Top Television Picks: Seven Must-Watch Films In the Days Ahead
Pick of the Week
This Satirical Thriller
Coralie Fargeat's daring critique tackles the oppressive nature of women's appearance and the feared consequences of ageing. Demi Moore delivers a masterful acting turn in the role of Elisabeth, a 50-year-old film star forced into hosting a workout series on TV. Forced aside due to her deceitful superior Harvey, she undergoes a secretive and gruesome treatment called "The Substance". This creates a younger clone called Sue, leading to an increasingly toxic connection between them. October 17th, Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This Agatha Christie-esque thriller stars the talented actress in the role of Laura, an ace reporter who decides to take a break from covering world issues to embark on a luxury cruise with an ailing wealthy inheritor and charitable figure, her spouse, as well as other affluent guests. Yet once an unknown lady disappears from the ship during the evening and everyone insists she wasn't real, Laura's investigative instincts awaken. Streaming currently, the Netflix platform
This Supernatural Story
Soderbergh tests his creative boundaries in this innovative supernatural story shot entirely from the viewpoint of the spirit. When a household featuring mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe occupies their recent residence, the lens – as the unseen entity – follows them around. The teen shows signs of aware of the supernatural presence, and the entity appears defensive toward her. However, the motive remains? The premise is enjoyable that avoids overstaying, featuring a surprise you might not see coming. October 11th, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
Cage wholeheartedly adopts his eccentric image in this self-referential adventure. He portrays a narcissistic Hollywood actor playing himself who agrees to a lucrative offer to appear at a celebration on the Spanish island for billionaire Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Contacted by the CIA to investigate the alleged criminal, his unconventional method is put to the test. Saturday 11 October, prime time, on Channel 4
This Creepy Thriller
Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller holds up well without requiring a sequel. Set in 1978 Denver, multiple kidnappings has rendered the children frightened. When Finney gets captured by the kidnapper and locked up in a cellar, he fears a terrible outcome. However, the disconnected phone mounted nearby keeps ringing, with eerie communicators giving advice, while the prescient dreams from his sibling Gwen might rescue him. A solid creepfest. October 11th, late evening, on Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the battle between spirituality and money, the winner is obvious for greed in this director's wonderfully garish biopic of the disgraced televangelist and her criminal husband. Andrew Garfield plays the venal Jim, who states at the beginning, asserting religious justification for riches. The couple commence capitalizing on the people's religious faith. It's an extravaganza of bad interior design, bad makeup and insincerity, however the lead actress achieves to show Tammy Faye as a sympathetic figure. Tuesday 14 October, early morning, Film4
The Spy Mystery
The current week's additional entry by the same director presents a intelligence thriller as sharp as the polo necks sported by Fassbender's UK spy. He receives a mission with uncovering a double agent inside the organization from a group of five – including is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. The two stars are masters of calm composure, leading to a delightful psychological game of deception or honesty develops. The supporting cast participate the smart espionage amusement. Friday 17 October, various showings, Sky Cinema