Pick of the Week
The Substance Film
Coralie Fargeat's daring commentary tackles the oppressive nature of female beauty along with the dreaded aspects of advancing years. Hollywood star Demi Moore offers an inspired performance playing Elisabeth, an aging celebrity demoted to hosting an aerobics show on TV. Forced aside by her slimy boss Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she undergoes an enigmatic and terrifying procedure known as this experimental method. This creates a new version of herself portrayed by Margaret Qualley, culminating in a progressively parasitic dynamic between the two. Friday 17 October, the streaming service Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This suspenseful mystery stars the talented actress playing Laura, a top-notch writer who takes a break from reporting on world issues to join an opulent ship accompanied by a terminally ill Scandinavian billionaire and charitable figure, her spouse, as well as other affluent guests. However when a mysterious woman goes overboard during the evening and all passengers insists she wasn't real, the reporter's sleuthing skills awaken. Out now, Netflix
This Supernatural Story
The acclaimed director tests his directorial skills with this nifty ghostly tale shot entirely from the perspective of the spirit. As a family including mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe moves into their fresh home, the lens – representing the ghost – shadows their actions. Chloe seems conscious of the poltergeist, and it seems guarding her. However, the motive remains? It's a fun idea that doesn't outstay its welcome, including a revelation that could catch you off guard. This Saturday, afternoon and evening times, Sky Cinema
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Nicolas Cage wholeheartedly adopts his unique fame via this autobiographical spoof. He portrays a narcissistic celebrity playing himself who accepts a $1m payday to appear at a celebration on the Spanish island for the wealthy superfan Javi. Contacted by the intelligence agency to investigate the alleged criminal, Cage's “nouveau shamanic acting ability” is put to the test. Saturday 11 October, prime time, Channel 4
The Black Phone
The director's contained scarefest holds up well despite the lack of a sequel. Set in 1978 Denver, a series of kidnappings has made the youth on edge. When Finney is kidnapped by “the Grabber” and held captive in a dungeon, he dreads a terrible outcome. Yet the non-functional line on the wall repeatedly calls, with spooky callers offering help, while the prescient dreams from his sibling Gwen could save him. An effective horror. This Saturday, nighttime, Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the struggle between God and Mammon, it's a knockout win for greed in Michael Showalter's wonderfully garish film adaptation of the disgraced televangelist and her felon spouse. The actor plays the corrupt Bakker, who proclaims early on, “God does not want us to be poor,”. The couple set about capitalizing on the American public's spiritual convictions. It's an extravaganza of bad interior design, overdone appearance and hypocrisy, however the lead actress manages to show the real-life figure as a sympathetic figure. Tuesday 14 October, early morning, the Film4 channel
This Espionage Thriller
This week's another release by the same director is a espionage tale as tight similar to the collars used by the actor's intelligence officer. His assignment is with uncovering a traitor within their ranks from a group of five – one of whom is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. The two stars are masters of calm composure, so a delicious mental battle of truth or lie takes place. Additional actors take part the smart espionage amusement. This Friday, multiple time slots, Sky Cinema
