Prime Television Picks: Seven Must-Watch Films In the Days Ahead
Pick of the Week
The Substance Film
The filmmaker's bold commentary addresses the tyranny of women's appearance along with the feared consequences of ageing. Hollywood star Demi Moore presents an inspired portrayal playing Elisabeth, a mature actress demoted to presenting a fitness program on the small screen. Pushed out due to her unscrupulous employer her manager Harvey, she turns to an enigmatic and horrifying process called "The Substance". This generates a younger clone named Sue, resulting in an increasingly toxic connection between the two. This Friday, the streaming service Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This suspenseful mystery includes the talented actress as Laura, a skilled journalist who takes some time off from reporting on international wars to join an opulent ship accompanied by a gravely sick wealthy inheritor and charitable figure, her spouse, plus additional affluent individuals. However when an enigmatic female goes overboard during the evening and everyone insists she wasn't real, her journalistic curiosity kick in. Available now, the Netflix platform
Presence
Soderbergh pushes his creative boundaries through this innovative ghostly tale filmed completely through the eyes of the phantom. As a family featuring mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe occupies their new suburban house, the camera – as the unseen entity – tracks their movements. Chloe seems conscious of the ghostly being, and it seems guarding her. However, the motive remains? The premise is enjoyable that avoids overstaying, featuring a surprise that could catch you off guard. Saturday 11 October, afternoon and evening times, Sky Cinema Premiere
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
Nicolas Cage wholeheartedly adopts his cult stardom through this self-referential adventure. He plays a self-obsessed film star playing himself who accepts a lucrative offer to visit a birthday party in Mallorca for billionaire Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Recruited by government spies to gather intel on the alleged criminal, his “nouveau shamanic acting ability” is put to the test. Saturday 11 October, 9pm, on Channel 4
The Black Phone
Derrickson's locked-room horror remains effective without requiring a follow-up. Located in 1970s Colorado, multiple kidnappings has rendered the children on edge. Once Finney is taken by the kidnapper and held captive in a basement, he fears the worst. But the non-functional line mounted nearby repeatedly calls, with spooky callers providing assistance, as the prophetic visions of Gwen, his sister may be his salvation. A genuinely scary movie. Saturday 11 October, nighttime, the Film4 channel
This Dramatic Portrait
In the struggle between faith and wealth, the winner is obvious for Mammon in Michael Showalter's delightfully tacky film adaptation about the fallen religious broadcaster plus her lawbreaking partner. The actor plays the corrupt Bakker, who states early on, “God does not want us to be poor,”. He and Tammy Faye commence monetising the nation's religious faith. It's a spectacle of tacky decor, excessive cosmetics and hypocrisy, yet Chastain manages to present Tammy Faye in a likable light. Next Tuesday, late night, on Film4
The Spy Mystery
This week's another release from the filmmaker delivers a espionage tale as precise as the polo necks worn by Michael Fassbender's British agent. He receives a mission to discover a double agent among the team from five suspects – one of whom is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. The two stars excel of deadpan cool, resulting in an engaging mental battle of deception or honesty unfolds. The supporting cast join in the clever spy entertainment. Friday 17 October, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema
