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Pick of the Week

This Satirical Thriller

Director Coralie Fargeat's daring satire examines the demanding standards for female beauty as well as the dreaded aspects of growing older. The veteran actress delivers a brilliant portrayal in the role of Elisabeth, a 50-year-old film star forced into hosting a workout series on TV. Pushed out thanks to her unscrupulous employer Harvey, she turns to a mysterious and horrifying process titled the Substance. This generates a new version of herself portrayed by Margaret Qualley, resulting in a progressively toxic connection between them. Friday 17 October, Paramount Plus

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The Woman in Cabin 10

This classic whodunit story stars Knightley as Laura, a top-notch writer who takes a break from writing about international wars to join a high-end voyage alongside a gravely sick wealthy inheritor and philanthropist, her husband, as well as other extremely wealthy individuals. But after an enigmatic female goes overboard during the evening and the entire crew denies she ever existed, Laura's investigative instincts kick in. Out now, the Netflix platform

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Presence Film

Steven Soderbergh pushes his directorial skills with this innovative paranormal narrative shot entirely from the perspective of the spirit. When a household featuring mother Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe moves into their fresh home, the lens – as the unseen entity – shadows their actions. The teen shows signs of aware of the poltergeist, and it seems guarding her. Yet what is the reason? This is an entertaining concept that remains concise, featuring a surprise that could catch you off guard. Saturday 11 October, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, Sky Cinema Premiere

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Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy

Cage fully commits to his eccentric image through this autobiographical spoof. He acts as a narcissistic film star called Nicolas Cage who accepts a lucrative offer to appear at a birthday party in Mallorca for billionaire Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Contacted by the intelligence agency to investigate the potential kingpin, the actor's unconventional method is put to the test. Saturday 11 October, 9pm, Channel 4

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This Creepy Thriller

Scott Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller holds up well even without a continuation. Located in the late 70s in Denver, multiple kidnappings has made the local kids on edge. Once Finney is taken by “the Grabber” and imprisoned in a cellar, he fears a fatal end. But the disconnected phone in the room continues to ring, with spooky callers providing assistance, and the prophetic visions of Gwen, his sister might rescue him. An effective horror. Saturday 11 October, late evening, on Film4

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This Dramatic Portrait

In the struggle between faith and wealth, the winner is obvious for Mammon in Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top biopic of the disgraced religious broadcaster plus her lawbreaking partner. Andrew Garfield portrays the corrupt Bakker, who declares at the beginning, asserting religious justification for riches. The couple begin capitalizing on the American public's religious faith. It's an extravaganza of bad interior design, excessive cosmetics and bad faith, yet Chastain manages to show the character in a likable light. Next Tuesday, late night, the Film4 channel

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Black Bag

This week's additional entry from Steven Soderbergh presents a espionage tale as tight like the turtlenecks used by the actor's intelligence officer. He is tasked to identify a double agent among the team from five suspects – among them is his spouse. Each performer are experts of calm composure, resulting in an engaging mental battle of truth or lie takes place. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela join in the clever spy entertainment. October 17th, various showings, Sky Cinema Premiere