Pick of the Week
The Substance Film
The filmmaker's daring satire examines the demanding standards for feminine aesthetics along with the feared consequences of ageing. Demi Moore presents an inspired portrayal as Elisabeth, a mature celebrity forced into hosting an aerobics show on the small screen. Forced aside thanks to her unscrupulous employer Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she turns to an enigmatic and horrifying treatment known as this experimental method. This produces a new version of herself named Sue, culminating in an increasingly parasitic dynamic between the two. Friday 17 October, Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10
This suspenseful mystery includes Knightley as Laura, an ace reporter who decides to take some time off from covering international wars to board a luxury cruise with a gravely sick Norwegian shipping heiress and charitable figure, her partner, as well as other affluent individuals. However when an unknown lady disappears from the ship one night and the entire crew claims she was never there, the reporter's sleuthing skills awaken. Available now, the Netflix platform
This Supernatural Story
The acclaimed director pushes his creative boundaries with this clever paranormal narrative captured wholly from the perspective of the spirit. As a family including mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe occupies their fresh home, the filming device – AKA the Presence – tracks their movements. The teen shows signs of conscious of the supernatural presence, and the entity appears guarding her. However, the motive remains? The premise is enjoyable that remains concise, featuring a surprise that could catch you off guard. Saturday 11 October, multiple showings, the Sky channel
This Self-Referential Film
Nicolas Cage embraces his cult stardom in this autobiographical spoof. He plays a narcissistic celebrity named Nicolas Cage who takes on a lucrative offer to appear at a birthday party at a Mediterranean location for billionaire Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Recruited by government spies to investigate the potential kingpin, his unconventional method proves useful. October 11th, evening, Channel 4
This Creepy Thriller
Derrickson's contained scarefest remains effective without requiring a sequel. Located in 1978 Denver, multiple child abductions has left the youth on edge. After Finney is taken by the kidnapper and imprisoned in a cellar, he anticipates the worst. However, the non-functional line mounted nearby repeatedly calls, with spooky callers giving advice, as the prescient dreams of Gwen, his sister might rescue him. An effective horror. October 11th, 10.50pm, on Film4
This Dramatic Portrait
In the struggle between spirituality and money, it's a knockout win for materialism in this director's brilliantly over-the-top film adaptation regarding the shamed TV preacher and her felon spouse. Andrew Garfield plays the corrupt Bakker, who proclaims early on, asserting religious justification for riches. The couple commence monetising the nation's Christian beliefs. It's an extravaganza of bad interior design, overdone appearance and bad faith, however the lead actress achieves to present the character in a likable light. October 14th, early morning, the Film4 channel
The Spy Mystery
The current week's another release from Steven Soderbergh presents a intelligence thriller as tight as the polo necks sported by the actor's UK spy. His assignment is to discover a mole within their ranks from five suspects – among them is his own wife. Each performer excel of understated style, resulting in an engaging mental battle of fact versus fiction develops. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela participate the smart espionage amusement. Friday 17 October, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema
