Prime Television Picks: Seven Must-Watch Films In the Days Ahead
Pick of the Week
The Substance
Coralie Fargeat's unflinching critique tackles the tyranny of feminine aesthetics along with the feared consequences of ageing. Demi Moore presents an inspired acting turn in the role of Elisabeth, a 50-year-old film star reduced to starring in a fitness program on the small screen. Edged out due to her deceitful superior Harvey, she turns to an enigmatic and horrifying treatment titled "The Substance". This produces a youthful duplicate named Sue, leading to an increasingly toxic connection between them. October 17th, Paramount Plus
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This Agatha Christie-esque story stars Keira Knightley in the role of Laura, a top-notch writer who decides to take some time off from reporting on global conflict to board a high-end voyage alongside a gravely sick Norwegian shipping heiress and charitable figure, her husband, plus additional affluent passengers. But after a mysterious woman falls into the sea one night and everyone claims she was never there, her journalistic curiosity awaken. Available now, on Netflix
This Supernatural Story
Steven Soderbergh tests his creative boundaries through this innovative ghostly tale filmed completely from the perspective of a ghost. As a family with Lucy Liu as Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe settles into their new suburban house, the filming device – AKA the Presence – shadows their actions. The daughter appears sensing the supernatural presence, and it looks like guarding her. But why? The premise is enjoyable that remains concise, with a twist that could catch you off guard. October 11th, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
The iconic actor wholeheartedly adopts his cult stardom in this meta comedy caper. He plays an egotistical Hollywood actor playing himself who takes on a million-dollar gig to attend a birthday party on the Spanish island for billionaire Javi Gutierrez. Contacted by the intelligence agency to investigate the suspected cartel boss, Cage's unconventional method is put to the test. Saturday 11 October, prime time, the Channel 4 network
The Black Phone Horror
Scott Derrickson's locked-room horror stands strong even without a sequel. Located in 1970s Colorado, several disappearances has made the youth anxious. Once Finney gets captured by the kidnapper and imprisoned in a cellar, he dreads the worst. Yet the non-functional line mounted nearby keeps ringing, with eerie communicators giving advice, as the prophetic visions of Gwen, his sister might rescue him. A solid creepfest. Saturday 11 October, nighttime, Film4
This Dramatic Portrait
In the battle between spirituality and money, it's a knockout win for greed in Michael Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top film adaptation regarding the shamed religious broadcaster plus her lawbreaking partner. The actor plays the venal Jim, who declares initially, “God does not want us to be poor,”. The couple commence capitalizing on the American public's Christian beliefs. It's an extravaganza of tacky decor, bad makeup and insincerity, yet Jessica Chastain achieves to depict the real-life figure as a sympathetic figure. October 14th, 1.15am, Film4
Black Bag
This period's second offering from the filmmaker is a intelligence thriller as precise as the polo necks sported by Fassbender's UK spy. He is tasked to identify a traitor inside the organization from five suspects – among them is his own wife. Both actors are masters of deadpan cool, so a delicious mental battle of deception or honesty takes place. The supporting cast participate the smart espionage amusement. October 17th, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema
