Finest TV Choices: Seven Essential Motion Pictures In the Days Ahead
Top Selection
This Satirical Thriller
Director Coralie Fargeat's bold satire addresses the tyranny of feminine aesthetics along with the feared consequences of ageing. Hollywood star Demi Moore offers a masterful portrayal as Elisabeth, an aging celebrity demoted to starring in a workout series on TV. Forced aside due to her deceitful superior Harvey, she undergoes a secretive and terrifying treatment titled "The Substance". This produces a younger clone portrayed by Margaret Qualley, culminating in an increasingly vampiric relationship among both women. October 17th, Paramount Plus
The Woman in Cabin 10
This Agatha Christie-esque mystery features the talented actress as Laura, an ace reporter who opts for a break from writing about global conflict to join an opulent ship with a gravely sick Norwegian shipping heiress and donor, her spouse, plus additional affluent individuals. However when an unknown lady disappears from the ship one night and the entire crew claims she was never there, Laura's investigative instincts awaken. Available now, Netflix
Presence Film
Soderbergh tests his directorial skills in this clever paranormal narrative filmed completely from the perspective of the spirit. As a family including mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe settles into their new suburban house, the filming device – AKA the Presence – follows them around. Chloe seems sensing the poltergeist, and the entity appears guarding her. Yet what is the reason? It's a fun idea that avoids overstaying, including a revelation that could catch you off guard. This Saturday, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, Sky Cinema
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
Cage embraces his cult stardom through this meta comedy caper. He portrays an egotistical film star playing himself who takes on a lucrative offer to appear at a celebration in Mallorca for the wealthy Javi Gutierrez. Hired by the CIA to investigate the suspected cartel boss, his unconventional method is put to the test. October 11th, prime time, the Channel 4 network
The Black Phone Horror
Scott Derrickson's locked-room horror holds up well without requiring a follow-up. Taking place in the late 70s in Denver, several kidnappings has rendered the children anxious. After Finney is kidnapped by “the Grabber” and imprisoned in a cellar, he fears the worst. Yet the old telephone on the wall continues to ring, with spooky callers offering help, while the intuitive nightmares of his sister Gwen might rescue him. A solid creepfest. Saturday 11 October, late evening, on Film4
This Dramatic Portrait
In the conflict between spirituality and money, the winner is obvious for Mammon in Showalter's wonderfully garish film adaptation regarding the shamed televangelist plus her lawbreaking partner. Garfield acts as the greedy Jim, who proclaims at the beginning, asserting religious justification for riches. Both individuals set about monetising the people's spiritual convictions. It's a riot of bad interior design, excessive cosmetics and insincerity, though Jessica Chastain manages to depict Tammy Faye as a sympathetic figure. October 14th, early morning, on Film4
Black Bag
The current week's second offering from the filmmaker delivers a espionage tale as sharp like the turtlenecks sported by the actor's British agent. He receives a mission to discover a double agent among the team from a group of five – including is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. The two stars are masters of deadpan cool, resulting in an engaging psychological game of deception or honesty develops. The supporting cast join in the smart espionage amusement. October 17th, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
