Prime Small Screen Selections: 7 Must-Watch Movies In the Days Ahead
Highlighted Choice
The Substance Film
Coralie Fargeat's daring satire tackles the demanding standards for feminine aesthetics as well as the dreaded aspects of advancing years. Demi Moore presents a masterful acting turn as Elisabeth, a mature film star reduced to hosting a workout series on television. Edged out due to her unscrupulous employer her manager Harvey, she seeks out a secretive and horrifying treatment known as "The Substance". This produces a younger clone called Sue, leading to an increasingly vampiric relationship among both women. Friday 17 October, Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This classic whodunit mystery includes Knightley playing Laura, an ace reporter who decides to take a hiatus from covering international wars to join a luxury cruise with a terminally ill Scandinavian billionaire and philanthropist, her husband, as well as other extremely wealthy guests. Yet once an unknown lady disappears from the ship overnight and all passengers denies she ever existed, her journalistic curiosity take over. Available now, on Netflix
Presence Film
Steven Soderbergh tests his film-making abilities in this nifty paranormal narrative filmed completely through the eyes of the spirit. After a clan featuring mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe settles into their fresh home, the filming device – as the unseen entity – follows them around. Chloe seems conscious of the supernatural presence, and it seems protective of her. But why? This is an entertaining concept that doesn't outstay its welcome, featuring a surprise you might not see coming. October 11th, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, Sky Cinema
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
Nicolas Cage embraces his cult stardom in this autobiographical spoof. He plays a narcissistic film star called Nicolas Cage who accepts a lucrative offer to attend a birthday party in Mallorca for the rich superfan Javi. Hired by government spies to gather intel on the potential kingpin, Cage's unconventional method is put to the test. October 11th, evening, Channel 4
The Black Phone
The director's contained scarefest holds up well even without a sequel. Set in the late 70s in Denver, multiple kidnappings has made the children on edge. After Finney is kidnapped by the kidnapper and held captive in a cellar, he fears a terrible outcome. Yet the disconnected phone on the wall repeatedly calls, with eerie communicators giving advice, as the prophetic visions of his sister Gwen may be his salvation. A genuinely scary movie. October 11th, 10.50pm, the Film4 channel
This Dramatic Portrait
In the conflict between spirituality and money, the victory is clear for Mammon in this director's delightfully tacky true story regarding the shamed TV preacher plus her lawbreaking partner. The actor portrays the venal Jim, who states early on, claiming divine approval for wealth. He and Tammy Faye set about capitalizing on the nation's spiritual convictions. It's an extravaganza of tacky decor, bad makeup and hypocrisy, though Jessica Chastain achieves to show Tammy Faye as a sympathetic figure. Next Tuesday, late night, Film4
The Spy Mystery
This week's second offering by the same director delivers a espionage tale as tight as the polo necks sported by Fassbender's intelligence officer. His assignment is with uncovering a traitor among the team out of five possibilities – among them is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. Each performer excel of calm composure, so a delicious mind game of deception or honesty develops. Additional actors join in the smart espionage amusement. This Friday, multiple time slots, Sky Cinema