Prime Small Screen Picks: Seven Must-Watch Movies This Week
Pick of the Week
The Substance Film
Director Coralie Fargeat's unflinching critique tackles the oppressive nature of feminine aesthetics as well as the perceived horrors of growing older. The veteran actress presents an inspired acting turn as Elisabeth, a mature celebrity reduced to starring in an aerobics show on television. Edged out thanks to her unscrupulous employer her manager Harvey, she undergoes a secretive and gruesome treatment known as the Substance. This generates a youthful duplicate called Sue, resulting in an increasingly toxic connection among both women. Friday 17 October, the streaming service Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10
This classic whodunit thriller stars the talented actress playing Laura, a top-notch writer who opts for some time off from covering global conflict to board a high-end voyage alongside a gravely sick wealthy inheritor and philanthropist, her spouse, and other filthy rich passengers. However when a mysterious woman goes overboard overnight and the entire crew claims she was never there, Laura's investigative instincts take over. Streaming currently, on Netflix
This Supernatural Story
Steven Soderbergh tests his film-making abilities with this clever paranormal narrative filmed completely from the viewpoint of the spirit. When a household including mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe moves into their new suburban house, the lens – AKA the Presence – shadows their actions. The daughter appears conscious of the supernatural presence, and it looks like protective of her. But why? This is an entertaining concept that doesn't outstay its welcome, featuring a surprise that may be unexpected. Saturday 11 October, multiple showings, Sky Cinema
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Cage embraces his unique fame through this meta comedy caper. He acts as a self-obsessed celebrity playing himself who accepts a $1m payday to attend a celebration on the Spanish island for billionaire Javi Gutierrez. Hired by the intelligence agency to investigate the alleged criminal, his unconventional method proves useful. Saturday 11 October, prime time, the Channel 4 network
This Creepy Thriller
Derrickson's contained scarefest remains effective despite the lack of a sequel. Set in 1970s Colorado, multiple disappearances has rendered the youth frightened. Once Finney gets captured by “the Grabber” and held captive in a dungeon, he anticipates the worst. Yet the disconnected phone mounted nearby continues to ring, with spooky callers giving advice, while the prescient dreams from his sibling Gwen may be his salvation. An effective horror. This Saturday, late evening, on Film4
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the battle between God and Mammon, the victory is clear for materialism in Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top true story about the fallen televangelist plus her lawbreaking partner. Andrew Garfield plays the venal Jim, who declares early on, asserting religious justification for riches. The couple commence capitalizing on the American public's spiritual convictions. It's an extravaganza of tacky decor, bad makeup and insincerity, though Jessica Chastain succeeds to show the character as a sympathetic figure. Next Tuesday, 1.15am, Film4
The Spy Mystery
This period's another release from the filmmaker presents a espionage tale as sharp similar to the collars sported by the actor's British agent. He is tasked with uncovering a mole among the team from five suspects – among them is his own wife. Both actors are experts of understated style, leading to a delightful psychological game of truth or lie unfolds. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela participate the clever spy entertainment. Friday 17 October, multiple time slots, Sky Cinema
