Finest TV Selections: 7 Must-Watch Films This Week
Pick of the Week
The Substance
Director Coralie Fargeat's unflinching satire addresses the tyranny of female beauty along with the perceived horrors of advancing years. Hollywood star Demi Moore delivers an inspired portrayal in the role of Elisabeth, an aging celebrity forced into starring in an aerobics show on television. Edged out by her deceitful superior Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she undergoes a secretive and gruesome process titled "The Substance". This generates a new version of herself called Sue, culminating in a progressively toxic connection between them. This Friday, Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This classic whodunit mystery stars Knightley in the role of Laura, a top-notch writer who takes a hiatus from reporting on international wars to embark on a high-end voyage alongside an ailing Scandinavian billionaire and donor, her husband, and other extremely wealthy passengers. Yet once an enigmatic female falls into the sea during the evening and the entire crew insists she wasn't real, the reporter's sleuthing skills awaken. Out now, the Netflix platform
This Supernatural Story
The acclaimed director tests his creative boundaries through this innovative ghostly tale captured wholly through the eyes of the spirit. As a family including mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe moves into their recent residence, the filming device – as the unseen entity – tracks their movements. Chloe seems conscious of the ghostly being, and the entity appears guarding her. Yet what is the reason? It's a fun idea that avoids overstaying, featuring a surprise you might not see coming. Saturday 11 October, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, Sky Cinema
This Self-Referential Film
Nicolas Cage fully commits to his unique fame through this autobiographical spoof. He plays a self-obsessed film star called Nicolas Cage who accepts a $1m payday to visit a celebration in Mallorca for the rich Javi Gutierrez. Hired by the CIA to spy on the suspected cartel boss, Cage's unique performing skills comes in handy. Saturday 11 October, evening, Channel 4
This Creepy Thriller
Scott Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller stands strong despite the lack of a sequel. Taking place in 1970s Colorado, a series of kidnappings has left the local kids on edge. When Finney is kidnapped by “the Grabber” and locked up in a dungeon, he dreads a fatal end. But the old telephone mounted nearby repeatedly calls, with ghostly voices providing assistance, as the prescient dreams of Gwen, his sister could save him. A genuinely scary movie. This Saturday, late evening, Film4
This Dramatic Portrait
In the conflict between spirituality and money, the victory is clear for greed in this director's brilliantly over-the-top true story regarding the shamed religious broadcaster and her criminal husband. Garfield portrays the greedy Jim, who declares early on, claiming divine approval for wealth. The couple commence profiting from the American public's religious faith. It's an extravaganza of poor styling, overdone appearance and bad faith, yet the lead actress succeeds to depict the character with compassion. October 14th, early morning, Film4
The Spy Mystery
This week's additional entry from the filmmaker delivers a espionage tale as sharp as the polo necks used by Michael Fassbender's intelligence officer. His assignment is with uncovering a mole within their ranks out of five possibilities – including is his own wife. Each performer excel of calm composure, resulting in an engaging psychological game of truth or lie unfolds. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela take part the clever spy entertainment. October 17th, multiple time slots, the Sky channel
