Pick of the Week
The Substance
Coralie Fargeat's bold satire addresses the oppressive nature of female beauty as well as the feared consequences of growing older. The veteran actress delivers a masterful performance as Elisabeth, a mature film star demoted to hosting a workout series on the small screen. Edged out due to her unscrupulous employer Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she undergoes a mysterious and horrifying treatment called the Substance. This generates a new version of herself called Sue, culminating in a progressively parasitic dynamic between them. Friday 17 October, Paramount Plus
This Mystery Thriller
This classic whodunit story features the talented actress playing Laura, a top-notch writer who decides to take some time off from writing about global conflict to join a luxury cruise alongside an ailing wealthy inheritor and philanthropist, her spouse, and other extremely wealthy individuals. However when an unknown lady falls into the sea one night and everyone insists she wasn't real, the reporter's sleuthing skills kick in. Available now, Netflix
This Supernatural Story
Soderbergh tests his film-making abilities with this innovative ghostly tale captured wholly from the perspective of the spirit. When a household with Lucy Liu as Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe moves into their fresh home, the filming device – representing the ghost – tracks their movements. The teen shows signs of sensing the ghostly being, and it seems protective of her. However, the motive remains? This is an entertaining concept that remains concise, with a twist that could catch you off guard. Saturday 11 October, afternoon and evening times, Sky Cinema
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Cage fully commits to his unique fame via this autobiographical spoof. He portrays an egotistical Hollywood actor called Nicolas Cage who agrees to a $1m payday to appear at a birthday party in Mallorca for billionaire Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Contacted by the CIA to gather intel on the suspected cartel boss, Cage's unique performing skills comes in handy. Saturday 11 October, 9pm, the Channel 4 network
The Black Phone Horror
Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller remains effective despite the lack of a continuation. Set in the late 70s in Denver, several child abductions has made the local kids anxious. After Finney is kidnapped by “the Grabber” and imprisoned in a dungeon, he anticipates the worst. But the old telephone mounted nearby continues to ring, with ghostly voices providing assistance, and the prescient dreams of Gwen, his sister might rescue him. A solid creepfest. Saturday 11 October, 10.50pm, Film4
This Dramatic Portrait
In the struggle between spirituality and money, it's a knockout win for materialism in Michael Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top film adaptation of the disgraced televangelist plus her lawbreaking partner. Garfield acts as the greedy Jim, who states early on, claiming divine approval for wealth. He and Tammy Faye set about capitalizing on the people's spiritual convictions. It's an extravaganza of poor styling, overdone appearance and insincerity, though the lead actress succeeds to present the character in a likable light. Tuesday 14 October, early morning, Film4
Black Bag
This period's additional entry by the same director is a intelligence thriller as tight like the turtlenecks sported by the actor's UK spy. He is tasked with uncovering a double agent among the team from five suspects – including is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. The two stars excel of calm composure, resulting in an engaging mental battle of truth or lie develops. Additional actors participate the intelligent intelligence fun. October 17th, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, the Sky channel
