Pick of the Week
This Satirical Thriller
Director Coralie Fargeat's bold critique examines the oppressive nature of female beauty as well as the dreaded aspects of advancing years. Demi Moore delivers a brilliant acting turn in the role of Elisabeth, a mature celebrity forced into starring in an aerobics show on the small screen. Forced aside due to her slimy boss Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she seeks out a secretive and horrifying procedure known as the Substance. This generates a younger clone portrayed by Margaret Qualley, leading to an increasingly parasitic dynamic between the two. October 17th, Paramount Plus
The Woman in Cabin 10
This suspenseful thriller includes Knightley playing Laura, an ace reporter who takes a break from writing about world issues to embark on an opulent ship with a gravely sick wealthy inheritor and charitable figure, her husband, and other extremely wealthy individuals. Yet once an enigmatic female goes overboard one night and all passengers insists she wasn't real, her journalistic curiosity take over. Available now, on Netflix
Presence
Soderbergh challenges his creative boundaries through this innovative supernatural story shot entirely from the viewpoint of a ghost. After a clan featuring mother Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe settles into their recent residence, the lens – as the unseen entity – follows them around. The teen shows signs of sensing the supernatural presence, and it seems defensive toward her. But why? It's a fun idea that doesn't outstay its welcome, featuring a surprise you might not see coming. Saturday 11 October, multiple showings, Sky Cinema Premiere
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Nicolas Cage wholeheartedly adopts his unique fame via this autobiographical spoof. He acts as an egotistical Hollywood actor playing himself who accepts a $1m payday to visit a festive event on the Spanish island for the wealthy Javi Gutierrez. Recruited by the intelligence agency to spy on the suspected cartel boss, Cage's unconventional method proves useful. Saturday 11 October, 9pm, Channel 4
The Black Phone Horror
Derrickson's contained scarefest holds up well even without a sequel. Set in 1970s Colorado, multiple disappearances has rendered the youth anxious. When Finney is taken by the kidnapper and held captive in a dungeon, he dreads the worst. Yet the non-functional line mounted nearby continues to ring, with ghostly voices offering help, while the prophetic visions from his sibling Gwen might rescue him. An effective horror. This Saturday, 10.50pm, the Film4 channel
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the struggle between faith and wealth, the victory is clear for Mammon in this director's wonderfully garish film adaptation of the disgraced TV preacher plus her lawbreaking partner. Garfield portrays the corrupt Bakker, who proclaims early on, “God does not want us to be poor,”. The couple commence monetising the people's spiritual convictions. It's an extravaganza of tacky decor, overdone appearance and bad faith, however Chastain manages to show the real-life figure in a likable light. October 14th, early morning, on Film4
Black Bag
This week's another release from Steven Soderbergh delivers a espionage tale as tight as the polo necks sported by Michael Fassbender's British agent. He is tasked with uncovering a double agent within their ranks from five suspects – among them is his own wife. Each performer are masters of understated style, so a delicious mental battle of deception or honesty takes place. Additional actors participate the smart espionage amusement. This Friday, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
