Prime Television Selections: 7 Must-Watch Movies This Coming Week
Top Selection
This Satirical Thriller
Director Coralie Fargeat's daring satire examines the oppressive nature of feminine aesthetics as well as the dreaded aspects of growing older. The veteran actress offers an inspired portrayal in the role of Elisabeth, an aging celebrity forced into presenting a fitness program on the small screen. Forced aside by her unscrupulous employer her manager Harvey, she turns to a mysterious and gruesome procedure called "The Substance". This creates a younger clone named Sue, resulting in an increasingly toxic connection among both women. This Friday, Paramount Plus
This Mystery Thriller
This classic whodunit story includes the talented actress as Laura, a top-notch writer who opts for some time off from reporting on world issues to embark on a luxury cruise alongside a gravely sick Scandinavian billionaire and donor, her husband, as well as other extremely wealthy individuals. However when an enigmatic female falls into the sea one night and all passengers insists she wasn't real, the reporter's sleuthing skills kick in. Available now, the Netflix platform
Presence Film
The acclaimed director tests his film-making abilities through this clever supernatural story shot entirely from the viewpoint of the spirit. When a household featuring mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe occupies their fresh home, the filming device – as the unseen entity – follows them around. The teen shows signs of aware of the poltergeist, and it seems protective of her. But why? This is an entertaining concept that remains concise, featuring a surprise that could catch you off guard. This Saturday, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, Sky Cinema
This Self-Referential Film
The iconic actor fully commits to his eccentric image via this autobiographical spoof. He plays a narcissistic celebrity named Nicolas Cage who accepts a $1m payday to attend a celebration at a Mediterranean location for the rich Javi Gutierrez. Contacted by the CIA to investigate the potential kingpin, the actor's unconventional method comes in handy. Saturday 11 October, evening, on Channel 4
The Black Phone
Derrickson's contained scarefest stands strong even without a follow-up. Located in 1978 Denver, a series of disappearances has left the local kids on edge. When Finney is kidnapped by “the Grabber” and imprisoned in a cellar, he fears a fatal end. Yet the non-functional line in the room repeatedly calls, with eerie communicators providing assistance, and the intuitive nightmares of Gwen, his sister could save him. A genuinely scary movie. This Saturday, nighttime, Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the battle between faith and wealth, it's a knockout win for greed in this director's delightfully tacky true story about the fallen TV preacher and her felon spouse. The actor plays the venal Jim, who proclaims at the beginning, asserting religious justification for riches. He and Tammy Faye begin profiting from the people's Christian beliefs. It's a spectacle of poor styling, excessive cosmetics and hypocrisy, yet Jessica Chastain succeeds to show Tammy Faye in a likable light. October 14th, 1.15am, the Film4 channel
This Espionage Thriller
The current week's additional entry from Steven Soderbergh delivers a intelligence thriller as tight as the polo necks worn by the actor's UK spy. He receives a mission with uncovering a mole within their ranks out of five possibilities – one of whom is his spouse. Both actors excel of calm composure, so a delicious mental battle of deception or honesty unfolds. The supporting cast join in the clever spy entertainment. Friday 17 October, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema
