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Pick of the Week

The Substance Film

Coralie Fargeat's bold critique tackles the demanding standards for women's appearance and the perceived horrors of advancing years. Demi Moore offers a brilliant acting turn in the role of Elisabeth, an aging actress reduced to presenting an aerobics show on the small screen. Edged out by her unscrupulous employer Harvey, she undergoes a mysterious and gruesome process called "The Substance". This creates a younger clone portrayed by Margaret Qualley, resulting in an increasingly toxic connection between them. October 17th, Paramount+

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This Mystery Thriller

This classic whodunit story stars Knightley in the role of Laura, an ace reporter who takes some time off from reporting on world issues to join a luxury cruise alongside an ailing Scandinavian billionaire and donor, her spouse, as well as other affluent guests. Yet once an unknown lady falls into the sea overnight and everyone denies she ever existed, the reporter's sleuthing skills kick in. Available now, Netflix

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This Supernatural Story

Steven Soderbergh pushes his directorial skills with this clever paranormal narrative filmed completely from the perspective of the phantom. After a clan featuring mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe settles into their new suburban house, the filming device – representing the ghost – shadows their actions. The teen shows signs of aware of the ghostly being, and it seems guarding her. But why? This is an entertaining concept that remains concise, including a revelation that could catch you off guard. Saturday 11 October, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, Sky Cinema

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The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent

Nicolas Cage wholeheartedly adopts his cult stardom through this self-referential adventure. He plays a narcissistic Hollywood actor playing himself who accepts a $1m payday to attend a festive event on the Spanish island for the wealthy superfan Javi. Recruited by government spies to spy on the suspected cartel boss, his unique performing skills comes in handy. This Saturday, 9pm, on Channel 4

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This Creepy Thriller

Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller remains effective without requiring a sequel. Located in the late 70s in Denver, a series of child abductions has made the youth frightened. After Finney is kidnapped by “the Grabber” and held captive in a cellar, he anticipates a fatal end. But the old telephone in the room repeatedly calls, with spooky callers providing assistance, and the prescient dreams from his sibling Gwen could save him. A genuinely scary movie. October 11th, nighttime, the Film4 channel

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This Dramatic Portrait

In the struggle between God and Mammon, the victory is clear for materialism in this director's brilliantly over-the-top true story of the disgraced televangelist plus her lawbreaking partner. Garfield plays the greedy Jim, who declares initially, asserting religious justification for riches. The couple set about monetising the American public's religious faith. It's an extravaganza of bad interior design, bad makeup and bad faith, though the lead actress succeeds to present the real-life figure as a sympathetic figure. October 14th, early morning, on Film4

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This Espionage Thriller

This period's additional entry from the filmmaker presents a intelligence thriller as sharp like the turtlenecks used by Michael Fassbender's British agent. He is tasked to discover a traitor among the team from five suspects – one of whom is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. Both actors are experts of understated style, resulting in an engaging mind game of deception or honesty develops. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela take part the intelligent intelligence fun. Friday 17 October, multiple time slots, Sky Cinema