Top TV Choices: 7 Essential Movies This Coming Week

Pick of the Week

This Satirical Thriller

The filmmaker's daring critique tackles the demanding standards for female beauty along with the dreaded aspects of growing older. Hollywood star Demi Moore offers a masterful performance as Elisabeth, an aging film star forced into starring in a workout series on TV. Pushed out thanks to her deceitful superior Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she seeks out an enigmatic and gruesome process called the Substance. This creates a youthful duplicate named Sue, resulting in a progressively vampiric relationship between the two. Friday 17 October, Paramount+

The Woman in Cabin 10

This classic whodunit story includes Keira Knightley in the role of Laura, an ace reporter who takes a hiatus from covering international wars to join an opulent ship accompanied by a terminally ill Norwegian shipping heiress and philanthropist, her husband, and other filthy rich guests. Yet once an unknown lady falls into the sea one night and everyone denies she ever existed, her journalistic curiosity kick in. Streaming currently, on Netflix

Presence

Soderbergh pushes his directorial skills through this innovative ghostly tale filmed completely through the eyes of the phantom. After a clan featuring mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe occupies their recent residence, the filming device – as the unseen entity – tracks their movements. The teen shows signs of conscious of the supernatural presence, and the entity appears protective of her. But why? The premise is enjoyable that remains concise, including a revelation that could catch you off guard. Saturday 11 October, afternoon and evening times, Sky Cinema

Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy

Nicolas Cage embraces his cult stardom via this meta comedy caper. He acts as an egotistical Hollywood actor playing himself who accepts a $1m payday to appear at a celebration at a Mediterranean location for the rich Javi Gutierrez. Contacted by government spies to investigate the suspected cartel boss, Cage's unique performing skills proves useful. Saturday 11 October, prime time, on Channel 4

The Black Phone Horror

Derrickson's locked-room horror holds up well even without a follow-up. Located in the late 70s in Denver, multiple disappearances has rendered the local kids frightened. After Finney is taken by the villain and locked up in a cellar, he fears a terrible outcome. But the old telephone on the wall continues to ring, with spooky callers giving advice, and the prophetic visions of Gwen, his sister may be his salvation. A solid creepfest. October 11th, 10.50pm, Film4

The Tammy Faye Biopic

In the battle between faith and wealth, the winner is obvious for greed in Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top biopic about the fallen religious broadcaster and her felon spouse. The actor acts as the venal Jim, who declares early on, claiming divine approval for wealth. Both individuals commence profiting from the people's spiritual convictions. It's a riot of poor styling, overdone appearance and hypocrisy, however Chastain achieves to present the character with compassion. Next Tuesday, late night, the Film4 channel

Black Bag

This week's second offering from Steven Soderbergh presents a espionage tale as tight similar to the collars sported by Fassbender's British agent. His assignment is to identify a double agent among the team from five suspects – among them is his spouse. Both actors excel of understated style, resulting in an engaging mental battle of fact versus fiction takes place. The supporting cast join in the smart espionage amusement. Friday 17 October, multiple time slots, the Sky channel