring, with spooky callers providing assistance, as the prescient dreams of his sister Gwen may be his salvation. A genuinely scary movie. This Saturday, late evening, Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the struggle between faith and wealth, the victory is clear for materialism in this director's wonderfully garish biopic regarding the shamed televangelist and her criminal husband. Garfield acts as the venal Jim, who proclaims at the beginning, “God does not want us to be poor,”. Both individuals set about monetising the nation's religious faith. It's a riot of tacky decor, excessive cosmetics and insincerity, yet the lead actress succeeds to depict Tammy Faye in a likable light. Tuesday 14 October, late night, on Film4
Black Bag
This week's additional entry from the filmmaker presents a spy mystery as precise like the turtlenecks sported by the actor's intelligence officer. He receives a mission to identify a double agent within their ranks from five suspects – including is his spouse. Each performer excel of calm composure, resulting in an engaging mental battle of fact versus fiction takes place. The supporting cast participate the intelligent intelligence fun. This Friday, various showings, Sky Cinema Premiere
