Finest Small Screen Picks: 7 Must-Watch Movies This Week
Pick of the Week
This Satirical Thriller
Coralie Fargeat's unflinching critique tackles the tyranny of feminine aesthetics and the perceived horrors of ageing. Demi Moore presents a brilliant portrayal as Elisabeth, an aging celebrity demoted to presenting a workout series on TV. Pushed out thanks to her unscrupulous employer her manager Harvey, she seeks out an enigmatic and horrifying procedure called the Substance. This generates a new version of herself named Sue, culminating in a progressively parasitic dynamic between the two. This Friday, the streaming service Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This suspenseful thriller stars Keira Knightley as Laura, an ace reporter who takes some time off from covering global conflict to join an opulent ship alongside a gravely sick Scandinavian billionaire and donor, her partner, and other extremely wealthy passengers. But after an enigmatic female goes overboard overnight and all passengers claims she was never there, Laura's investigative instincts kick in. Out now, the Netflix platform
Presence
The acclaimed director tests his directorial skills with this nifty supernatural story filmed completely from the viewpoint of a ghost. When a household featuring mother Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe occupies their fresh home, the lens – representing the ghost – follows them around. Chloe seems aware of the supernatural presence, and the entity appears defensive toward her. But why? This is an entertaining concept that remains concise, featuring a surprise you might not see coming. This Saturday, multiple showings, Sky Cinema Premiere
This Self-Referential Film
Cage fully commits to his unique fame via this meta comedy caper. He portrays a narcissistic film star playing himself who accepts a million-dollar gig to visit a birthday party in Mallorca for billionaire superfan Javi. Hired by government spies to gather intel on the potential kingpin, Cage's unconventional method comes in handy. This Saturday, prime time, Channel 4
The Black Phone
Scott Derrickson's locked-room horror remains effective without requiring a sequel. Located in 1970s Colorado, several kidnappings has made the youth on edge. After Finney gets captured by the kidnapper and locked up in a cellar, he fears a terrible outcome. But the non-functional line on the wall continues to ring, with spooky callers giving advice, and the prophetic visions of his sister Gwen could save him. A solid creepfest. Saturday 11 October, late evening, Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the struggle between faith and wealth, the winner is obvious for materialism in Showalter's delightfully tacky film adaptation regarding the shamed televangelist and her felon spouse. Andrew Garfield portrays the corrupt Bakker, who proclaims early on, claiming divine approval for wealth. He and Tammy Faye commence monetising the people's religious faith. It's an extravaganza of tacky decor, excessive cosmetics and bad faith, though the lead actress achieves to depict Tammy Faye with compassion. Tuesday 14 October, early morning, on Film4
This Espionage Thriller
The current week's second offering from the filmmaker is a spy mystery as tight like the turtlenecks sported by Fassbender's British agent. He is tasked with uncovering a traitor within their ranks from five suspects – among them is his own wife. Each performer are experts of understated style, leading to a delightful mind game of deception or honesty takes place. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela take part the clever spy entertainment. October 17th, multiple time slots, Sky Cinema Premiere
