Prime Television Selections: Seven Must-Watch Movies In the Days Ahead
Pick of the Week
The Substance Film
Coralie Fargeat's unflinching satire addresses the oppressive nature of women's appearance as well as the feared consequences of growing older. Demi Moore delivers a brilliant acting turn playing Elisabeth, a 50-year-old film star reduced to starring in an aerobics show on TV. Edged out by her deceitful superior Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she seeks out a secretive and horrifying process titled "The Substance". This generates a younger clone named Sue, resulting in a steadily more parasitic dynamic among both women. Friday 17 October, the streaming service Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This suspenseful story includes Knightley in the role of Laura, an ace reporter who opts for some time off from reporting on world issues to join an opulent ship accompanied by a terminally ill Norwegian shipping heiress and charitable figure, her partner, as well as other filthy rich guests. However when an enigmatic female disappears from the ship during the evening and the entire crew insists she wasn't real, her journalistic curiosity kick in. Out now, on Netflix
Presence Film
Steven Soderbergh tests his film-making abilities in this nifty supernatural story shot entirely from the viewpoint of the spirit. After a clan featuring mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe occupies their recent residence, the camera – as the unseen entity – follows them around. The daughter appears sensing the poltergeist, and the entity appears defensive toward her. However, the motive remains? This is an entertaining concept that remains concise, featuring a surprise you might not see coming. October 11th, afternoon and evening times, the Sky channel
This Self-Referential Film
Nicolas Cage wholeheartedly adopts his cult stardom in this self-referential adventure. He portrays a narcissistic film star playing himself who accepts a million-dollar gig to appear at a birthday party on the Spanish island for billionaire Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Hired by the CIA to gather intel on the potential kingpin, Cage's unique performing skills comes in handy. October 11th, 9pm, the Channel 4 network
The Black Phone Horror
Scott Derrickson's locked-room horror stands strong without requiring a sequel. Set in 1970s Colorado, multiple disappearances has made the children frightened. Once Finney gets captured by the kidnapper and held captive in a basement, he anticipates the worst. Yet the disconnected phone mounted nearby continues to ring, with eerie communicators offering help, and the prescient dreams of Gwen, his sister might rescue him. A solid creepfest. October 11th, late evening, on Film4
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the battle between faith and wealth, it's a knockout win for materialism in Michael Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top biopic of the disgraced religious broadcaster and her felon spouse. Andrew Garfield portrays the venal Jim, who proclaims early on, claiming divine approval for wealth. Both individuals begin profiting from the American public's religious faith. It's an extravaganza of bad interior design, overdone appearance and insincerity, however Chastain achieves to show the real-life figure in a likable light. October 14th, early morning, Film4
The Spy Mystery
This period's another release from Steven Soderbergh delivers a spy mystery as sharp like the turtlenecks worn by the actor's intelligence officer. His assignment is to identify a traitor inside the organization from five suspects – one of whom is his spouse. Each performer are experts of deadpan cool, leading to a delightful mental battle of truth or lie unfolds. The supporting cast participate the smart espionage amusement. October 17th, various showings, Sky Cinema
