Top TV Choices: Seven Must-Watch Films In the Days Ahead
Top Selection
The Substance Film
The filmmaker's bold commentary addresses the demanding standards for feminine aesthetics as well as the feared consequences of advancing years. Demi Moore delivers a masterful portrayal in the role of Elisabeth, a 50-year-old actress demoted to presenting an aerobics show on TV. Forced aside by her deceitful superior her manager Harvey, she undergoes an enigmatic and gruesome procedure called "The Substance". This generates a youthful duplicate named Sue, culminating in a progressively parasitic dynamic between the two. Friday 17 October, the streaming service Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This Agatha Christie-esque thriller includes Knightley playing Laura, a top-notch writer who opts for some time off from reporting on international wars to board a high-end voyage alongside a terminally ill wealthy inheritor and philanthropist, her partner, as well as other filthy rich guests. However when a mysterious woman disappears from the ship overnight and everyone claims she was never there, the reporter's sleuthing skills awaken. Available now, the Netflix platform
Presence
Steven Soderbergh challenges his directorial skills in this innovative ghostly tale captured wholly through the eyes of the spirit. After a clan featuring mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe settles into their recent residence, the camera – AKA the Presence – tracks their movements. The teen shows signs of aware of the poltergeist, and it looks like protective of her. Yet what is the reason? This is an entertaining concept that doesn't outstay its welcome, with a twist you might not see coming. Saturday 11 October, afternoon and evening times, Sky Cinema
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
Nicolas Cage wholeheartedly adopts his eccentric image in this autobiographical spoof. He acts as an egotistical film star named Nicolas Cage who agrees to a million-dollar gig to appear at a birthday party in Mallorca for the rich superfan Javi. Contacted by the CIA to gather intel on the suspected cartel boss, his unique performing skills comes in handy. October 11th, evening, Channel 4
The Black Phone
The director's claustrophobic thriller remains effective despite the lack of a follow-up. Set in 1970s Colorado, multiple child abductions has rendered the youth frightened. When Finney is kidnapped by the kidnapper and imprisoned in a cellar, he fears a terrible outcome. But the disconnected phone mounted nearby repeatedly calls, with spooky callers providing assistance, while the prescient dreams from his sibling Gwen may be his salvation. A genuinely scary movie. Saturday 11 October, 10.50pm, on Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the battle between faith and wealth, the winner is obvious for greed in Michael Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top true story of the disgraced televangelist and her criminal husband. The actor plays the venal Jim, who proclaims early on, “God does not want us to be poor,”. The couple begin profiting from the people's Christian beliefs. It's an extravaganza of tacky decor, overdone appearance and bad faith, yet Jessica Chastain manages to present the real-life figure as a sympathetic figure. October 14th, 1.15am, the Film4 channel
The Spy Mystery
The current week's another release from Steven Soderbergh is a espionage tale as tight like the turtlenecks worn by Michael Fassbender's UK spy. His assignment is with uncovering a traitor inside the organization from five suspects – including is his own wife. Both actors excel of calm composure, leading to a delightful psychological game of deception or honesty develops. The supporting cast join in the smart espionage amusement. This Friday, multiple time slots, the Sky channel
