Pick of the Week
The Substance Film
Director Coralie Fargeat's unflinching satire examines the demanding standards for female beauty and the feared consequences of growing older. Hollywood star Demi Moore presents a masterful portrayal as Elisabeth, a mature film star reduced to hosting a workout series on the small screen. Pushed out due to her unscrupulous employer Harvey, she seeks out an enigmatic and horrifying procedure known as this experimental method. This produces a new version of herself portrayed by Margaret Qualley, culminating in a steadily more vampiric relationship between them. October 17th, Paramount Plus
This Mystery Thriller
This classic whodunit mystery includes the talented actress as Laura, a skilled journalist who opts for a hiatus from covering international wars to board an opulent ship accompanied by a gravely sick wealthy inheritor and philanthropist, her spouse, and other affluent guests. Yet once a mysterious woman goes overboard one night and everyone denies she ever existed, Laura's investigative instincts awaken. Out now, the Netflix platform
This Supernatural Story
Steven Soderbergh pushes his creative boundaries with this innovative ghostly tale shot entirely from the viewpoint of the phantom. As a family featuring mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe settles into their recent residence, the camera – representing the ghost – tracks their movements. The daughter appears aware of the supernatural presence, and it seems guarding her. Yet what is the reason? The premise is enjoyable that avoids overstaying, featuring a surprise that may be unexpected. Saturday 11 October, afternoon and evening times, Sky Cinema Premiere
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
Cage wholeheartedly adopts his eccentric image through this meta comedy caper. He acts as a self-obsessed film star playing himself who agrees to a million-dollar gig to attend a festive event in Mallorca for billionaire Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Hired by the intelligence agency to gather intel on the suspected cartel boss, the actor's unique performing skills proves useful. Saturday 11 October, 9pm, on Channel 4
This Creepy Thriller
The director's locked-room horror holds up well even without a continuation. Taking place in 1970s Colorado, several disappearances has made the youth on edge. After Finney is taken by the villain and imprisoned in a dungeon, he fears the worst. Yet the disconnected phone on the wall keeps ringing, with eerie communicators providing assistance, and the prophetic visions of Gwen, his sister may be his salvation. A solid creepfest. October 11th, 10.50pm, the Film4 channel
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the struggle between spirituality and money, the winner is obvious for materialism in this director's brilliantly over-the-top true story of the disgraced televangelist plus her lawbreaking partner. The actor portrays the venal Jim, who declares initially, asserting religious justification for riches. The couple begin capitalizing on the American public's spiritual convictions. It's a spectacle of tacky decor, overdone appearance and bad faith, however Jessica Chastain manages to show Tammy Faye as a sympathetic figure. Next Tuesday, 1.15am, on Film4
The Spy Mystery
The current week's second offering by the same director presents a espionage tale as tight similar to the collars worn by the actor's UK spy. He receives a mission to discover a traitor within their ranks from five suspects – including is his spouse. The two stars excel of understated style, so a delicious mental battle of fact versus fiction takes place. The supporting cast participate the smart espionage amusement. This Friday, multiple time slots, the Sky channel
