Finest Small Screen Picks: 7 Can't-Miss Movies This Coming Week
Pick of the Week
This Satirical Thriller
The filmmaker's daring commentary examines the tyranny of women's appearance as well as the perceived horrors of growing older. Demi Moore presents an inspired acting turn playing Elisabeth, a mature film star demoted to presenting a workout series on television. Edged out by her slimy boss Harvey, she seeks out a secretive and horrifying treatment titled "The Substance". This creates a new version of herself portrayed by Margaret Qualley, leading to a progressively toxic connection among both women. This Friday, the streaming service Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10
This classic whodunit story features Keira Knightley in the role of Laura, a skilled journalist who decides to take a hiatus from writing about world issues to join an opulent ship alongside a terminally ill wealthy inheritor and charitable figure, her husband, plus additional filthy rich individuals. Yet once a mysterious woman goes overboard overnight and all passengers denies she ever existed, her journalistic curiosity awaken. Available now, on Netflix
Presence
Soderbergh pushes his creative boundaries with this nifty ghostly tale shot entirely from the viewpoint of the phantom. As a family featuring mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe moves into their fresh home, the filming device – as the unseen entity – shadows their actions. Chloe seems aware of the poltergeist, and it looks like guarding her. Yet what is the reason? The premise is enjoyable that doesn't outstay its welcome, featuring a surprise that may be unexpected. This Saturday, multiple showings, the Sky channel
This Self-Referential Film
Nicolas Cage fully commits to his cult stardom via this autobiographical spoof. He portrays a self-obsessed film star named Nicolas Cage who accepts a lucrative offer to visit a birthday party in Mallorca for billionaire superfan Javi. Hired by the intelligence agency to gather intel on the alleged criminal, his unconventional method proves useful. October 11th, evening, on Channel 4
The Black Phone Horror
Scott Derrickson's locked-room horror stands strong despite the lack of a sequel. Taking place in 1978 Denver, multiple disappearances has left the local kids anxious. After Finney is taken by the kidnapper and imprisoned in a basement, he fears a fatal end. However, the disconnected phone on the wall continues to ring, with spooky callers offering help, as the intuitive nightmares of Gwen, his sister might rescue him. A genuinely scary movie. This Saturday, nighttime, the Film4 channel
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the conflict between faith and wealth, it's a knockout win for greed in Michael Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top film adaptation of the disgraced TV preacher and her criminal husband. The actor portrays the venal Jim, who declares initially, “God does not want us to be poor,”. Both individuals commence capitalizing on the American public's spiritual convictions. It's an extravaganza of bad interior design, bad makeup and insincerity, yet Jessica Chastain succeeds to show the real-life figure with compassion. Tuesday 14 October, 1.15am, on Film4
Black Bag
This period's second offering from the filmmaker is a intelligence thriller as precise like the turtlenecks sported by Fassbender's intelligence officer. His assignment is to identify a traitor among the team from a group of five – including is his spouse. Each performer are masters of understated style, resulting in an engaging mental battle of deception or honesty takes place. The supporting cast participate the smart espionage amusement. Friday 17 October, various showings, Sky Cinema Premiere
