Pick of the Week
This Satirical Thriller
The filmmaker's daring commentary examines the demanding standards for women's appearance along with the feared consequences of advancing years. The veteran actress offers a masterful portrayal playing Elisabeth, an aging actress forced into starring in a fitness program on TV. Edged out thanks to her deceitful superior Harvey, she turns to a secretive and gruesome procedure titled "The Substance". This produces a youthful duplicate called Sue, culminating in a progressively toxic connection between them. This Friday, Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This classic whodunit story includes the talented actress in the role of Laura, an ace reporter who decides to take a break from covering international wars to board an opulent ship alongside a gravely sick Scandinavian billionaire and donor, her partner, plus additional filthy rich guests. However when an unknown lady falls into the sea overnight and all passengers denies she ever existed, Laura's investigative instincts take over. Out now, the Netflix platform
This Supernatural Story
Soderbergh challenges his creative boundaries through this clever ghostly tale filmed completely through the eyes of the phantom. As a family including mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe occupies their recent residence, the filming device – representing the ghost – shadows their actions. The teen shows signs of conscious of the supernatural presence, and it seems defensive toward her. However, the motive remains? This is an entertaining concept that avoids overstaying, with a twist that could catch you off guard. This Saturday, multiple showings, the Sky channel
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Nicolas Cage fully commits to his eccentric image through this self-referential adventure. He portrays an egotistical film star named Nicolas Cage who agrees to a million-dollar gig to appear at a festive event in Mallorca for the wealthy Javi Gutierrez. Recruited by the CIA to gather intel on the alleged criminal, the actor's unique performing skills is put to the test. October 11th, evening, Channel 4
This Creepy Thriller
Scott Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller holds up well despite the lack of a continuation. Taking place in the late 70s in Denver, a series of child abductions has made the children anxious. After Finney is taken by the villain and imprisoned in a dungeon, he dreads the worst. But the non-functional line mounted nearby continues to ring, with eerie communicators offering help, as the prophetic visions from his sibling Gwen could save him. A genuinely scary movie. Saturday 11 October, late evening, Film4
This Dramatic Portrait
In the conflict between spirituality and money, the winner is obvious for Mammon in this director's wonderfully garish film adaptation about the fallen religious broadcaster and her criminal husband. Andrew Garfield acts as the greedy Jim, who states initially, asserting religious justification for riches. He and Tammy Faye commence monetising the nation's Christian beliefs. It's a spectacle of tacky decor, excessive cosmetics and bad faith, though the lead actress succeeds to show the character with compassion. Tuesday 14 October, 1.15am, the Film4 channel
This Espionage Thriller
This period's additional entry from the filmmaker is a espionage tale as precise similar to the collars sported by Michael Fassbender's UK spy. He receives a mission with uncovering a traitor among the team from five suspects – one of whom is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. The two stars are masters of calm composure, leading to a delightful mind game of truth or lie takes place. Additional actors participate the smart espionage amusement. Friday 17 October, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, the Sky channel
