Pick of the Week
The Substance
Director Coralie Fargeat's bold critique examines the tyranny of women's appearance along with the dreaded aspects of ageing. Hollywood star Demi Moore offers a brilliant acting turn playing Elisabeth, a 50-year-old film star demoted to starring in a workout series on the small screen. Edged out thanks to her slimy boss Harvey, she seeks out a mysterious and horrifying procedure called "The Substance". This produces a youthful duplicate portrayed by Margaret Qualley, resulting in a progressively toxic connection among both women. Friday 17 October, Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This classic whodunit thriller features Keira Knightley as Laura, a top-notch writer who takes a break from covering global conflict to join a luxury cruise accompanied by a gravely sick Scandinavian billionaire and charitable figure, her husband, and other filthy rich guests. However when a mysterious woman disappears from the ship one night and everyone denies she ever existed, her journalistic curiosity awaken. Available now, on Netflix
This Supernatural Story
The acclaimed director tests his directorial skills through this nifty ghostly tale shot entirely through the eyes of a ghost. When a household featuring mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe moves into their fresh home, the camera – AKA the Presence – tracks their movements. The daughter appears aware of the poltergeist, and it looks like defensive toward her. However, the motive remains? It's a fun idea that remains concise, with a twist that may be unexpected. October 11th, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, Sky Cinema
This Self-Referential Film
The iconic actor wholeheartedly adopts his cult stardom via this autobiographical spoof. He portrays a self-obsessed Hollywood actor named Nicolas Cage who accepts a lucrative offer to visit a festive event in Mallorca for the wealthy superfan Javi. Recruited by government spies to gather intel on the potential kingpin, the actor's unique performing skills comes in handy. Saturday 11 October, evening, Channel 4
The Black Phone
Derrickson's contained scarefest remains effective despite the lack of a follow-up. Set in 1978 Denver, multiple child abductions has left the children on edge. Once Finney is taken by the villain and held captive in a cellar, he dreads the worst. Yet the non-functional line mounted nearby keeps ringing, with eerie communicators giving advice, as the intuitive nightmares of Gwen, his sister might rescue him. A solid creepfest. Saturday 11 October, 10.50pm, the Film4 channel
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the battle between faith and wealth, the winner is obvious for greed in this director's wonderfully garish true story of the disgraced TV preacher and her felon spouse. The actor acts as the corrupt Bakker, who proclaims at the beginning, asserting religious justification for riches. Both individuals begin capitalizing on the nation's religious faith. It's an extravaganza of bad interior design, excessive cosmetics and bad faith, though the lead actress manages to show the character in a likable light. Tuesday 14 October, early morning, Film4
This Espionage Thriller
This period's another release by the same director delivers a intelligence thriller as sharp as the polo necks used by Fassbender's British agent. He is tasked to identify a mole among the team out of five possibilities – among them is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. Both actors are experts of calm composure, resulting in an engaging psychological game of fact versus fiction takes place. Additional actors take part the smart espionage amusement. October 17th, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
