Pick of the Week
This Satirical Thriller
Coralie Fargeat's unflinching critique addresses the demanding standards for feminine aesthetics as well as the feared consequences of ageing. Demi Moore delivers a brilliant acting turn as Elisabeth, a mature celebrity reduced to starring in a workout series on the small screen. Pushed out due to her slimy boss her manager Harvey, she seeks out an enigmatic and horrifying procedure known as "The Substance". This produces a younger clone named Sue, leading to an increasingly vampiric relationship between the two. Friday 17 October, Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This suspenseful mystery stars Knightley in the role of Laura, an ace reporter who opts for a hiatus from covering international wars to board a high-end voyage with a terminally ill wealthy inheritor and philanthropist, her partner, as well as other extremely wealthy passengers. However when an enigmatic female disappears from the ship one night and the entire crew insists she wasn't real, the reporter's sleuthing skills awaken. Available now, Netflix
This Supernatural Story
The acclaimed director tests his directorial skills in this innovative supernatural story captured wholly from the viewpoint of the spirit. After a clan featuring mother Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe occupies their recent residence, the filming device – representing the ghost – tracks their movements. Chloe seems aware of the ghostly being, and it seems guarding her. However, the motive remains? This is an entertaining concept that doesn't outstay its welcome, featuring a surprise that may be unexpected. Saturday 11 October, multiple showings, the Sky channel
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
Cage fully commits to his eccentric image in this meta comedy caper. He plays an egotistical celebrity named Nicolas Cage who takes on a million-dollar gig to visit a birthday party in Mallorca for the wealthy superfan Javi. Recruited by the CIA to spy on the alleged criminal, Cage's “nouveau shamanic acting ability” comes in handy. This Saturday, evening, on Channel 4
The Black Phone Horror
Derrickson's locked-room horror stands strong despite the lack of a follow-up. Set in the late 70s in Denver, several child abductions has left the local kids frightened. After Finney is taken by the villain and imprisoned in a dungeon, he anticipates a fatal end. Yet the non-functional line in the room continues to ring, with ghostly voices providing assistance, and the prophetic visions of Gwen, his sister might rescue him. An effective horror. Saturday 11 October, 10.50pm, the Film4 channel
This Dramatic Portrait
In the conflict between God and Mammon, the victory is clear for materialism in this director's delightfully tacky true story about the fallen televangelist and her criminal husband. Andrew Garfield acts as the greedy Jim, who states early on, asserting religious justification for riches. The couple begin capitalizing on the people's Christian beliefs. It's a riot of tacky decor, overdone appearance and hypocrisy, yet Chastain succeeds to depict the real-life figure in a likable light. October 14th, early morning, Film4
Black Bag
The current week's additional entry from Steven Soderbergh presents a spy mystery as precise like the turtlenecks sported by Fassbender's British agent. He receives a mission to identify a mole inside the organization out of five possibilities – one of whom is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. Each performer excel of deadpan cool, leading to a delightful mind game of deception or honesty takes place. Additional actors join in the smart espionage amusement. October 17th, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
