Top TV Picks: Seven Essential Movies This Week
Top Selection
The Substance Film
Director Coralie Fargeat's daring commentary addresses the oppressive nature of female beauty as well as the perceived horrors of advancing years. Hollywood star Demi Moore presents a brilliant portrayal in the role of Elisabeth, a 50-year-old celebrity forced into hosting a fitness program on the small screen. Edged out due to her unscrupulous employer Harvey, she turns to a mysterious and terrifying procedure titled this experimental method. This produces a younger clone called Sue, resulting in a steadily more toxic connection between the two. October 17th, the streaming service Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10
This Agatha Christie-esque story stars Knightley as Laura, a top-notch writer who opts for a hiatus from reporting on global conflict to board an opulent ship alongside a gravely sick wealthy inheritor and charitable figure, her partner, plus additional affluent guests. However when an unknown lady goes overboard one night and everyone denies she ever existed, the reporter's sleuthing skills take over. Out now, on Netflix
Presence
Soderbergh pushes his directorial skills through this innovative supernatural story shot entirely from the perspective of the spirit. When a household featuring mother Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe settles into their fresh home, the filming device – representing the ghost – shadows their actions. The daughter appears aware of the supernatural presence, and it looks like guarding her. But why? This is an entertaining concept that avoids overstaying, including a revelation that could catch you off guard. Saturday 11 October, afternoon and evening times, the Sky channel
This Self-Referential Film
Nicolas Cage embraces his unique fame via this autobiographical spoof. He plays an egotistical Hollywood actor named Nicolas Cage who agrees to a lucrative offer to visit a celebration on the Spanish island for billionaire Javi Gutierrez. Hired by government spies to spy on the potential kingpin, his unique performing skills is put to the test. October 11th, 9pm, on Channel 4
The Black Phone Horror
Derrickson's locked-room horror stands strong despite the lack of a continuation. Taking place in 1970s Colorado, several disappearances has left the children frightened. After Finney is kidnapped by the kidnapper and held captive in a dungeon, he anticipates a terrible outcome. However, the old telephone on the wall continues to ring, with ghostly voices providing assistance, while the prophetic visions of his sister Gwen could save him. An effective horror. Saturday 11 October, late evening, Film4
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the conflict between spirituality and money, the winner is obvious for Mammon in Showalter's wonderfully garish film adaptation about the fallen religious broadcaster and her criminal husband. The actor plays the greedy Jim, who states at the beginning, claiming divine approval for wealth. He and Tammy Faye begin monetising the people's Christian beliefs. It's a spectacle of bad interior design, bad makeup and insincerity, yet the lead actress succeeds to present Tammy Faye in a likable light. October 14th, late night, on Film4
The Spy Mystery
This period's additional entry by the same director delivers a espionage tale as tight as the polo necks sported by the actor's UK spy. He receives a mission with uncovering a double agent within their ranks from five suspects – one of whom is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. The two stars are experts of calm composure, leading to a delightful mental battle of deception or honesty develops. Additional actors take part the intelligent intelligence fun. Friday 17 October, various showings, Sky Cinema
