Prime Television Choices: 7 Can't-Miss Movies In the Days Ahead
Highlighted Choice
The Substance Film
The filmmaker's daring critique tackles the tyranny of female beauty as well as the perceived horrors of growing older. Demi Moore presents a brilliant portrayal in the role of Elisabeth, a mature actress demoted to presenting a fitness program on TV. Pushed out due to her unscrupulous employer Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she undergoes a mysterious and horrifying treatment known as the Substance. This creates a youthful duplicate portrayed by Margaret Qualley, leading to a steadily more vampiric relationship between them. Friday 17 October, the streaming service Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This Agatha Christie-esque mystery includes Knightley as Laura, a top-notch writer who takes some time off from reporting on international wars to board an opulent ship with an ailing Norwegian shipping heiress and charitable figure, her spouse, plus additional extremely wealthy individuals. Yet once a mysterious woman disappears from the ship overnight and the entire crew denies she ever existed, Laura's investigative instincts awaken. Available now, on Netflix
This Supernatural Story
Soderbergh tests his directorial skills with this innovative paranormal narrative filmed completely through the eyes of the spirit. As a family featuring mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe settles into their new suburban house, the filming device – AKA the Presence – shadows their actions. The daughter appears aware of the supernatural presence, and the entity appears defensive toward her. But why? This is an entertaining concept that doesn't outstay its welcome, with a twist that may be unexpected. October 11th, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
Cage wholeheartedly adopts his unique fame via this autobiographical spoof. He portrays a self-obsessed film star called Nicolas Cage who takes on a million-dollar gig to visit a celebration at a Mediterranean location for the rich Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Hired by the intelligence agency to investigate the alleged criminal, the actor's unique performing skills is put to the test. October 11th, evening, Channel 4
This Creepy Thriller
The director's claustrophobic thriller stands strong even without a sequel. Taking place in the late 70s in Denver, a series of kidnappings has made the youth anxious. Once Finney is taken by the villain and held captive in a basement, he dreads a terrible outcome. Yet the disconnected phone on the wall repeatedly calls, with eerie communicators giving advice, while the intuitive nightmares from his sibling Gwen could save him. A solid creepfest. This Saturday, late evening, the Film4 channel
This Dramatic Portrait
In the battle between spirituality and money, the victory is clear for Mammon in Michael Showalter's wonderfully garish true story about the fallen TV preacher plus her lawbreaking partner. Andrew Garfield portrays the greedy Jim, who proclaims initially, “God does not want us to be poor,”. He and Tammy Faye begin capitalizing on the nation's religious faith. It's an extravaganza of bad interior design, bad makeup and hypocrisy, however the lead actress manages to show Tammy Faye as a sympathetic figure. Tuesday 14 October, 1.15am, on Film4
This Espionage Thriller
This period's additional entry by the same director presents a espionage tale as tight as the polo necks used by the actor's intelligence officer. His assignment is to identify a double agent among the team from a group of five – including is his own wife. The two stars excel of calm composure, so a delicious mind game of truth or lie develops. The supporting cast participate the smart espionage amusement. October 17th, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
