Pick of the Week
The Substance
Coralie Fargeat's daring commentary examines the tyranny of female beauty and the dreaded aspects of advancing years. Hollywood star Demi Moore presents an inspired portrayal as Elisabeth, an aging celebrity demoted to presenting a workout series on TV. Pushed out thanks to her unscrupulous employer Harvey, she turns to a mysterious and terrifying process titled "The Substance". This produces a younger clone called Sue, resulting in an increasingly vampiric relationship between them. This Friday, Paramount Plus
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This classic whodunit mystery features the talented actress playing Laura, a top-notch writer who decides to take a break from reporting on global conflict to board a high-end voyage alongside a terminally ill Scandinavian billionaire and charitable figure, her partner, and other affluent individuals. But after a mysterious woman falls into the sea during the evening and everyone denies she ever existed, Laura's investigative instincts take over. Available now, the Netflix platform
This Supernatural Story
Steven Soderbergh tests his creative boundaries with this clever supernatural story captured wholly from the perspective of the phantom. As a family including mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe moves into their new suburban house, the filming device – as the unseen entity – shadows their actions. Chloe seems aware of the supernatural presence, and the entity appears guarding her. Yet what is the reason? The premise is enjoyable that doesn't outstay its welcome, featuring a surprise that could catch you off guard. Saturday 11 October, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, Sky Cinema
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Nicolas Cage embraces his eccentric image in this self-referential adventure. He portrays an egotistical Hollywood actor named Nicolas Cage who accepts a $1m payday to visit a festive event at a Mediterranean location for billionaire Javi Gutierrez. Hired by government spies to gather intel on the suspected cartel boss, his unconventional method comes in handy. This Saturday, 9pm, Channel 4
The Black Phone
Scott Derrickson's locked-room horror stands strong despite the lack of a sequel. Located in 1970s Colorado, a series of disappearances has rendered the youth anxious. When Finney is kidnapped by the kidnapper and held captive in a cellar, he fears the worst. However, the old telephone in the room repeatedly calls, with eerie communicators providing assistance, and the prescient dreams of his sister Gwen might rescue him. A genuinely scary movie. October 11th, late evening, Film4
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the struggle between faith and wealth, it's a knockout win for Mammon in this director's wonderfully garish true story regarding the shamed religious broadcaster plus her lawbreaking partner. The actor portrays the venal Jim, who declares at the beginning, claiming divine approval for wealth. He and Tammy Faye commence monetising the nation's Christian beliefs. It's a spectacle of tacky decor, excessive cosmetics and hypocrisy, though Chastain achieves to depict the character in a likable light. October 14th, early morning, on Film4
Black Bag
This week's additional entry by the same director delivers a spy mystery as precise similar to the collars used by Fassbender's intelligence officer. He is tasked to discover a traitor within their ranks from a group of five – including is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. The two stars are experts of deadpan cool, so a delicious mind game of deception or honesty develops. The supporting cast join in the smart espionage amusement. October 17th, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema
