Top TV Picks: Seven Can't-Miss Films In the Days Ahead
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This Satirical Thriller
Director Coralie Fargeat's daring satire addresses the oppressive nature of female beauty along with the perceived horrors of advancing years. The veteran actress offers a brilliant acting turn in the role of Elisabeth, a mature actress reduced to hosting a fitness program on TV. Forced aside thanks to her slimy boss Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she turns to a mysterious and terrifying treatment called "The Substance". This generates a new version of herself called Sue, leading to a steadily more parasitic dynamic between the two. This Friday, the streaming service Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This classic whodunit mystery stars Keira Knightley playing Laura, a skilled journalist who opts for a break from covering global conflict to join an opulent ship accompanied by a terminally ill Scandinavian billionaire and charitable figure, her husband, as well as other affluent individuals. But after an enigmatic female disappears from the ship one night and everyone claims she was never there, Laura's investigative instincts kick in. Available now, on Netflix
Presence
Steven Soderbergh tests his creative boundaries in this innovative supernatural story filmed completely from the viewpoint of the spirit. After a clan with Lucy Liu as Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe occupies their recent residence, the filming device – as the unseen entity – follows them around. The daughter appears 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, featuring a surprise you might not see coming. Saturday 11 October, multiple showings, Sky Cinema
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
The iconic actor embraces his unique fame through this autobiographical spoof. He plays an egotistical Hollywood actor named Nicolas Cage who accepts a lucrative offer to visit a festive event at a Mediterranean location for the rich superfan Javi. Contacted by government spies to spy on the alleged criminal, Cage's unconventional method proves useful. October 11th, prime time, the Channel 4 network
This Creepy Thriller
Scott Derrickson's contained scarefest stands strong even without a follow-up. Located in 1978 Denver, several disappearances has left the youth anxious. After Finney gets captured by “the Grabber” and locked up in a dungeon, he dreads a terrible outcome. However, the disconnected phone mounted nearby repeatedly calls, with eerie communicators offering help, and the prescient dreams of his sister Gwen might rescue him. A solid creepfest. Saturday 11 October, late evening, Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the battle between spirituality and money, it's a knockout win for materialism in Michael Showalter's wonderfully garish true story about the fallen televangelist and her criminal husband. Garfield portrays the greedy Jim, who declares early on, “God does not want us to be poor,”. Both individuals commence capitalizing on the American public's religious faith. It's a riot of poor styling, overdone appearance and hypocrisy, yet Jessica Chastain succeeds to depict the real-life figure as a sympathetic figure. Next Tuesday, 1.15am, the Film4 channel
Black Bag
This period's another release from the filmmaker presents a espionage tale as precise like the turtlenecks used by the actor's UK spy. He is tasked to discover a traitor inside the organization from five suspects – one of whom is his own wife. The two stars are experts of calm composure, so a delicious mental battle of deception or honesty takes place. The supporting cast participate the smart espionage amusement. October 17th, various showings, Sky Cinema
