Pick of the Week
The Substance
The filmmaker's bold critique tackles the oppressive nature of women's appearance and the feared consequences of ageing. Hollywood star Demi Moore presents a masterful portrayal in the role of Elisabeth, a mature film star reduced to hosting a workout series on TV. Forced aside by her deceitful superior Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she undergoes a secretive and gruesome procedure known as the Substance. This creates a younger clone portrayed by Margaret Qualley, resulting in an increasingly parasitic dynamic between them. This Friday, Paramount Plus
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This Agatha Christie-esque story stars the talented actress playing Laura, an ace reporter who decides to take some time off from writing about international wars to join a luxury cruise alongside a terminally ill wealthy inheritor and charitable figure, her partner, as well as other extremely wealthy passengers. However when an enigmatic female goes overboard during the evening and all passengers denies she ever existed, the reporter's sleuthing skills kick in. Out now, the Netflix platform
Presence Film
The acclaimed director tests his directorial skills in this nifty supernatural story captured wholly through the eyes of the phantom. As a family including mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe moves into their recent residence, the lens – representing the ghost – shadows their actions. The teen shows signs of conscious of the poltergeist, and it seems guarding her. But why? The premise is enjoyable that remains concise, with a twist that could catch you off guard. This Saturday, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, Sky Cinema
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
The iconic actor wholeheartedly adopts his unique fame in this meta comedy caper. He portrays an egotistical film star named Nicolas Cage who takes on a lucrative offer to visit a festive event on the Spanish island for billionaire Javi Gutierrez. Hired by government spies to investigate the suspected cartel boss, the actor's unique performing skills proves useful. Saturday 11 October, evening, Channel 4
This Creepy Thriller
Scott Derrickson's locked-room horror holds up well despite the lack of a sequel. Taking place in 1978 Denver, multiple child abductions has made the local kids on edge. Once Finney is kidnapped by the kidnapper and imprisoned in a basement, he dreads a terrible outcome. However, the old telephone in the room keeps ringing, with eerie communicators providing assistance, as the prescient dreams of his sister Gwen could save him. An effective horror. Saturday 11 October, late evening, Film4
This Dramatic Portrait
In the conflict between God and Mammon, it's a knockout win for Mammon in Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top biopic regarding the shamed religious broadcaster and her felon spouse. The actor acts as the corrupt Bakker, who declares at the beginning, claiming divine approval for wealth. Both individuals set about monetising the American public's Christian beliefs. It's a spectacle of poor styling, bad makeup and bad faith, though Jessica Chastain succeeds to show the real-life figure in a likable light. Tuesday 14 October, early morning, the Film4 channel
The Spy Mystery
This period's second offering from the filmmaker is a espionage tale as precise as the polo necks worn by the actor's UK spy. He receives a mission to identify a traitor among the team out of five possibilities – one of whom is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. Each performer are experts of understated style, leading to a delightful mental battle of truth or lie develops. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela participate the clever spy entertainment. This Friday, various showings, the Sky channel
