Pick of the Week
This Satirical Thriller
The filmmaker's daring satire examines the demanding standards for feminine aesthetics along with the dreaded aspects of ageing. Demi Moore delivers a brilliant portrayal as Elisabeth, an aging film star forced into starring in a workout series on the small screen. Edged out thanks to her slimy boss Harvey, she seeks out a mysterious and horrifying process titled the Substance. This produces a younger clone called Sue, culminating in a progressively vampiric relationship between the two. Friday 17 October, Paramount Plus
This Mystery Thriller
This classic whodunit mystery includes the talented actress in the role of Laura, a top-notch writer who decides to take a break from writing about world issues to board an opulent ship with an ailing Scandinavian billionaire and philanthropist, her husband, as well as other extremely wealthy passengers. However when a mysterious woman goes overboard during the evening and everyone insists she wasn't real, the reporter's sleuthing skills take over. Streaming currently, Netflix
Presence Film
Soderbergh tests his film-making abilities through this innovative paranormal narrative shot entirely from the viewpoint of the phantom. When a household including mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe occupies their new suburban house, the camera – AKA the Presence – tracks their movements. The teen shows signs of conscious of the ghostly being, and it seems defensive toward her. However, the motive remains? This is an entertaining concept that remains concise, including a revelation that could catch you off guard. Saturday 11 October, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, the Sky channel
This Self-Referential Film
Cage wholeheartedly adopts his cult stardom via this autobiographical spoof. He plays an egotistical celebrity called Nicolas Cage who takes on a $1m payday to attend a celebration in Mallorca for the wealthy Javi Gutierrez. Contacted by the CIA to gather intel on the alleged criminal, his unique performing skills proves useful. October 11th, evening, the Channel 4 network
This Creepy Thriller
The director's locked-room horror holds up well despite the lack of a sequel. Located in the late 70s in Denver, several kidnappings has left the local kids anxious. After Finney is taken by “the Grabber” and locked up in a dungeon, he fears a terrible outcome. But the old telephone mounted nearby continues to ring, with eerie communicators offering help, while the prescient dreams of Gwen, his sister may be his salvation. A solid creepfest. This Saturday, late evening, the Film4 channel
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the conflict between God and Mammon, the victory is clear for materialism in Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top film adaptation of the disgraced religious broadcaster and her felon spouse. The actor portrays the greedy Jim, who states initially, asserting religious justification for riches. Both individuals set about capitalizing on the nation's religious faith. It's a riot of poor styling, overdone appearance and hypocrisy, yet Jessica Chastain manages to present the real-life figure in a likable light. Tuesday 14 October, 1.15am, on Film4
Black Bag
This week's second offering by the same director presents a spy mystery as precise as the polo necks sported by the actor's British agent. His assignment is with uncovering a mole among the team out of five possibilities – among them is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. Each performer are experts of understated style, resulting in an engaging psychological game of fact versus fiction develops. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela take part the smart espionage amusement. Friday 17 October, multiple time slots, Sky Cinema
