Prime Small Screen Selections: Seven Must-Watch Films In the Days Ahead
Pick of the Week
This Satirical Thriller
Director Coralie Fargeat's bold commentary examines the demanding standards for female beauty along with the perceived horrors of ageing. Hollywood star Demi Moore presents an inspired performance as Elisabeth, a 50-year-old film star reduced to presenting a workout series on television. Edged out by her slimy boss her manager Harvey, she seeks out an enigmatic and gruesome treatment called the Substance. This creates a new version of herself called Sue, culminating in a steadily more toxic connection between them. Friday 17 October, Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This Agatha Christie-esque mystery includes Knightley as Laura, a skilled journalist who takes a hiatus from covering world issues to board an opulent ship accompanied by an ailing Scandinavian billionaire and charitable figure, her spouse, as well as other affluent guests. Yet once a mysterious woman disappears from the ship one night and everyone denies she ever existed, Laura's investigative instincts awaken. Available now, Netflix
Presence Film
The acclaimed director challenges his directorial skills with this clever ghostly tale shot entirely through the eyes of the phantom. As a family featuring mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe moves into their fresh home, the filming device – representing the ghost – follows them around. Chloe seems aware of the supernatural presence, and it looks like defensive toward her. However, the motive remains? It's a fun idea that remains concise, including a revelation you might not see coming. This Saturday, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, Sky Cinema
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Nicolas Cage wholeheartedly adopts his cult stardom via this self-referential adventure. He portrays a narcissistic celebrity playing himself who agrees to a million-dollar gig to appear at a celebration on the Spanish island for billionaire Javi Gutierrez. Contacted by the CIA to gather intel on the potential kingpin, the actor's “nouveau shamanic acting ability” proves useful. Saturday 11 October, prime time, on Channel 4
The Black Phone
Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller stands strong without requiring a follow-up. Taking place in 1978 Denver, a series of disappearances has rendered the children anxious. After Finney is taken by the kidnapper and held captive in a cellar, he fears a terrible outcome. However, the non-functional line mounted nearby keeps ringing, with spooky callers giving advice, as the intuitive nightmares from his sibling Gwen might rescue him. A genuinely scary movie. October 11th, late evening, Film4
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the battle between faith and wealth, it's a knockout win for greed in Michael Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top true story about the fallen televangelist and her criminal husband. The actor acts as the venal Jim, who declares at the beginning, “God does not want us to be poor,”. The couple set about capitalizing on the American public's religious faith. It's a riot of tacky decor, bad makeup and bad faith, yet the lead actress manages to present the real-life figure in a likable light. October 14th, late night, Film4
The Spy Mystery
This period's another release from the filmmaker presents a espionage tale as sharp similar to the collars used by Michael Fassbender's UK spy. He is tasked with uncovering a double agent within their ranks from a group of five – one of whom is his spouse. Both actors are experts of deadpan cool, leading to a delightful mental battle of truth or lie unfolds. The supporting cast take part the intelligent intelligence fun. This Friday, multiple time slots, Sky Cinema Premiere