Finest Television Picks: 7 Must-Watch Movies This Week
Top Selection
The Substance
The filmmaker's daring commentary tackles the demanding standards for female beauty along with the feared consequences of ageing. The veteran actress presents a masterful acting turn playing Elisabeth, a mature actress forced into starring in a fitness program on the small screen. Pushed out thanks to her slimy boss Harvey, she turns to an enigmatic and horrifying procedure known as the Substance. This generates a new version of herself called Sue, resulting in a steadily more parasitic dynamic among both women. This Friday, Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10
This Agatha Christie-esque story stars Knightley in the role of Laura, an ace reporter who decides to take a break from covering world issues to embark on a high-end voyage with a terminally ill Scandinavian billionaire and donor, her husband, and other extremely wealthy passengers. However when a mysterious woman disappears from the ship one night and the entire crew denies she ever existed, the reporter's sleuthing skills awaken. Available now, Netflix
Presence Film
Soderbergh pushes his film-making abilities through this nifty ghostly tale shot entirely from the viewpoint of the spirit. After a clan featuring mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe settles into their recent residence, the filming device – representing the ghost – tracks their movements. The teen shows signs of conscious of the supernatural presence, and the entity appears guarding her. However, the motive remains? This is an entertaining concept that doesn't outstay its welcome, with a twist that could catch you off guard. Saturday 11 October, afternoon and evening times, Sky Cinema
This Self-Referential Film
The iconic actor wholeheartedly adopts his eccentric image via this meta comedy caper. He portrays an egotistical Hollywood actor named Nicolas Cage who takes on a lucrative offer to visit a birthday party on the Spanish island for the rich Javi Gutierrez. Hired by the intelligence agency to gather intel on the potential kingpin, Cage's unconventional method comes in handy. Saturday 11 October, prime time, the Channel 4 network
The Black Phone Horror
The director's locked-room horror remains effective even without a sequel. Taking place in the late 70s in Denver, multiple child abductions has made the children on edge. When Finney is taken by the kidnapper and held captive in a cellar, he anticipates the worst. Yet the non-functional line mounted nearby continues to ring, with spooky callers offering help, as the prophetic visions from his sibling Gwen might rescue him. A genuinely scary movie. October 11th, late evening, Film4
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the battle between God and Mammon, it's a knockout win for greed in Michael Showalter's wonderfully garish film adaptation about the fallen TV preacher and her criminal husband. Andrew Garfield portrays the venal Jim, who states early on, claiming divine approval for wealth. Both individuals begin profiting from the nation's Christian beliefs. It's a riot of tacky decor, bad makeup and bad faith, however the lead actress manages to present Tammy Faye with compassion. Tuesday 14 October, late night, on Film4
The Spy Mystery
This period's another release from Steven Soderbergh is a spy mystery as sharp similar to the collars used by Fassbender's British agent. He is tasked with uncovering a traitor inside the organization from a group of five – including is his own wife. The two stars are experts of calm composure, leading to a delightful mental battle of truth or lie unfolds. The supporting cast take part the intelligent intelligence fun. Friday 17 October, various showings, the Sky channel
