Prime Small Screen Choices: Seven Can't-Miss Films In the Days Ahead
Pick of the Week
The Substance
Coralie Fargeat's unflinching satire examines the oppressive nature of feminine aesthetics along with the dreaded aspects of advancing years. Demi Moore delivers an inspired acting turn in the role of Elisabeth, a 50-year-old celebrity forced into hosting a workout series on the small screen. Edged out thanks to her slimy boss Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she turns to an enigmatic and terrifying process titled "The Substance". This creates a new version of herself portrayed by Margaret Qualley, resulting in a progressively toxic connection among both women. October 17th, the streaming service Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10
This Agatha Christie-esque story stars Knightley as Laura, a top-notch writer who decides to take a hiatus from writing about world issues to join an opulent ship with an ailing Norwegian shipping heiress and charitable figure, her husband, and other filthy rich passengers. But after an unknown lady goes overboard overnight and all passengers denies she ever existed, Laura's investigative instincts awaken. Out now, on Netflix
This Supernatural Story
Steven Soderbergh tests his directorial skills with this nifty paranormal narrative filmed completely from the perspective of the phantom. When a household including mother Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe occupies their new suburban house, the lens – AKA the Presence – tracks their movements. The teen shows signs of aware of the poltergeist, and it seems defensive toward her. However, the motive remains? It's a fun idea that avoids overstaying, featuring a surprise that could catch you off guard. October 11th, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, the Sky channel
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
The iconic actor embraces his cult stardom through this self-referential adventure. He portrays a narcissistic celebrity called Nicolas Cage who agrees to a lucrative offer to appear at a birthday party on the Spanish island for billionaire superfan Javi. Recruited by government spies to investigate the suspected cartel boss, the actor's unconventional method proves useful. This Saturday, prime time, the Channel 4 network
This Creepy Thriller
The director's contained scarefest holds up well despite the lack of a continuation. Set in 1978 Denver, multiple disappearances has made the local kids on edge. When Finney is kidnapped by the villain and held captive in a basement, he anticipates a fatal end. However, the old telephone on the wall continues to ring, with ghostly voices providing assistance, while the prescient dreams of Gwen, his sister could save him. A genuinely scary movie. Saturday 11 October, late evening, the Film4 channel
This Dramatic Portrait
In the battle between faith and wealth, it's a knockout win for greed in Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top true story about the fallen televangelist and her criminal husband. Andrew Garfield plays the corrupt Bakker, who declares initially, claiming divine approval for wealth. Both individuals commence monetising the nation's Christian beliefs. It's a spectacle of tacky decor, bad makeup and bad faith, yet Jessica Chastain succeeds to present the character with compassion. Next Tuesday, early morning, on Film4
Black Bag
This week's another release from the filmmaker is a intelligence thriller as precise similar to the collars worn by Fassbender's British agent. He receives a mission to identify a double agent among the team out of five possibilities – among them is his spouse. Each performer are experts of calm composure, so a delicious psychological game of truth or lie takes place. The supporting cast participate the clever spy entertainment. Friday 17 October, multiple time slots, Sky Cinema Premiere
