Pick of the Week
The Substance
Coralie Fargeat's unflinching commentary tackles the tyranny of women's appearance along with the perceived horrors of advancing years. Demi Moore delivers an inspired portrayal as Elisabeth, a mature actress forced into starring in a workout series on television. Pushed out due to her deceitful superior Harvey, she seeks out a secretive and gruesome process called the Substance. This generates a new version of herself called Sue, resulting in an increasingly parasitic dynamic among both women. Friday 17 October, Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10
This classic whodunit thriller includes Knightley as Laura, an ace reporter who takes a hiatus from writing about world issues to board an opulent ship with an ailing Scandinavian billionaire and philanthropist, her spouse, plus additional extremely wealthy guests. Yet once a mysterious woman falls into the sea overnight and all passengers claims she was never there, Laura's investigative instincts awaken. Out now, the Netflix platform
Presence Film
Soderbergh tests his film-making abilities through this nifty ghostly tale filmed completely through the eyes of the phantom. After a clan with Lucy Liu as Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe settles into their new suburban house, the camera – AKA the Presence – shadows their actions. Chloe seems sensing the ghostly being, and it looks like protective of her. Yet what is the reason? It's a fun idea that doesn't outstay its welcome, including a revelation you might not see coming. October 11th, afternoon and evening times, the Sky channel
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
Cage wholeheartedly adopts his eccentric image in this self-referential adventure. He plays an egotistical Hollywood actor called Nicolas Cage who agrees to a lucrative offer to attend a celebration in Mallorca for billionaire Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Recruited by government spies to spy on the alleged criminal, his unconventional method proves useful. This Saturday, evening, the Channel 4 network
This Creepy Thriller
Scott Derrickson's contained scarefest stands strong despite the lack of a continuation. Set in 1978 Denver, several disappearances has rendered the youth frightened. After Finney is kidnapped by the villain and locked up in a basement, he anticipates a fatal end. Yet the non-functional line mounted nearby repeatedly calls, with ghostly voices providing assistance, while the prophetic visions of his sister Gwen may be his salvation. A genuinely scary movie. Saturday 11 October, late evening, on Film4
This Dramatic Portrait
In the battle between faith and wealth, it's a knockout win for Mammon in Michael Showalter's delightfully tacky biopic about the fallen TV preacher plus her lawbreaking partner. The actor acts as the corrupt Bakker, who proclaims early on, claiming divine approval for wealth. The couple commence profiting from the people's Christian beliefs. It's a spectacle of tacky decor, excessive cosmetics and insincerity, however the lead actress achieves to present the character with compassion. Tuesday 14 October, early morning, the Film4 channel
Black Bag
This week's second offering by the same director presents a espionage tale as sharp as the polo necks sported by the actor's UK spy. His assignment is to identify a double agent inside the organization from a group of five – including is his spouse. Each performer are experts of calm composure, so a delicious mental battle of truth or lie develops. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela take part the clever spy entertainment. This Friday, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema
