Prime Small Screen Picks: Seven Must-Watch Films This Coming Week
Highlighted Choice
The Substance
Coralie Fargeat's bold critique tackles the demanding standards for feminine aesthetics and the dreaded aspects of growing older. Hollywood star Demi Moore delivers an inspired acting turn in the role of Elisabeth, a 50-year-old celebrity reduced to starring in a fitness program on television. Edged out due to her slimy boss Harvey, she undergoes a secretive and horrifying procedure called the Substance. This produces a new version of herself called Sue, leading to a progressively vampiric relationship between the two. October 17th, Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10
This classic whodunit thriller features Knightley playing Laura, an ace reporter who decides to take some time off from writing about international wars to embark on a high-end voyage accompanied by a gravely sick Scandinavian billionaire and charitable figure, her spouse, as well as other extremely wealthy guests. However when a mysterious woman disappears from the ship one night and all passengers claims she was never there, her journalistic curiosity awaken. Available now, Netflix
Presence
The acclaimed director tests his directorial skills in this innovative supernatural story shot entirely from the perspective of the phantom. As a family including mother Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe occupies their recent residence, the camera – AKA the Presence – shadows their actions. The daughter appears aware of the ghostly being, and it looks like guarding her. However, the motive remains? The premise is enjoyable that avoids overstaying, including a revelation you might not see coming. October 11th, afternoon and evening times, the Sky channel
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Cage wholeheartedly adopts his cult stardom in this meta comedy caper. He portrays an egotistical celebrity called Nicolas Cage who accepts a million-dollar gig to appear at a birthday party at a Mediterranean location for the rich Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Contacted by government spies to spy on the suspected cartel boss, the actor's unique performing skills proves useful. Saturday 11 October, evening, the Channel 4 network
The Black Phone
Scott Derrickson's locked-room horror holds up well despite the lack of a sequel. Set in 1970s Colorado, a series of kidnappings has left the local kids anxious. After Finney is kidnapped by the villain and imprisoned in a basement, he anticipates a terrible outcome. But the disconnected phone in the room repeatedly calls, with spooky callers offering help, while the prophetic visions from his sibling Gwen might rescue him. A solid creepfest. October 11th, late evening, the Film4 channel
This Dramatic Portrait
In the battle between God and Mammon, the winner is obvious for materialism in this director's delightfully tacky film adaptation regarding the shamed religious broadcaster and her felon spouse. Garfield plays the corrupt Bakker, who states initially, asserting religious justification for riches. The couple commence capitalizing on the nation's spiritual convictions. It's a riot of tacky decor, excessive cosmetics and insincerity, though Chastain manages to show the real-life figure as a sympathetic figure. Next Tuesday, 1.15am, on Film4
Black Bag
This week's second offering from the filmmaker is a espionage tale as precise like the turtlenecks sported by Fassbender's intelligence officer. He receives a mission to identify a double agent within their ranks from a group of five – among them is his own wife. Both actors are experts of deadpan cool, leading to a delightful mind game of fact versus fiction takes place. The supporting cast participate the clever spy entertainment. October 17th, multiple time slots, Sky Cinema