Top Television Selections: Seven Essential Motion Pictures In the Days Ahead
Pick of the Week
This Satirical Thriller
The filmmaker's daring critique examines the tyranny of women's appearance along with the dreaded aspects of ageing. The veteran actress offers a brilliant acting turn playing Elisabeth, an aging celebrity reduced to starring in a workout series on the small screen. Edged out due to her slimy boss Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she turns to a mysterious and gruesome treatment titled this experimental method. This produces a youthful duplicate named Sue, leading to a progressively toxic connection between them. October 17th, Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This Agatha Christie-esque thriller features Knightley as Laura, a top-notch writer who opts for a break from covering international wars to embark on an opulent ship alongside a gravely sick Norwegian shipping heiress and charitable figure, her spouse, as well as other filthy rich guests. Yet once an enigmatic female goes overboard one night and the entire crew claims she was never there, her journalistic curiosity take over. Streaming currently, Netflix
This Supernatural Story
Steven Soderbergh challenges his film-making abilities with this innovative supernatural story captured wholly from the viewpoint of the spirit. After a clan featuring mother Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe moves into their fresh home, the filming device – AKA the Presence – follows them around. The teen shows signs of sensing the ghostly being, and it looks like guarding her. However, the motive remains? The premise is enjoyable that doesn't outstay its welcome, featuring a surprise that could catch you off guard. October 11th, multiple showings, Sky Cinema
This Self-Referential Film
The iconic actor fully commits to his unique fame in this autobiographical spoof. He plays an egotistical Hollywood actor called Nicolas Cage who takes on a million-dollar gig to attend a festive event in Mallorca for the wealthy Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Contacted by the CIA to gather intel on the alleged criminal, Cage's unconventional method proves useful. October 11th, 9pm, the Channel 4 network
The Black Phone Horror
Scott Derrickson's contained scarefest holds up well without requiring a continuation. Located in the late 70s in Denver, several disappearances has rendered the local kids anxious. After Finney gets captured by “the Grabber” and locked up in a cellar, he fears the worst. Yet the non-functional line in the room continues to ring, with ghostly voices offering help, and the prophetic visions of his sister Gwen could save him. An effective horror. October 11th, late evening, on Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the battle between spirituality and money, it's a knockout win for Mammon in this director's brilliantly over-the-top film adaptation regarding the shamed religious broadcaster and her felon spouse. The actor acts as the venal Jim, who states early on, asserting religious justification for riches. The couple begin monetising the people's religious faith. It's an extravaganza of tacky decor, bad makeup and hypocrisy, yet Jessica Chastain manages to present Tammy Faye with compassion. Tuesday 14 October, late night, on Film4
The Spy Mystery
This week's second offering from Steven Soderbergh delivers a intelligence thriller as tight like the turtlenecks sported by the actor's UK spy. He is tasked to identify a double agent among the team out of five possibilities – including is his own wife. The two stars are experts of understated style, resulting in an engaging psychological game of truth or lie takes place. Additional actors take part the clever spy entertainment. October 17th, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema Premiere