Pick of the Week
This Satirical Thriller
Coralie Fargeat's unflinching satire examines the tyranny of feminine aesthetics and the perceived horrors of ageing. Hollywood star Demi Moore presents a brilliant acting turn in the role of Elisabeth, a mature celebrity forced into starring in a fitness program on TV. Forced aside by her deceitful superior her manager Harvey, she undergoes an enigmatic and terrifying procedure called "The Substance". This creates a younger clone called Sue, leading to a steadily more toxic connection between the two. This Friday, the streaming service Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10
This Agatha Christie-esque story includes the talented actress as Laura, a top-notch writer who decides to take a break from writing about global conflict to embark on a high-end voyage with a terminally ill wealthy inheritor and charitable figure, her husband, as well as other filthy rich individuals. Yet once an enigmatic female goes overboard overnight and all passengers claims she was never there, the reporter's sleuthing skills take over. Out now, on Netflix
Presence
Steven Soderbergh tests his film-making abilities with this clever supernatural story filmed completely through the eyes of a ghost. After a clan including mother Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe settles into their new suburban house, the filming device – as the unseen entity – tracks their movements. The daughter appears conscious of the supernatural presence, and it seems guarding her. However, the motive remains? It's a fun idea that avoids overstaying, with a twist that could catch you off guard. October 11th, afternoon and evening times, Sky Cinema
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Nicolas Cage embraces his cult stardom via this autobiographical spoof. He plays an egotistical Hollywood actor playing himself who takes on a million-dollar gig to attend a festive event at a Mediterranean location for billionaire Javi Gutierrez. Contacted by government spies to gather intel on the suspected cartel boss, his “nouveau shamanic acting ability” is put to the test. October 11th, prime time, on Channel 4
This Creepy Thriller
Scott Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller remains effective even without a follow-up. Located in 1970s Colorado, multiple disappearances has made the local kids on edge. After Finney gets captured by the kidnapper and held captive in a dungeon, he dreads a fatal end. However, the non-functional line on the wall continues to ring, with ghostly voices providing assistance, as the intuitive nightmares of his sister Gwen may be his salvation. An effective horror. This Saturday, late evening, on Film4
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the battle between God and Mammon, the winner is obvious for materialism in Michael Showalter's delightfully tacky biopic regarding the shamed religious broadcaster and her criminal husband. The actor acts as the corrupt Bakker, who proclaims early on, asserting religious justification for riches. He and Tammy Faye set about capitalizing on the people's spiritual convictions. It's an extravaganza of poor styling, overdone appearance and hypocrisy, though Chastain succeeds to present the real-life figure as a sympathetic figure. Tuesday 14 October, late night, Film4
This Espionage Thriller
This period's additional entry from the filmmaker delivers a intelligence thriller as precise as the polo necks sported by the actor's intelligence officer. His assignment is to discover a mole within their ranks from a group of five – including is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. Each performer excel of understated style, so a delicious psychological game of fact versus fiction takes place. The supporting cast participate the clever spy entertainment. Friday 17 October, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema
