Pick of the Week
This Satirical Thriller
Coralie Fargeat's unflinching satire examines the tyranny of women's appearance as well as the perceived horrors of advancing years. Hollywood star Demi Moore presents a brilliant portrayal playing Elisabeth, a mature actress reduced to hosting an aerobics show on television. Forced aside due to her slimy boss Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she seeks out a secretive and horrifying procedure known as "The Substance". This creates a new version of herself portrayed by Margaret Qualley, leading to a steadily more parasitic dynamic among both women. Friday 17 October, the streaming service Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This suspenseful mystery stars Knightley as Laura, a skilled journalist who decides to take a break from reporting on world issues to embark on a luxury cruise alongside a terminally ill wealthy inheritor and donor, her partner, plus additional filthy rich individuals. Yet once an enigmatic female goes overboard one night and all passengers denies she ever existed, the reporter's sleuthing skills kick in. Available now, Netflix
This Supernatural Story
The acclaimed director challenges his creative boundaries through this clever paranormal narrative filmed completely from the viewpoint of a ghost. As a family featuring mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe settles into their fresh home, the camera – as the unseen entity – shadows their actions. The daughter appears conscious of the supernatural presence, and it looks like defensive toward her. Yet what is the reason? The premise is enjoyable that remains concise, with a twist you might not see coming. This Saturday, multiple showings, the Sky channel
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Cage wholeheartedly adopts his unique fame in this self-referential adventure. He acts as an egotistical film star playing himself who takes on a million-dollar gig to attend a birthday party on the Spanish island for the wealthy Javi Gutierrez. Hired by the CIA to spy on the potential kingpin, his unconventional method comes in handy. This Saturday, evening, on Channel 4
The Black Phone
The director's locked-room horror remains effective without requiring a sequel. Set in 1978 Denver, a series of disappearances has made the local kids anxious. Once Finney is taken by the kidnapper and held captive in a basement, he anticipates the worst. Yet the non-functional line mounted nearby keeps ringing, with eerie communicators offering help, and the intuitive nightmares of Gwen, his sister may be his salvation. A solid creepfest. This Saturday, late evening, on Film4
This Dramatic Portrait
In the battle between God and Mammon, the winner is obvious for Mammon in Showalter's delightfully tacky biopic of the disgraced televangelist and her criminal husband. The actor portrays the corrupt Bakker, who declares at the beginning, claiming divine approval for wealth. The couple begin monetising the people's religious faith. It's an extravaganza of poor styling, excessive cosmetics and insincerity, though Chastain succeeds to show the character as a sympathetic figure. Tuesday 14 October, late night, on Film4
This Espionage Thriller
The current week's another release from Steven Soderbergh delivers a intelligence thriller as precise like the turtlenecks worn by the actor's British agent. He is tasked with uncovering a traitor inside the organization from five suspects – one of whom is his spouse. Both actors are experts of deadpan cool, leading to a delightful psychological game of deception or honesty unfolds. The supporting cast take part the intelligent intelligence fun. Friday 17 October, multiple time slots, the Sky channel
