Prime Small Screen Choices: 7 Essential Movies In the Days Ahead
Pick of the Week
The Substance Film
Coralie Fargeat's daring critique tackles the oppressive nature of women's appearance as well as the feared consequences of ageing. The veteran actress delivers an inspired performance in the role of Elisabeth, an aging film star forced into hosting a fitness program on TV. Edged out thanks to her deceitful superior Harvey, she seeks out a mysterious and terrifying process titled "The Substance". This generates a younger clone called Sue, leading to an increasingly toxic connection between the two. October 17th, Paramount Plus
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This suspenseful mystery includes Knightley in the role of Laura, an ace reporter who decides to take a break from writing about world issues to board a high-end voyage alongside a gravely sick Norwegian shipping heiress and charitable figure, her partner, plus additional affluent guests. But after a mysterious woman disappears from the ship one night and the entire crew denies she ever existed, Laura's investigative instincts awaken. Out now, Netflix
Presence Film
The acclaimed director pushes his creative boundaries through this innovative ghostly tale filmed completely from the viewpoint of a ghost. After a clan with Lucy Liu as Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe occupies their fresh home, the lens – representing the ghost – tracks their movements. The teen shows signs of conscious of the poltergeist, and the entity appears protective of her. However, the motive remains? The premise is enjoyable that remains concise, with a twist that could catch you off guard. Saturday 11 October, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, Sky Cinema
This Self-Referential Film
Nicolas Cage wholeheartedly adopts his cult stardom via this self-referential adventure. He portrays an egotistical celebrity named Nicolas Cage who accepts a lucrative offer to attend a festive event on the Spanish island for billionaire superfan Javi. Hired by the CIA to gather intel on the suspected cartel boss, the actor's “nouveau shamanic acting ability” proves useful. Saturday 11 October, 9pm, the Channel 4 network
This Creepy Thriller
The director's claustrophobic thriller stands strong without requiring a sequel. Located in 1970s Colorado, several disappearances has made the children anxious. Once Finney gets captured by the villain and imprisoned in a cellar, he fears a fatal end. Yet the non-functional line on the wall keeps ringing, with eerie communicators providing assistance, and the prophetic visions of his sister Gwen might rescue him. An effective horror. This Saturday, nighttime, Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the battle between faith and wealth, it's a knockout win for greed in Michael Showalter's delightfully tacky biopic regarding the shamed religious broadcaster and her criminal husband. The actor portrays the venal Jim, who states early on, “God does not want us to be poor,”. He and Tammy Faye begin capitalizing on the American public's spiritual convictions. It's an extravaganza of poor styling, overdone appearance and bad faith, yet the lead actress manages to show the real-life figure with compassion. Tuesday 14 October, late night, the Film4 channel
The Spy Mystery
This week's another release by the same director is a espionage tale as sharp similar to the collars worn by the actor's intelligence officer. He receives a mission with uncovering a traitor inside the organization from five suspects – including is his spouse. The two stars are masters of understated style, leading to a delightful mental battle of deception or honesty unfolds. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela participate the clever spy entertainment. October 17th, multiple time slots, Sky Cinema Premiere
