Prime TV Choices: Seven Can't-Miss Motion Pictures In the Days Ahead
Pick of the Week
The Substance
The filmmaker's unflinching commentary tackles the demanding standards for feminine aesthetics and the dreaded aspects of growing older. The veteran actress delivers an inspired portrayal playing Elisabeth, a 50-year-old film star reduced to presenting a workout series on television. Forced aside thanks to her slimy boss Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she undergoes an enigmatic and horrifying procedure called this experimental method. This produces a new version of herself named Sue, leading to a steadily more parasitic dynamic between the two. This Friday, the streaming service Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This classic whodunit story includes Knightley as Laura, an ace reporter who opts for a hiatus from writing about world issues to join an opulent ship alongside a terminally ill Scandinavian billionaire and charitable figure, her spouse, plus additional affluent individuals. Yet once an enigmatic female falls into the sea overnight and the entire crew claims she was never there, the reporter's sleuthing skills kick in. Streaming currently, on Netflix
Presence Film
The acclaimed director challenges his film-making abilities through this innovative supernatural story shot entirely through the eyes of the spirit. As a family featuring mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe moves into their fresh home, the lens – representing the ghost – follows them around. The teen shows signs of aware of the supernatural presence, and the entity appears defensive toward her. But why? This is an entertaining concept that doesn't outstay its welcome, including a revelation that may be unexpected. October 11th, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, the Sky channel
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
The iconic actor embraces his eccentric image in this self-referential adventure. He plays a narcissistic Hollywood actor called Nicolas Cage who agrees to a $1m payday to attend a birthday party on the Spanish island for billionaire Javi Gutierrez. Contacted by the intelligence agency to gather intel on the potential kingpin, Cage's unique performing skills proves useful. Saturday 11 October, evening, the Channel 4 network
The Black Phone
The director's locked-room horror holds up well without requiring a follow-up. Set in 1978 Denver, several disappearances has rendered the youth on edge. Once Finney is taken by the kidnapper and held captive in a dungeon, he dreads a terrible outcome. But the old telephone in the room repeatedly calls, with ghostly voices giving advice, as the intuitive nightmares of his sister Gwen could save him. An effective horror. Saturday 11 October, 10.50pm, Film4
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the struggle between God and Mammon, the winner is obvious for materialism in Michael Showalter's wonderfully garish film adaptation regarding the shamed religious broadcaster and her criminal husband. The actor plays the venal Jim, who declares at the beginning, claiming divine approval for wealth. Both individuals commence profiting from the American public's religious faith. It's an extravaganza of bad interior design, excessive cosmetics and insincerity, however the lead actress succeeds to present the real-life figure with compassion. Next Tuesday, early morning, Film4
Black Bag
This period's second offering from the filmmaker is a spy mystery as sharp as the polo necks used by Michael Fassbender's intelligence officer. His assignment is to discover a double agent among the team out of five possibilities – among them is his spouse. Each performer excel of understated style, resulting in an engaging psychological game of fact versus fiction develops. The supporting cast participate the clever spy entertainment. October 17th, multiple time slots, Sky Cinema
