Pick of the Week
This Satirical Thriller
Coralie Fargeat's unflinching critique addresses the demanding standards for women's appearance and the perceived horrors of ageing. Hollywood star Demi Moore presents a masterful portrayal playing Elisabeth, a mature celebrity demoted to presenting a fitness program on TV. Forced aside by her slimy boss her manager Harvey, she turns to a secretive and gruesome process titled the Substance. This produces a youthful duplicate named Sue, culminating in a progressively toxic connection between them. Friday 17 October, Paramount Plus
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This Agatha Christie-esque mystery features the talented actress as Laura, a top-notch writer who takes a hiatus from covering world issues to board a luxury cruise accompanied by a terminally ill Norwegian shipping heiress and donor, her spouse, and other affluent passengers. However when an unknown lady falls into the sea during the evening and everyone insists she wasn't real, the reporter's sleuthing skills kick in. Available now, Netflix
This Supernatural Story
Steven Soderbergh tests his creative boundaries in this innovative supernatural story shot entirely through the eyes of the phantom. After a clan featuring mother Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe occupies their recent residence, the filming device – AKA the Presence – shadows their actions. The teen shows signs of conscious of the ghostly being, and it seems defensive toward her. However, the motive remains? The premise is enjoyable that remains concise, including a revelation that could catch you off guard. October 11th, multiple showings, Sky Cinema
This Self-Referential Film
Nicolas Cage wholeheartedly adopts his unique fame via this self-referential adventure. He portrays an egotistical Hollywood actor playing himself who agrees to a lucrative offer to visit a festive event in Mallorca for the wealthy Javi Gutierrez. Recruited by the CIA to investigate the potential kingpin, his unique performing skills comes in handy. October 11th, 9pm, on Channel 4
The Black Phone Horror
The director's contained scarefest stands strong even without a sequel. Set in 1978 Denver, several kidnappings has rendered the children on edge. Once Finney is kidnapped by the villain and imprisoned in a cellar, he anticipates a terrible outcome. But the disconnected phone mounted nearby keeps ringing, with eerie communicators offering help, and the prescient dreams of his sister Gwen might rescue him. An effective horror. October 11th, nighttime, the Film4 channel
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the conflict between spirituality and money, the winner is obvious for greed in this director's brilliantly over-the-top true story about the fallen TV preacher and her felon spouse. Andrew Garfield plays the greedy Jim, who declares initially, asserting religious justification for riches. Both individuals set about monetising the nation's religious faith. It's an extravaganza of poor styling, bad makeup and hypocrisy, yet Chastain succeeds to depict the character as a sympathetic figure. Next Tuesday, 1.15am, the Film4 channel
This Espionage Thriller
This period's additional entry from the filmmaker is a spy mystery as precise similar to the collars worn by Fassbender's British agent. He receives a mission to identify a traitor within their ranks from five suspects – including is his spouse. Both actors excel of calm composure, resulting in an engaging mind game of truth or lie takes place. The supporting cast take part the smart espionage amusement. October 17th, multiple time slots, Sky Cinema Premiere
