Pick of the Week
This Satirical Thriller
Coralie Fargeat's unflinching satire addresses the tyranny of female beauty and the dreaded aspects of advancing years. Hollywood star Demi Moore presents a masterful portrayal as Elisabeth, a mature celebrity forced into presenting an aerobics show on television. Edged out thanks to her deceitful superior Harvey, she turns to a mysterious and gruesome process called the Substance. This produces a younger clone portrayed by Margaret Qualley, resulting in a progressively toxic connection between them. This Friday, Paramount Plus
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This classic whodunit story stars the talented actress in the role of Laura, an ace reporter who decides to take some time off from covering global conflict to join a high-end voyage accompanied by a terminally ill wealthy inheritor and donor, her partner, as well as other affluent individuals. But after a mysterious woman goes overboard one night and all passengers denies she ever existed, Laura's investigative instincts kick in. Out now, the Netflix platform
This Supernatural Story
The acclaimed director tests his directorial skills in this clever paranormal narrative filmed completely from the viewpoint of a ghost. As a family featuring mother Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe settles into their recent residence, the lens – as the unseen entity – follows them around. The daughter appears conscious of the poltergeist, and it seems guarding her. However, the motive remains? It's a fun idea that avoids overstaying, featuring a surprise you might not see coming. This Saturday, multiple showings, the Sky channel
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
The iconic actor fully commits to his unique fame in this autobiographical spoof. He acts as a narcissistic Hollywood actor playing himself who takes on a $1m payday to appear at a birthday party on the Spanish island for the rich Javi Gutierrez. Contacted by government spies to investigate the alleged criminal, the actor's unconventional method is put to the test. This Saturday, 9pm, on Channel 4
The Black Phone
Scott Derrickson's locked-room horror stands strong despite the lack of a sequel. Located in 1970s Colorado, a series of disappearances has rendered the youth anxious. Once Finney is taken by “the Grabber” and held captive in a dungeon, he dreads a fatal end. Yet the non-functional line on the wall keeps ringing, with ghostly voices giving advice, as the intuitive nightmares from his sibling Gwen might rescue him. A solid creepfest. October 11th, 10.50pm, on Film4
This Dramatic Portrait
In the conflict between spirituality and money, it's a knockout win for greed in this director's wonderfully garish film adaptation about the fallen TV preacher and her felon spouse. Garfield acts as the corrupt Bakker, who declares initially, claiming divine approval for wealth. The couple commence capitalizing on the people's religious faith. It's an extravaganza of poor styling, excessive cosmetics and insincerity, yet Jessica Chastain succeeds to depict Tammy Faye as a sympathetic figure. Tuesday 14 October, early morning, on Film4
This Espionage Thriller
The current week's second offering from the filmmaker presents a spy mystery as sharp like the turtlenecks used by the actor's British agent. His assignment is with uncovering a mole within their ranks from a group of five – one of whom is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. Each performer are experts of calm composure, resulting in an engaging psychological game of fact versus fiction unfolds. The supporting cast join in the smart espionage amusement. Friday 17 October, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
