Finest TV Picks: Seven Can't-Miss Movies This Coming Week
Highlighted Choice
The Substance
The filmmaker's bold commentary tackles the oppressive nature of feminine aesthetics along with the dreaded aspects of growing older. Demi Moore presents an inspired acting turn in the role of Elisabeth, a mature celebrity demoted to hosting a workout series on television. Forced aside by her deceitful superior Harvey, she turns to a secretive and terrifying process known as this experimental method. This creates a younger clone portrayed by Margaret Qualley, leading to an increasingly vampiric relationship between them. This Friday, Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This suspenseful story features Keira Knightley as Laura, an ace reporter who opts for some time off from writing about global conflict to board a high-end voyage alongside a gravely sick Scandinavian billionaire and donor, her partner, and other filthy rich individuals. But after an enigmatic female falls into the sea during the evening and the entire crew denies she ever existed, the reporter's sleuthing skills kick in. Out now, Netflix
This Supernatural Story
Steven Soderbergh challenges his creative boundaries in this clever ghostly tale shot entirely from the viewpoint of a ghost. When a household featuring mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe settles into their fresh home, the camera – as the unseen entity – follows them around. The daughter appears aware of the poltergeist, and it seems guarding her. However, the motive remains? It's a fun idea that doesn't outstay its welcome, including a revelation that may be unexpected. October 11th, afternoon and evening times, Sky Cinema Premiere
This Self-Referential Film
Cage embraces his eccentric image via this meta comedy caper. He plays a self-obsessed Hollywood actor named Nicolas Cage who accepts a million-dollar gig to appear at a birthday party in Mallorca for the rich superfan Javi. Recruited by the intelligence agency to spy on the potential kingpin, his unique performing skills comes in handy. This Saturday, prime time, on Channel 4
The Black Phone Horror
Scott Derrickson's contained scarefest remains effective despite the lack of a sequel. Set in 1970s Colorado, several disappearances has rendered the local kids on edge. After Finney gets captured by “the Grabber” and held captive in a basement, he anticipates a fatal end. But the old telephone on the wall continues to ring, with ghostly voices giving advice, as the prophetic visions of his sister Gwen might rescue him. An effective horror. Saturday 11 October, 10.50pm, the Film4 channel
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the struggle between spirituality and money, it's a knockout win for materialism in Michael Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top true story of the disgraced religious broadcaster and her felon spouse. The actor portrays the corrupt Bakker, who declares at the beginning, “God does not want us to be poor,”. The couple begin monetising the American public's Christian beliefs. It's a riot of poor styling, excessive cosmetics and insincerity, however Chastain manages to show the real-life figure as a sympathetic figure. Tuesday 14 October, early morning, the Film4 channel
Black Bag
This period's another release by the same director delivers a espionage tale as sharp as the polo necks sported by Michael Fassbender's UK spy. His assignment is to discover a double agent among the team from a group of five – among them is his own wife. Both actors are masters of calm composure, so a delicious mental battle of deception or honesty unfolds. The supporting cast join in the clever spy entertainment. October 17th, multiple time slots, Sky Cinema
