Pick of the Week
This Satirical Thriller
Coralie Fargeat's unflinching commentary addresses the tyranny of female beauty as well as the feared consequences of growing older. The veteran actress offers a masterful portrayal playing Elisabeth, a 50-year-old actress reduced to starring in a fitness program on the small screen. Pushed out by her slimy boss Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she seeks out a secretive and gruesome procedure titled the Substance. This produces a youthful duplicate called Sue, leading to a steadily more vampiric relationship among both women. Friday 17 October, Paramount Plus
The Woman in Cabin 10
This Agatha Christie-esque mystery stars Keira Knightley as Laura, a top-notch writer who opts for a hiatus from covering world issues to embark on a high-end voyage accompanied by a terminally ill Norwegian shipping heiress and donor, her spouse, as well as other affluent individuals. But after an unknown lady disappears from the ship during the evening and everyone claims she was never there, her journalistic curiosity kick in. Available now, the Netflix platform
This Supernatural Story
Steven Soderbergh pushes his film-making abilities with this nifty paranormal narrative filmed completely from the viewpoint of the phantom. As a family featuring mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe occupies their recent residence, the filming device – representing the ghost – shadows their actions. The teen shows signs of conscious of the supernatural presence, and it looks like guarding her. However, the motive remains? The premise is enjoyable that avoids overstaying, featuring a surprise that could catch you off guard. October 11th, multiple showings, the Sky channel
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Nicolas Cage embraces his eccentric image in this meta comedy caper. He plays a self-obsessed Hollywood actor playing himself who accepts a million-dollar gig to visit a festive event on the Spanish island for the wealthy superfan Javi. Recruited by the intelligence agency to investigate the suspected cartel boss, his unconventional method comes in handy. October 11th, 9pm, on Channel 4
The Black Phone
Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller holds up well even without a follow-up. Set in the late 70s in Denver, multiple kidnappings has left the local kids on edge. Once Finney gets captured by the villain and locked up in a basement, he anticipates the worst. However, the disconnected phone mounted nearby keeps ringing, with eerie communicators giving advice, while the prescient dreams of his sister Gwen might rescue him. A solid creepfest. October 11th, 10.50pm, the Film4 channel
This Dramatic Portrait
In the conflict between spirituality and money, it's a knockout win for Mammon in Michael Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top true story regarding the shamed TV preacher and her criminal husband. Garfield plays the corrupt Bakker, who states early on, asserting religious justification for riches. The couple set about capitalizing on the American public's religious faith. It's an extravaganza of tacky decor, excessive cosmetics and hypocrisy, however Chastain achieves to present Tammy Faye with compassion. Next Tuesday, 1.15am, Film4
Black Bag
This period's another release from Steven Soderbergh is a intelligence thriller as sharp like the turtlenecks sported by Michael Fassbender's intelligence officer. His assignment is with uncovering a mole inside the organization from a group of five – including is his spouse. Each performer are masters of understated style, leading to a delightful psychological game of truth or lie takes place. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela participate the clever spy entertainment. This Friday, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
