Finest Television Choices: Seven Must-Watch Movies In the Days Ahead
Pick of the Week
This Satirical Thriller
The filmmaker's daring critique tackles the oppressive nature of feminine aesthetics as well as the perceived horrors of advancing years. The veteran actress delivers an inspired portrayal as Elisabeth, an aging actress forced into presenting a fitness program on television. Forced aside due to her slimy boss her manager Harvey, she seeks out an enigmatic and terrifying process titled the Substance. This generates a younger clone portrayed by Margaret Qualley, leading to an increasingly toxic connection among both women. Friday 17 October, Paramount Plus
The Woman in Cabin 10
This suspenseful thriller features Keira Knightley as Laura, a skilled journalist who decides to take a break from reporting on international wars to embark on a high-end voyage alongside a gravely sick Norwegian shipping heiress and philanthropist, her husband, and other affluent individuals. But after a mysterious woman falls into the sea one night and all passengers claims she was never there, the reporter's sleuthing skills take over. Available now, on Netflix
Presence Film
The acclaimed director tests his film-making abilities through this innovative paranormal narrative filmed completely from the viewpoint of a ghost. When a household including mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe moves into their new suburban house, the lens – as the unseen entity – tracks their movements. Chloe seems aware of the supernatural presence, and it seems defensive toward her. Yet what is the reason? This is an entertaining concept that doesn't outstay its welcome, including a revelation you might not see coming. Saturday 11 October, afternoon and evening times, Sky Cinema
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Nicolas Cage fully commits to his eccentric image in this meta comedy caper. He portrays a self-obsessed film star named Nicolas Cage who accepts a $1m payday to appear at a festive event at a Mediterranean location for billionaire Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Contacted by the intelligence agency to investigate the potential kingpin, his unconventional method proves useful. October 11th, evening, Channel 4
The Black Phone Horror
Derrickson's contained scarefest stands strong even without a follow-up. Located in 1978 Denver, a series of kidnappings has made the youth anxious. After Finney is kidnapped by the kidnapper and held captive in a dungeon, he dreads a terrible outcome. However, the disconnected phone in the room keeps ringing, with eerie communicators giving advice, while the prophetic visions from his sibling Gwen might rescue him. A solid creepfest. Saturday 11 October, 10.50pm, on Film4
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the battle between faith and wealth, it's a knockout win for greed in this director's delightfully tacky true story of the disgraced televangelist and her felon spouse. The actor plays the corrupt Bakker, who proclaims initially, “God does not want us to be poor,”. Both individuals set about monetising the people's Christian beliefs. It's a riot of poor styling, overdone appearance and insincerity, yet Chastain achieves to depict the character as a sympathetic figure. Next Tuesday, 1.15am, on Film4
The Spy Mystery
This period's additional entry from the filmmaker is a intelligence thriller as precise as the polo necks sported by the actor's British agent. His assignment is to discover a traitor within their ranks from five suspects – including is his spouse. Both actors excel of calm composure, resulting in an engaging mental battle of fact versus fiction unfolds. The supporting cast take part the clever spy entertainment. Friday 17 October, various showings, Sky Cinema Premiere