Pick of the Week
The Substance Film
Coralie Fargeat's unflinching satire addresses the oppressive nature of feminine aesthetics as well as the feared consequences of ageing. Demi Moore delivers an inspired acting turn as Elisabeth, an aging actress reduced to presenting an aerobics show on TV. Edged out thanks to her deceitful superior her manager Harvey, she seeks out a mysterious and horrifying procedure called "The Substance". This creates a younger clone portrayed by Margaret Qualley, leading to a progressively toxic connection between the two. This Friday, Paramount Plus
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This Agatha Christie-esque thriller includes Keira Knightley playing Laura, a skilled journalist who decides to take a hiatus from reporting on international wars to join a high-end voyage alongside a gravely sick wealthy inheritor and charitable figure, her spouse, and other filthy rich passengers. Yet once a mysterious woman disappears from the ship one night and all passengers insists she wasn't real, her journalistic curiosity kick in. Out now, Netflix
Presence Film
Steven Soderbergh challenges his directorial skills through this clever paranormal narrative shot entirely through the eyes of a ghost. When a household featuring mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe moves into their recent residence, the camera – representing the ghost – follows them around. The teen shows signs of conscious of the ghostly being, and it looks like defensive toward her. But why? It's a fun idea that avoids overstaying, including a revelation that may be unexpected. This Saturday, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, Sky Cinema
This Self-Referential Film
Nicolas Cage embraces his cult stardom via this meta comedy caper. He portrays a self-obsessed celebrity named Nicolas Cage who takes on a $1m payday to visit a festive event at a Mediterranean location for billionaire superfan Javi. Contacted by government spies to gather intel on the suspected cartel boss, Cage's unique performing skills is put to the test. Saturday 11 October, prime time, Channel 4
The Black Phone Horror
The director's claustrophobic thriller stands strong despite the lack of a follow-up. Located in 1970s Colorado, several disappearances has left the youth anxious. Once Finney is kidnapped by the villain and locked up in a dungeon, he dreads a terrible outcome. However, the non-functional line on the wall continues to ring, with ghostly voices giving advice, while the prophetic visions of Gwen, his sister may be his salvation. An effective horror. October 11th, 10.50pm, on Film4
This Dramatic Portrait
In the conflict between spirituality and money, the victory is clear for Mammon in Michael Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top film adaptation about the fallen televangelist and her criminal husband. Andrew Garfield acts as the venal Jim, who declares initially, “God does not want us to be poor,”. He and Tammy Faye set about capitalizing on the people's Christian beliefs. It's an extravaganza of bad interior design, excessive cosmetics and insincerity, though Jessica Chastain manages to depict the character with compassion. October 14th, early morning, Film4
The Spy Mystery
The current week's another release by the same director presents a espionage tale as precise like the turtlenecks used by Fassbender's UK spy. He is tasked with uncovering a double agent among the team from a group of five – including is his spouse. The two stars are masters of understated style, so a delicious psychological game of truth or lie unfolds. The supporting cast participate the intelligent intelligence fun. Friday 17 October, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, the Sky channel
