Pick of the Week
This Satirical Thriller
The filmmaker's daring satire examines the demanding standards for feminine aesthetics along with the feared consequences of advancing years. The veteran actress offers an inspired acting turn as Elisabeth, a mature film star reduced to starring in a workout series on TV. Forced aside by her deceitful superior her manager Harvey, she turns to an enigmatic and horrifying process known as the Substance. This produces a new version of herself called Sue, culminating in a steadily more vampiric relationship between them. October 17th, Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This classic whodunit story features the talented actress playing Laura, a skilled journalist who decides to take some time off from covering world issues to embark on a high-end voyage with an ailing wealthy inheritor and donor, her partner, as well as other filthy rich individuals. But after a mysterious woman falls into the sea overnight and everyone insists she wasn't real, her journalistic curiosity awaken. Out now, Netflix
Presence
Soderbergh challenges his creative boundaries through this innovative paranormal narrative filmed completely through the eyes of a ghost. As a family featuring mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe settles into their recent residence, the camera – representing the ghost – shadows their actions. Chloe seems aware of the poltergeist, and it seems defensive toward her. But why? It's a fun idea that avoids overstaying, with a twist you might not see coming. Saturday 11 October, multiple showings, the Sky channel
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
Nicolas Cage fully commits to his eccentric image in this meta comedy caper. He acts as a narcissistic Hollywood actor playing himself who accepts a million-dollar gig to visit a festive event on the Spanish island for billionaire superfan Javi. Contacted by the intelligence agency to gather intel on the suspected cartel boss, the actor's unique performing skills is put to the test. October 11th, 9pm, Channel 4
The Black Phone
Scott Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller stands strong without requiring a follow-up. Taking place in 1970s Colorado, a series of disappearances has rendered the youth on edge. After Finney is kidnapped by the kidnapper and imprisoned in a cellar, he anticipates a fatal end. However, the non-functional line on the wall continues to ring, with ghostly voices giving advice, while the intuitive nightmares of Gwen, his sister may be his salvation. A genuinely scary movie. This Saturday, 10.50pm, on Film4
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the conflict between faith and wealth, the winner is obvious for greed in this director's delightfully tacky true story of the disgraced televangelist plus her lawbreaking partner. Andrew Garfield acts as the corrupt Bakker, who states at the beginning, asserting religious justification for riches. The couple commence monetising the American public's spiritual convictions. It's a riot of tacky decor, overdone appearance and bad faith, however Chastain achieves to present the character as a sympathetic figure. October 14th, 1.15am, the Film4 channel
The Spy Mystery
This period's another release by the same director presents a intelligence thriller as tight like the turtlenecks used by Michael Fassbender's British agent. His assignment is to identify a double agent among the team from a group of five – including is his own wife. Each performer are experts of calm composure, so a delicious mind game of truth or lie takes place. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela join in the smart espionage amusement. Friday 17 October, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, the Sky channel
