Finest TV Picks: Seven Can't-Miss Films This Coming Week
Pick of the Week
This Satirical Thriller
Director Coralie Fargeat's daring commentary examines the oppressive nature of feminine aesthetics along with the perceived horrors of growing older. Demi Moore offers a masterful acting turn in the role of Elisabeth, a 50-year-old actress forced into hosting an aerobics show on TV. Forced aside due to her deceitful superior her manager Harvey, she seeks out an enigmatic and horrifying treatment titled this experimental method. This creates a new version of herself called Sue, culminating in a progressively vampiric relationship between the two. Friday 17 October, Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10
This Agatha Christie-esque mystery includes Knightley as Laura, a top-notch writer who takes a hiatus from covering international wars to embark on a high-end voyage alongside a terminally ill Norwegian shipping heiress and philanthropist, her husband, as well as other filthy rich individuals. But after a mysterious woman disappears from the ship one night and everyone denies she ever existed, the reporter's sleuthing skills kick in. Out now, Netflix
Presence
The acclaimed director tests his creative boundaries through this innovative paranormal narrative filmed completely through the eyes of the spirit. As a family with Lucy Liu as Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe occupies their recent residence, the lens – as the unseen entity – follows them around. Chloe seems conscious of the supernatural presence, and it looks like guarding her. However, the motive remains? It's a fun idea that doesn't outstay its welcome, including a revelation that could catch you off guard. Saturday 11 October, multiple showings, Sky Cinema Premiere
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Cage fully commits to his unique fame via this self-referential adventure. He acts as a narcissistic celebrity called Nicolas Cage who accepts a lucrative offer to attend a festive event on the Spanish island for the rich Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Recruited by the intelligence agency to gather intel on the alleged criminal, his unique performing skills is put to the test. This Saturday, prime time, on Channel 4
The Black Phone Horror
The director's claustrophobic thriller remains effective even without a follow-up. Set in 1970s Colorado, several disappearances has rendered the youth anxious. Once Finney gets captured by the villain and imprisoned in a dungeon, he fears the worst. But the old telephone on the wall repeatedly calls, with spooky callers offering help, and the intuitive nightmares of his sister Gwen might rescue him. An effective horror. This Saturday, 10.50pm, on Film4
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the battle between God and Mammon, the victory is clear for Mammon in Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top biopic regarding the shamed televangelist plus her lawbreaking partner. The actor acts as the venal Jim, who proclaims at the beginning, claiming divine approval for wealth. He and Tammy Faye set about monetising the American public's religious faith. It's an extravaganza of poor styling, overdone appearance and hypocrisy, yet Jessica Chastain succeeds to depict Tammy Faye as a sympathetic figure. October 14th, 1.15am, on Film4
Black Bag
This week's another release from the filmmaker is a espionage tale as sharp similar to the collars worn by Michael Fassbender's intelligence officer. He is tasked to identify a double agent among the team from a group of five – including is his own wife. The two stars are experts of understated style, so a delicious psychological game of deception or honesty takes place. Additional actors take part the intelligent intelligence fun. Friday 17 October, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, the Sky channel
