Finest TV Picks: 7 Can't-Miss Motion Pictures This Coming Week

Top Selection

The Substance Film

The filmmaker's daring commentary examines the demanding standards for feminine aesthetics along with the perceived horrors of ageing. Hollywood star Demi Moore presents a masterful performance as Elisabeth, a 50-year-old film star demoted to starring in a workout series on television. Pushed out by her deceitful superior Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she turns to a mysterious and horrifying treatment called "The Substance". This generates a new version of herself called Sue, resulting in an increasingly parasitic dynamic among both women. October 17th, the streaming service Paramount+


The Woman in Cabin 10 Film

This classic whodunit story features Knightley as Laura, a top-notch writer who takes a break from writing about global conflict to join a luxury cruise accompanied by a terminally ill Norwegian shipping heiress and charitable figure, her partner, plus additional filthy rich guests. Yet once an enigmatic female disappears from the ship during the evening and all passengers claims she was never there, Laura's investigative instincts kick in. Out now, the Netflix platform


This Supernatural Story

The acclaimed director challenges his directorial skills in this nifty ghostly tale shot entirely from the viewpoint of the spirit. As a family with Lucy Liu as Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe occupies their recent residence, the filming device – as the unseen entity – follows them around. The daughter appears sensing the supernatural presence, and the entity appears protective of her. Yet what is the reason? The premise is enjoyable that doesn't outstay its welcome, including a revelation that may be unexpected. October 11th, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, the Sky channel


This Self-Referential Film

Cage wholeheartedly adopts his unique fame in this meta comedy caper. He portrays a self-obsessed celebrity named Nicolas Cage who agrees to a $1m payday to attend a birthday party on the Spanish island for the wealthy Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Recruited by the intelligence agency to investigate the potential kingpin, Cage's “nouveau shamanic acting ability” proves useful. October 11th, 9pm, on Channel 4


The Black Phone Horror

Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller remains effective without requiring a sequel. Taking place in 1978 Denver, several disappearances has rendered the local kids anxious. After Finney gets captured by the kidnapper and held captive in a dungeon, he fears a fatal end. Yet the disconnected phone on the wall repeatedly calls, with eerie communicators offering help, and the intuitive nightmares of his sister Gwen may be his salvation. A solid creepfest. October 11th, nighttime, on Film4


The Tammy Faye Biopic

In the conflict between faith and wealth, the victory is clear for Mammon in Showalter's delightfully tacky true story regarding the shamed televangelist and her criminal husband. The actor acts as the greedy Jim, who states initially, “God does not want us to be poor,”. He and Tammy Faye begin monetising the American public's Christian beliefs. It's an extravaganza of tacky decor, bad makeup and insincerity, however the lead actress achieves to present the character with compassion. Next Tuesday, 1.15am, Film4


The Spy Mystery

The current week's second offering from Steven Soderbergh presents a intelligence thriller as sharp like the turtlenecks used by Fassbender's UK spy. He receives a mission to identify a traitor within their ranks from five suspects – one of whom is his own wife. The two stars excel of deadpan cool, leading to a delightful mental battle of fact versus fiction develops. The supporting cast participate the intelligent intelligence fun. This Friday, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema Premiere

Ashley Collins
Ashley Collins

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