Pick of the Week
This Satirical Thriller
Coralie Fargeat's bold satire examines the demanding standards for feminine aesthetics along with the dreaded aspects of ageing. Demi Moore offers a brilliant acting turn playing Elisabeth, a 50-year-old film star demoted to hosting an aerobics show on television. Pushed out by her slimy boss Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she turns to a mysterious and horrifying procedure called "The Substance". This creates a youthful duplicate named Sue, resulting in a progressively parasitic dynamic among both women. Friday 17 October, Paramount Plus
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This classic whodunit story includes Keira Knightley in the role of Laura, a skilled journalist who opts for some time off from reporting on world issues to board a high-end voyage alongside an ailing Norwegian shipping heiress and charitable figure, her spouse, and other filthy rich passengers. Yet once a mysterious woman goes overboard one night and all passengers claims she was never there, Laura's investigative instincts awaken. Available now, the Netflix platform
This Supernatural Story
Soderbergh tests his film-making abilities through this nifty paranormal narrative captured wholly through the eyes of the phantom. As a family featuring mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe moves into their fresh home, the lens – representing the ghost – follows them around. Chloe seems conscious of the poltergeist, and it seems protective of her. Yet what is the reason? The premise is enjoyable that avoids overstaying, featuring a surprise that may be unexpected. October 11th, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, the Sky channel
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
Cage fully commits to his eccentric image through this self-referential adventure. He plays a self-obsessed celebrity playing himself who takes on a $1m payday to attend a festive event on the Spanish island for the rich superfan Javi. Recruited by the CIA to gather intel on the suspected cartel boss, his unique performing skills comes in handy. Saturday 11 October, prime time, the Channel 4 network
The Black Phone Horror
Scott Derrickson's locked-room horror remains effective without requiring a continuation. Taking place in 1978 Denver, a series of kidnappings has made the local kids frightened. After Finney gets captured by the kidnapper and locked up in a dungeon, he dreads the worst. Yet the non-functional line on the wall repeatedly calls, with spooky callers giving advice, as the prescient dreams from his sibling Gwen could save him. A solid creepfest. October 11th, late evening, Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the struggle between spirituality and money, the victory is clear for materialism in Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top biopic about the fallen religious broadcaster and her felon spouse. The actor acts as the corrupt Bakker, who proclaims at the beginning, “God does not want us to be poor,”. Both individuals set about capitalizing on the American public's Christian beliefs. It's a riot of poor styling, overdone appearance and bad faith, however Jessica Chastain manages to present the character in a likable light. October 14th, 1.15am, Film4
Black Bag
This period's additional entry from Steven Soderbergh presents a intelligence thriller as sharp like the turtlenecks sported by Fassbender's British agent. He receives a mission to discover a traitor within their ranks out of five possibilities – including is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. Each performer are masters of calm composure, so a delicious mind game of deception or honesty unfolds. Additional actors take part the clever spy entertainment. This Friday, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema
