Pick of the Week
The Substance Film
The filmmaker's unflinching satire examines the tyranny of feminine aesthetics along with the perceived horrors of advancing years. The veteran actress offers a masterful performance as Elisabeth, a 50-year-old actress forced into presenting a fitness program on television. Forced aside thanks to her deceitful superior Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she undergoes an enigmatic and terrifying process known as this experimental method. This creates a younger clone called Sue, leading to a steadily more toxic connection between them. Friday 17 October, Paramount Plus
The Woman in Cabin 10
This classic whodunit thriller includes Knightley playing Laura, a top-notch writer who decides to take a hiatus from covering world issues to join an opulent ship alongside a terminally ill wealthy inheritor and donor, her partner, and other extremely wealthy passengers. However when an unknown lady disappears from the ship overnight and all passengers insists she wasn't real, Laura's investigative instincts take over. Available now, Netflix
Presence
Soderbergh tests his creative boundaries with this innovative supernatural story shot entirely from the viewpoint of the spirit. As a family including mother Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe settles into their fresh home, the lens – as the unseen entity – follows them around. The teen shows signs of conscious of the ghostly being, and it looks like defensive toward her. Yet what is the reason? The premise is enjoyable that remains concise, with a twist that may be unexpected. This Saturday, multiple showings, Sky Cinema Premiere
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
Cage embraces his unique fame through this autobiographical spoof. He acts as a self-obsessed Hollywood actor called Nicolas Cage who agrees to a lucrative offer to appear at a birthday party in Mallorca for billionaire superfan Javi. Contacted by the CIA to gather intel on the potential kingpin, his unique performing skills proves useful. This Saturday, 9pm, on Channel 4
This Creepy Thriller
Derrickson's contained scarefest holds up well despite the lack of a continuation. Taking place in 1970s Colorado, multiple disappearances has left the local kids anxious. Once Finney is kidnapped by the kidnapper and held captive in a basement, he fears the worst. But the non-functional line in the room keeps ringing, with eerie communicators giving advice, and the prophetic visions of his sister Gwen may be his salvation. A genuinely scary movie. Saturday 11 October, late evening, the Film4 channel
This Dramatic Portrait
In the struggle between God and Mammon, the victory is clear for greed in Michael Showalter's delightfully tacky biopic regarding the shamed TV preacher and her felon spouse. Garfield acts as the venal Jim, who states at the beginning, “God does not want us to be poor,”. Both individuals commence profiting from the people's Christian beliefs. It's a riot of tacky decor, excessive cosmetics and hypocrisy, though Chastain manages to present Tammy Faye with compassion. Tuesday 14 October, late night, the Film4 channel
This Espionage Thriller
This week's second offering from the filmmaker delivers a spy mystery as sharp as the polo necks worn by Michael Fassbender's UK spy. He receives a mission to discover a traitor among the team out of five possibilities – among them is his own wife. The two stars excel of deadpan cool, leading to a delightful mental battle of deception or honesty unfolds. The supporting cast take part the smart espionage amusement. This Friday, various showings, Sky Cinema
