Prime Television Picks: 7 Can't-Miss Motion Pictures In the Days Ahead
Top Selection
The Substance Film
Director Coralie Fargeat's unflinching commentary tackles the demanding standards for female beauty and the dreaded aspects of advancing years. Hollywood star Demi Moore presents a masterful acting turn playing Elisabeth, a mature actress forced into presenting a fitness program on the small screen. Forced aside thanks to her slimy boss her manager Harvey, she undergoes a mysterious and gruesome procedure known as "The Substance". This produces a new version of herself named Sue, resulting in an increasingly toxic connection between them. Friday 17 October, the streaming service Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This classic whodunit mystery includes Knightley playing Laura, an ace reporter who takes a break from writing about international wars to board an opulent ship alongside a terminally ill Norwegian shipping heiress and donor, her partner, as well as other filthy rich passengers. However when a mysterious woman goes overboard overnight and all passengers claims she was never there, the reporter's sleuthing skills kick in. Available now, Netflix
Presence
The acclaimed director tests his creative boundaries with this clever paranormal narrative captured wholly from the perspective of a ghost. After a clan including mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe occupies their fresh home, the camera – AKA the Presence – shadows their actions. The teen shows signs of sensing the supernatural presence, and it seems defensive toward her. However, the motive remains? The premise is enjoyable that remains concise, featuring a surprise that could catch you off guard. October 11th, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, the Sky channel
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
The iconic actor wholeheartedly adopts his unique fame in this meta comedy caper. He acts as an egotistical celebrity named Nicolas Cage who agrees to a $1m payday to attend a festive event on the Spanish island for billionaire Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Contacted by the intelligence agency to investigate the alleged criminal, Cage's unconventional method is put to the test. October 11th, prime time, Channel 4
The Black Phone Horror
Derrickson's contained scarefest stands strong despite the lack of a follow-up. Taking place in 1970s Colorado, multiple child abductions has left the local kids anxious. Once Finney is taken by the villain and locked up in a dungeon, he dreads the worst. However, the disconnected phone mounted nearby repeatedly calls, with eerie communicators giving advice, and the intuitive nightmares from his sibling Gwen may be his salvation. A genuinely scary movie. This Saturday, nighttime, Film4
This Dramatic Portrait
In the conflict between faith and wealth, it's a knockout win for materialism in this director's delightfully tacky biopic of the disgraced religious broadcaster plus her lawbreaking partner. Andrew Garfield acts as the greedy Jim, who proclaims initially, claiming divine approval for wealth. The couple set about capitalizing on the nation's spiritual convictions. It's a riot of bad interior design, overdone appearance and bad faith, though the lead actress manages to show Tammy Faye with compassion. Next Tuesday, early morning, the Film4 channel
The Spy Mystery
The current week's second offering from Steven Soderbergh delivers a espionage tale as tight like the turtlenecks sported by the actor's British agent. His assignment is to identify a double agent among the team from five suspects – among them is his own wife. The two stars excel of deadpan cool, so a delicious psychological game of deception or honesty takes place. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela participate the clever spy entertainment. This Friday, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
