Prime Small Screen Picks: 7 Can't-Miss Motion Pictures This Week
Highlighted Choice
This Satirical Thriller
The filmmaker's unflinching commentary tackles the oppressive nature of feminine aesthetics as well as the dreaded aspects of ageing. Hollywood star Demi Moore offers a masterful portrayal playing Elisabeth, a mature celebrity demoted to hosting a workout series on TV. Edged out due to her slimy boss her manager Harvey, she seeks out a secretive and horrifying procedure called the Substance. This produces a younger clone named Sue, resulting in a steadily more toxic connection between them. October 17th, Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10
This classic whodunit thriller features the talented actress playing Laura, a skilled journalist who decides to take some time off from covering global conflict to join a high-end voyage alongside a terminally ill Norwegian shipping heiress and charitable figure, her partner, and other affluent guests. Yet once a mysterious woman falls into the sea overnight and everyone claims she was never there, her journalistic curiosity kick in. Out now, Netflix
Presence
Steven Soderbergh pushes his film-making abilities in this nifty supernatural story captured wholly from the viewpoint of the spirit. After a clan including mother Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe settles into their new suburban house, the camera – representing the ghost – follows them around. Chloe seems sensing the poltergeist, and the entity appears protective of her. Yet what is the reason? The premise is enjoyable that doesn't outstay its welcome, including a revelation you might not see coming. October 11th, multiple showings, Sky Cinema Premiere
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
The iconic actor fully commits to his unique fame via this meta comedy caper. He acts as a narcissistic celebrity playing himself who agrees to a lucrative offer to appear at a celebration at a Mediterranean location for the rich Javi Gutierrez. Contacted by the CIA to gather intel on the potential kingpin, Cage's “nouveau shamanic acting ability” is put to the test. October 11th, evening, Channel 4
The Black Phone Horror
Scott Derrickson's locked-room horror stands strong even without a sequel. Taking place in the late 70s in Denver, a series of disappearances has rendered the children on edge. Once Finney is taken by “the Grabber” and imprisoned in a dungeon, he fears the worst. However, the non-functional line mounted nearby continues to ring, with eerie communicators giving advice, and the prescient dreams from his sibling Gwen might rescue him. An effective horror. This Saturday, late evening, Film4
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the conflict between faith and wealth, it's a knockout win for Mammon in Michael Showalter's wonderfully garish biopic of the disgraced TV preacher and her criminal husband. The actor plays the corrupt Bakker, who states early on, claiming divine approval for wealth. The couple commence profiting from the people's religious faith. It's an extravaganza of bad interior design, excessive cosmetics and insincerity, though the lead actress succeeds to show the character in a likable light. October 14th, early morning, on Film4
The Spy Mystery
This week's second offering by the same director delivers a spy mystery as tight as the polo necks worn by Fassbender's British agent. His assignment is to identify a mole inside the organization out of five possibilities – including is his own wife. Each performer excel of calm composure, resulting in an engaging mental battle of fact versus fiction takes place. Additional actors participate the smart espionage amusement. Friday 17 October, multiple time slots, Sky Cinema
