Top Television Choices: Seven Can't-Miss Motion Pictures In the Days Ahead

Pick of the Week

This Satirical Thriller

Coralie Fargeat's unflinching critique examines the demanding standards for female beauty and the dreaded aspects of advancing years. The veteran actress presents a masterful performance in the role of Elisabeth, a 50-year-old film star forced into starring in a fitness program on television. Pushed out thanks to her unscrupulous employer her manager Harvey, she seeks out a mysterious and horrifying procedure titled the Substance. This produces a younger clone called Sue, leading to a steadily more toxic connection between the two. October 17th, Paramount+

The Woman in Cabin 10

This Agatha Christie-esque story features Keira Knightley as Laura, an ace reporter who takes a hiatus from writing about international wars to board an opulent ship with an ailing wealthy inheritor and philanthropist, her spouse, and other affluent individuals. However when a mysterious woman falls into the sea during the evening and everyone claims she was never there, her journalistic curiosity kick in. Out now, Netflix

Presence

Soderbergh tests his film-making abilities in this nifty ghostly tale filmed completely from the viewpoint of the phantom. When a household with Lucy Liu as Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe occupies their recent residence, the lens – representing the ghost – follows them around. The daughter appears conscious of the poltergeist, and the entity appears protective of her. However, the motive remains? The premise is enjoyable that avoids overstaying, with a twist you might not see coming. October 11th, multiple showings, Sky Cinema

Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy

Nicolas Cage embraces his cult stardom in this autobiographical spoof. He acts as a self-obsessed celebrity named Nicolas Cage who takes on a lucrative offer to attend a festive event at a Mediterranean location for billionaire Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Hired by the intelligence agency to investigate the alleged criminal, the actor's unique performing skills is put to the test. This Saturday, prime time, the Channel 4 network

The Black Phone

Scott Derrickson's locked-room horror remains effective despite the lack of a sequel. Taking place in 1970s Colorado, multiple kidnappings has made the children on edge. After Finney gets captured by the kidnapper and locked up in a dungeon, he fears a terrible outcome. However, the old telephone in the room keeps ringing, with ghostly voices giving advice, and the intuitive nightmares of Gwen, his sister could save him. A solid creepfest. Saturday 11 October, nighttime, the Film4 channel

This Dramatic Portrait

In the battle between faith and wealth, the victory is clear for greed in Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top true story of the disgraced religious broadcaster and her criminal husband. The actor portrays the greedy Jim, who proclaims at the beginning, claiming divine approval for wealth. The couple set about capitalizing on the nation's religious faith. It's a riot of tacky decor, bad makeup and hypocrisy, however Chastain succeeds to present Tammy Faye as a sympathetic figure. Tuesday 14 October, late night, the Film4 channel

Black Bag

This week's another release from the filmmaker delivers a espionage tale as precise as the polo necks sported by Fassbender's intelligence officer. His assignment is with uncovering a double agent inside the organization from five suspects – including is his own wife. Both actors are experts of understated style, so a delicious psychological game of truth or lie develops. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela join in the clever spy entertainment. This Friday, various showings, Sky Cinema