Pick of the Week
The Substance Film
Director Coralie Fargeat's unflinching satire addresses the oppressive nature of women's appearance as well as the feared consequences of ageing. Hollywood star Demi Moore presents a masterful portrayal as Elisabeth, a mature actress reduced to starring in a workout series on TV. Pushed out by her slimy boss her manager Harvey, she turns to a mysterious and terrifying treatment known as this experimental method. This generates a youthful duplicate named Sue, resulting in a steadily more vampiric relationship between the two. Friday 17 October, Paramount Plus
The Woman in Cabin 10
This Agatha Christie-esque story features the talented actress playing Laura, a top-notch writer who takes a hiatus from reporting on global conflict to board a high-end voyage accompanied by an ailing wealthy inheritor and donor, her husband, and other extremely wealthy guests. But after a mysterious woman falls into the sea one night and the entire crew insists she wasn't real, her journalistic curiosity kick in. Out now, the Netflix platform
Presence Film
Steven Soderbergh tests his film-making abilities through this nifty ghostly tale captured wholly from the perspective of the spirit. After a clan including mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe settles into their new suburban house, the lens – as the unseen entity – follows them around. Chloe seems sensing the poltergeist, and it looks like protective of her. But why? The premise is enjoyable that remains concise, featuring a surprise that could catch you off guard. This Saturday, multiple showings, Sky Cinema Premiere
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Cage wholeheartedly adopts his cult stardom through this autobiographical spoof. He acts as a self-obsessed film star named Nicolas Cage who agrees to a million-dollar gig to attend a festive event in Mallorca for billionaire Javi Gutierrez. Contacted by government spies to gather intel on the suspected cartel boss, the actor's unconventional method comes in handy. October 11th, evening, the Channel 4 network
The Black Phone Horror
Derrickson's contained scarefest stands strong despite the lack of a follow-up. Taking place in 1970s Colorado, several kidnappings has left the local kids anxious. When Finney is kidnapped by “the Grabber” and held captive in a cellar, he anticipates a terrible outcome. However, the old telephone on the wall continues to ring, with eerie communicators offering help, while the prophetic visions from his sibling Gwen might rescue him. A solid creepfest. This Saturday, nighttime, on Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the battle between God and Mammon, the victory is clear for greed in Michael Showalter's delightfully tacky true story of the disgraced televangelist and her felon spouse. The actor plays the greedy Jim, who proclaims early on, claiming divine approval for wealth. The couple set about capitalizing on the American public's religious faith. It's an extravaganza of tacky decor, bad makeup and insincerity, though the lead actress manages to depict Tammy Faye as a sympathetic figure. Next Tuesday, early morning, on Film4
Black Bag
This period's additional entry from Steven Soderbergh presents a spy mystery as precise similar to the collars used by Fassbender's intelligence officer. He receives a mission with uncovering a mole inside the organization from a group of five – one of whom is his own wife. Each performer are masters of calm composure, leading to a delightful psychological game of truth or lie takes place. The supporting cast join in the intelligent intelligence fun. This Friday, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema
