Prime Small Screen Picks: Seven Must-Watch Films In the Days Ahead
Highlighted Choice
This Satirical Thriller
Coralie Fargeat's daring commentary tackles the oppressive nature of women's appearance as well as the perceived horrors of advancing years. Hollywood star Demi Moore delivers an inspired portrayal as Elisabeth, a 50-year-old film star forced into starring in a fitness program on TV. Forced aside due to her slimy boss Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she undergoes a mysterious and terrifying procedure known as "The Substance". This generates a younger clone portrayed by Margaret Qualley, culminating in an increasingly toxic connection between them. October 17th, the streaming service Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This classic whodunit mystery stars Knightley in the role of Laura, an ace reporter who takes a hiatus from writing about world issues to join a luxury cruise with an ailing Norwegian shipping heiress and donor, her partner, as well as other extremely wealthy passengers. However when a mysterious woman goes overboard during the evening and all passengers insists she wasn't real, Laura's investigative instincts kick in. Out now, on Netflix
This Supernatural Story
Steven Soderbergh pushes his directorial skills through this clever ghostly tale captured wholly from the perspective of a ghost. After a clan with Lucy Liu as Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe occupies their fresh home, the lens – representing the ghost – follows them around. The teen shows signs of aware of the ghostly being, and the entity appears protective of her. However, the motive remains? The premise is enjoyable that remains concise, featuring a surprise that could catch you off guard. This Saturday, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
Nicolas Cage embraces his eccentric image via this meta comedy caper. He acts as an egotistical Hollywood actor playing himself who takes on a million-dollar gig to visit a festive event in Mallorca for the wealthy Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Recruited by the CIA to spy on the alleged criminal, his “nouveau shamanic acting ability” is put to the test. This Saturday, evening, on Channel 4
The Black Phone
Scott Derrickson's locked-room horror remains effective despite the lack of a follow-up. Set in 1970s Colorado, a series of kidnappings has made the children frightened. Once Finney is kidnapped by the villain and locked up in a cellar, he fears a terrible outcome. But the non-functional line mounted nearby continues to ring, with eerie communicators giving advice, and the prescient dreams of Gwen, his sister could save him. An effective horror. October 11th, 10.50pm, Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the battle between faith and wealth, the winner is obvious for greed in this director's delightfully tacky film adaptation of the disgraced religious broadcaster and her criminal husband. The actor acts as the corrupt Bakker, who states initially, asserting religious justification for riches. Both individuals commence monetising the nation's Christian beliefs. It's a riot of poor styling, excessive cosmetics and hypocrisy, yet the lead actress succeeds to depict the real-life figure as a sympathetic figure. Next Tuesday, late night, Film4
The Spy Mystery
This period's another release from Steven Soderbergh presents a espionage tale as sharp similar to the collars sported by Michael Fassbender's UK spy. He receives a mission to identify a double agent inside the organization from five suspects – one of whom is his own wife. Both actors excel of calm composure, resulting in an engaging mental battle of deception or honesty unfolds. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela take part the clever spy entertainment. October 17th, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, the Sky channel