Pick of the Week
The Substance
Coralie Fargeat's bold critique addresses the demanding standards for feminine aesthetics as well as the feared consequences of growing older. Hollywood star Demi Moore delivers a masterful acting turn playing Elisabeth, an aging actress reduced to hosting a fitness program on the small screen. Forced aside by her deceitful superior Harvey, she undergoes an enigmatic and terrifying process known as this experimental method. This generates a youthful duplicate called Sue, leading to a steadily more parasitic dynamic between the two. Friday 17 October, Paramount Plus
The Woman in Cabin 10
This suspenseful thriller includes the talented actress playing Laura, a skilled journalist who opts for a break from covering world issues to join an opulent ship alongside a terminally ill Scandinavian billionaire and philanthropist, her husband, as well as other affluent passengers. Yet once an unknown lady goes overboard during the evening and all passengers insists she wasn't real, her journalistic curiosity take over. Streaming currently, the Netflix platform
This Supernatural Story
The acclaimed director challenges his film-making abilities in this innovative paranormal narrative captured wholly from the viewpoint of a ghost. When a household featuring mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe moves into their new suburban house, the filming device – as the unseen entity – shadows their actions. The daughter appears sensing the supernatural presence, and it looks like protective of her. But why? This is an entertaining concept that remains concise, featuring a surprise that may be unexpected. Saturday 11 October, afternoon and evening times, Sky Cinema Premiere
This Self-Referential Film
Cage wholeheartedly adopts his unique fame in this meta comedy caper. He portrays a self-obsessed Hollywood actor playing himself who accepts a $1m payday to visit a festive event on the Spanish island for the wealthy Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Hired by the CIA to spy on the suspected cartel boss, Cage's “nouveau shamanic acting ability” is put to the test. October 11th, 9pm, on Channel 4
The Black Phone
Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller holds up well without requiring a follow-up. Set in 1970s Colorado, several disappearances has made the local kids anxious. When Finney is taken by “the Grabber” and imprisoned in a dungeon, he dreads a terrible outcome. But the old telephone in the room continues to ring, with ghostly voices giving advice, as the intuitive nightmares of his sister Gwen might rescue him. A genuinely scary movie. October 11th, 10.50pm, Film4
This Dramatic Portrait
In the battle between faith and wealth, it's a knockout win for materialism in Michael Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top true story about the fallen religious broadcaster and her criminal husband. The actor portrays the corrupt Bakker, who declares initially, claiming divine approval for wealth. The couple set about profiting from the American public's Christian beliefs. It's a riot of bad interior design, bad makeup and insincerity, however Chastain manages to show Tammy Faye with compassion. Tuesday 14 October, late night, Film4
The Spy Mystery
This week's another release by the same director presents a intelligence thriller as precise like the turtlenecks sported by Michael Fassbender's intelligence officer. He is tasked to identify a traitor within their ranks from a group of five – including is his spouse. Each performer are masters of understated style, leading to a delightful mind game of fact versus fiction unfolds. The supporting cast join in the smart espionage amusement. Friday 17 October, multiple time slots, Sky Cinema Premiere
