Prime Small Screen Selections: 7 Can't-Miss Motion Pictures This Coming Week
Top Selection
The Substance Film
Coralie Fargeat's daring critique examines the oppressive nature of women's appearance and the perceived horrors of ageing. Hollywood star Demi Moore delivers an inspired acting turn as Elisabeth, a 50-year-old actress reduced to hosting an aerobics show on TV. Forced aside by her unscrupulous employer Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she undergoes a secretive and horrifying treatment called "The Substance". This generates a youthful duplicate named Sue, culminating in an increasingly toxic connection between the two. October 17th, the streaming service Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10
This classic whodunit story stars the talented actress in the role of Laura, an ace reporter who decides to take a break from reporting on international wars to join an opulent ship accompanied by an ailing Scandinavian billionaire and donor, her partner, as well as other extremely wealthy passengers. However when an enigmatic female falls into the sea one night and the entire crew insists she wasn't real, her journalistic curiosity kick in. Available now, Netflix
Presence
The acclaimed director challenges his creative boundaries in this clever ghostly tale shot entirely from the perspective of the spirit. When a household with Lucy Liu as Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe settles into their fresh home, the camera – representing the ghost – shadows their actions. Chloe seems conscious of the ghostly being, and the entity appears defensive toward her. Yet what is the reason? The premise is enjoyable that remains concise, including a revelation that could catch you off guard. Saturday 11 October, multiple showings, the Sky channel
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
The iconic actor embraces his cult stardom through this self-referential adventure. He portrays an egotistical celebrity called Nicolas Cage who accepts a lucrative offer to appear at a celebration at a Mediterranean location for billionaire Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Hired by the intelligence agency to investigate the potential kingpin, the actor's “nouveau shamanic acting ability” proves useful. Saturday 11 October, prime time, the Channel 4 network
The Black Phone
Scott Derrickson's locked-room horror stands strong without requiring a sequel. Taking place in 1970s Colorado, a series of kidnappings has left the children frightened. When Finney is taken by the villain and imprisoned in a cellar, he dreads the worst. But the old telephone mounted nearby keeps ringing, with eerie communicators giving advice, and the prophetic visions of Gwen, his sister may be his salvation. An effective horror. October 11th, nighttime, Film4
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the battle between spirituality and money, the victory is clear for materialism in Michael Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top true story of the disgraced TV preacher and her criminal husband. The actor acts as the greedy Jim, who states at the beginning, claiming divine approval for wealth. Both individuals set about profiting from the people's religious faith. It's a riot of poor styling, overdone appearance and hypocrisy, though Chastain manages to depict the real-life figure in a likable light. October 14th, late night, Film4
The Spy Mystery
This week's additional entry from Steven Soderbergh delivers a intelligence thriller as precise like the turtlenecks sported by the actor's British agent. He is tasked to identify a double agent among the team out of five possibilities – one of whom is his own wife. The two stars are masters of deadpan cool, so a delicious mind game of deception or honesty takes place. Additional actors join in the smart espionage amusement. Friday 17 October, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
