Pick of the Week
The Substance Film
Coralie Fargeat's daring critique addresses the tyranny of women's appearance along with the dreaded aspects of advancing years. Demi Moore presents a masterful performance in the role of Elisabeth, a mature celebrity forced into starring in an aerobics show on television. Edged out by her unscrupulous employer Harvey, she turns to an enigmatic and horrifying treatment known as this experimental method. This generates a new version of herself called Sue, leading to an increasingly toxic connection among both women. October 17th, Paramount Plus
The Woman in Cabin 10
This suspenseful mystery features Keira Knightley in the role of Laura, a top-notch writer who takes a hiatus from reporting on world issues to embark on a luxury cruise alongside a gravely sick Norwegian shipping heiress and donor, her partner, and other extremely wealthy passengers. Yet once an unknown lady falls into the sea one night and all passengers denies she ever existed, her journalistic curiosity awaken. Available now, Netflix
This Supernatural Story
The acclaimed director challenges his directorial skills with this clever ghostly tale shot entirely through the eyes of a ghost. As a family with Lucy Liu as Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe moves into their new suburban house, the lens – AKA the Presence – follows them around. The teen shows signs of aware of the poltergeist, and the entity appears protective of her. Yet what is the reason? It's a fun idea that doesn't outstay its welcome, with a twist you might not see coming. This Saturday, multiple showings, the Sky channel
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
The iconic actor embraces his unique fame in this meta comedy caper. He portrays an egotistical celebrity called Nicolas Cage who accepts a $1m payday to visit a celebration on the Spanish island for the wealthy Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Contacted by the CIA to spy on the potential kingpin, the actor's “nouveau shamanic acting ability” proves useful. This Saturday, prime time, the Channel 4 network
This Creepy Thriller
The director's claustrophobic thriller remains effective despite the lack of a follow-up. Set in 1970s Colorado, a series of kidnappings has rendered the youth anxious. Once Finney is kidnapped by the villain and imprisoned in a basement, he anticipates a terrible outcome. Yet the non-functional line mounted nearby continues to ring, with ghostly voices giving advice, as the prophetic visions of Gwen, his sister might rescue him. An effective horror. This Saturday, late evening, on Film4
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the conflict between faith and wealth, the victory is clear for materialism in Michael Showalter's delightfully tacky film adaptation regarding the shamed televangelist plus her lawbreaking partner. Andrew Garfield plays the corrupt Bakker, who proclaims initially, claiming divine approval for wealth. The couple begin profiting from the nation's religious faith. It's a riot of tacky decor, bad makeup and insincerity, yet the lead actress manages to depict Tammy Faye as a sympathetic figure. October 14th, 1.15am, the Film4 channel
This Espionage Thriller
This period's second offering from Steven Soderbergh presents a intelligence thriller as precise as the polo necks used by Michael Fassbender's UK spy. He receives a mission to discover a mole among the team from five suspects – including is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. Each performer excel of understated style, so a delicious psychological game of truth or lie develops. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela participate the intelligent intelligence fun. Friday 17 October, multiple time slots, the Sky channel
