Pick of the Week
This Satirical Thriller
Coralie Fargeat's unflinching commentary examines the tyranny of women's appearance along with the feared consequences of ageing. Hollywood star Demi Moore presents a brilliant portrayal in the role of Elisabeth, a 50-year-old celebrity demoted to starring in a workout series on TV. Edged out due to her deceitful superior Harvey, she undergoes a secretive and terrifying treatment titled the Substance. This generates a new version of herself portrayed by Margaret Qualley, resulting in a progressively parasitic dynamic between the two. Friday 17 October, Paramount Plus
The Woman in Cabin 10
This suspenseful thriller includes the talented actress as Laura, an ace reporter who takes some time off from writing about global conflict to join a high-end voyage accompanied by a gravely sick Scandinavian billionaire and donor, her spouse, plus additional affluent guests. But after an unknown lady disappears from the ship overnight and all passengers insists she wasn't real, the reporter's sleuthing skills kick in. Available now, on Netflix
This Supernatural Story
Soderbergh challenges his creative boundaries with this innovative supernatural story captured wholly from the viewpoint of the spirit. When a household featuring mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe settles into their recent residence, the camera – representing the ghost – tracks their movements. Chloe seems conscious of the supernatural presence, and it seems protective of her. However, the motive remains? The premise is enjoyable that remains concise, including a revelation that could catch you off guard. Saturday 11 October, afternoon and evening times, Sky Cinema
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
The iconic actor fully commits to his eccentric image through this meta comedy caper. He portrays a self-obsessed Hollywood actor playing himself who takes on a million-dollar gig to appear at a celebration on the Spanish island for the rich Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Hired by the CIA to spy on the alleged criminal, the actor's unconventional method is put to the test. This Saturday, evening, Channel 4
This Creepy Thriller
The director's locked-room horror stands strong despite the lack of a sequel. Set in 1978 Denver, a series of child abductions has made the youth frightened. After Finney is taken by “the Grabber” and locked up in a cellar, he dreads a terrible outcome. However, the non-functional line in the room keeps ringing, with spooky callers giving advice, and the prophetic visions of Gwen, his sister may be his salvation. A solid creepfest. Saturday 11 October, late evening, on Film4
This Dramatic Portrait
In the battle between God and Mammon, it's a knockout win for greed in Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top film adaptation of the disgraced TV preacher and her criminal husband. Andrew Garfield acts as the corrupt Bakker, who declares at the beginning, asserting religious justification for riches. He and Tammy Faye set about capitalizing on the people's Christian beliefs. It's a riot of tacky decor, bad makeup and insincerity, yet Jessica Chastain achieves to present the real-life figure in a likable light. October 14th, late night, on Film4
The Spy Mystery
The current week's second offering from Steven Soderbergh delivers a espionage tale as sharp like the turtlenecks sported by Fassbender's British agent. He receives a mission to identify a double agent among the team from five suspects – among them is his own wife. Each performer are masters of understated style, resulting in an engaging mental battle of deception or honesty develops. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela join in the intelligent intelligence fun. October 17th, multiple time slots, the Sky channel
