Prime Television Picks: Seven Must-Watch Films This Coming Week
Pick of the Week
This Satirical Thriller
Coralie Fargeat's unflinching satire examines the demanding standards for feminine aesthetics and the perceived horrors of growing older. The veteran actress offers an inspired acting turn as Elisabeth, a mature actress demoted to starring in a workout series on television. Forced aside by her unscrupulous employer Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she seeks out a mysterious and gruesome procedure titled the Substance. This generates a younger clone named Sue, resulting in a steadily more toxic connection between the two. October 17th, Paramount Plus
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This suspenseful thriller stars Knightley in the role of Laura, a top-notch writer who decides to take some time off from writing about world issues to embark on a high-end voyage with a gravely sick Norwegian shipping heiress and charitable figure, her husband, plus additional filthy rich individuals. However when a mysterious woman falls into the sea overnight and all passengers claims she was never there, the reporter's sleuthing skills take over. Out now, Netflix
This Supernatural Story
Steven Soderbergh tests his directorial skills in this innovative paranormal narrative captured wholly from the viewpoint of the phantom. After a clan with Lucy Liu as Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe moves into their recent residence, the lens – AKA the Presence – follows them around. The daughter appears conscious of the poltergeist, and it seems defensive toward her. Yet what is the reason? The premise is enjoyable that doesn't outstay its welcome, with a twist that may be unexpected. Saturday 11 October, multiple showings, Sky Cinema
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Cage embraces his cult stardom in this self-referential adventure. He acts as a self-obsessed film star called Nicolas Cage who accepts a $1m payday to attend a birthday party on the Spanish island for billionaire superfan Javi. Hired by government spies to investigate the potential kingpin, Cage's unconventional method is put to the test. This Saturday, evening, on Channel 4
The Black Phone Horror
The director's claustrophobic thriller stands strong even without a continuation. Taking place in 1978 Denver, several disappearances has left the youth on edge. When Finney is kidnapped by “the Grabber” and imprisoned in a basement, he dreads a terrible outcome. However, the disconnected phone mounted nearby continues to ring, with eerie communicators offering help, and the prescient dreams of Gwen, his sister could save him. A genuinely scary movie. This Saturday, late evening, Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the conflict between faith and wealth, it's a knockout win for Mammon in Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top true story of the disgraced televangelist and her felon spouse. Andrew Garfield acts as the greedy Jim, who proclaims early on, claiming divine approval for wealth. Both individuals commence profiting from the nation's religious faith. It's a spectacle of poor styling, overdone appearance and bad faith, however Chastain succeeds to depict Tammy Faye as a sympathetic figure. Next Tuesday, 1.15am, on Film4
The Spy Mystery
This period's another release from Steven Soderbergh presents a espionage tale as sharp similar to the collars used by the actor's UK spy. His assignment is with uncovering a mole among the team out of five possibilities – including is his spouse. The two stars are masters of deadpan cool, resulting in an engaging mind game of fact versus fiction unfolds. The supporting cast join in the smart espionage amusement. October 17th, various showings, Sky Cinema
