Pick of the Week
The Substance
The filmmaker's bold satire tackles the tyranny of feminine aesthetics as well as the dreaded aspects of growing older. Hollywood star Demi Moore delivers a brilliant performance as Elisabeth, an aging celebrity demoted to hosting a fitness program on television. Edged out due to her deceitful superior her manager Harvey, she undergoes an enigmatic and gruesome process known as this experimental method. This creates a youthful duplicate portrayed by Margaret Qualley, leading to a steadily more toxic connection between the two. Friday 17 October, the streaming service Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This classic whodunit mystery includes Knightley in the role of Laura, a top-notch writer who opts for some time off from reporting on global conflict to embark on a luxury cruise alongside a terminally ill wealthy inheritor and donor, her spouse, and other filthy rich passengers. Yet once an unknown lady disappears from the ship one night and everyone denies she ever existed, Laura's investigative instincts kick in. Out now, on Netflix
Presence
The acclaimed director tests his directorial skills with this clever ghostly tale captured wholly through the eyes of the spirit. After a clan including mother Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe settles into their new suburban house, the filming device – representing the ghost – tracks their movements. Chloe seems sensing the ghostly being, and it seems guarding her. Yet what is the reason? This is an entertaining concept that remains concise, featuring a surprise that could catch you off guard. October 11th, afternoon and evening times, the Sky channel
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Nicolas Cage fully commits to his eccentric image via this self-referential adventure. He acts as a narcissistic Hollywood actor named Nicolas Cage who accepts a $1m payday to attend a birthday party on the Spanish island for the rich Javi Gutierrez. Contacted by government spies to gather intel on the suspected cartel boss, the actor's unique performing skills proves useful. Saturday 11 October, prime time, the Channel 4 network
This Creepy Thriller
Derrickson's contained scarefest remains effective even without a continuation. Located in 1970s Colorado, multiple kidnappings has rendered the children on edge. After Finney is taken by the villain and held captive in a basement, he anticipates a terrible outcome. However, the non-functional line in the room continues to ring, with ghostly voices providing assistance, as the intuitive nightmares from his sibling Gwen may be his salvation. A solid creepfest. Saturday 11 October, late evening, the Film4 channel
This Dramatic Portrait
In the conflict between spirituality and money, the victory is clear for Mammon in Michael Showalter's delightfully tacky true story regarding the shamed TV preacher and her felon spouse. Garfield plays the venal Jim, who proclaims initially, asserting religious justification for riches. The couple set about monetising the American public's Christian beliefs. It's a spectacle of bad interior design, bad makeup and hypocrisy, however Chastain manages to depict the character in a likable light. October 14th, late night, on Film4
The Spy Mystery
The current week's additional entry from Steven Soderbergh is a intelligence thriller as sharp like the turtlenecks sported by Fassbender's British agent. He is tasked with uncovering a traitor among the team from five suspects – including is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. Each performer are masters of deadpan cool, so a delicious mental battle of truth or lie takes place. Additional actors join in the smart espionage amusement. This Friday, various showings, Sky Cinema Premiere
