Prime TV Picks: Seven Essential Films This Week
Top Selection
The Substance Film
Director Coralie Fargeat's daring commentary tackles the demanding standards for women's appearance along with the dreaded aspects of growing older. The veteran actress delivers an inspired acting turn in the role of Elisabeth, a 50-year-old film star reduced to starring in an aerobics show on television. Forced aside due to her slimy boss Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she seeks out an enigmatic and gruesome treatment titled "The Substance". This produces a younger clone called Sue, culminating in an increasingly vampiric relationship between the two. October 17th, Paramount Plus
This Mystery Thriller
This classic whodunit mystery includes Knightley as Laura, a skilled journalist who takes some time off from covering global conflict to board a luxury cruise accompanied by a terminally ill wealthy inheritor and philanthropist, her husband, as well as other extremely wealthy individuals. But after a mysterious woman disappears from the ship during the evening and everyone insists she wasn't real, Laura's investigative instincts take over. Available now, Netflix
This Supernatural Story
The acclaimed director tests his directorial skills in this innovative supernatural story filmed completely from the viewpoint of a ghost. After a clan with Lucy Liu as Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe moves into their new suburban house, the camera – as the unseen entity – tracks their movements. The teen shows signs of aware of the poltergeist, and it seems guarding her. However, the motive remains? The premise is enjoyable that avoids overstaying, including a revelation that could catch you off guard. October 11th, afternoon and evening times, Sky Cinema Premiere
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Nicolas Cage fully commits to his eccentric image in this meta comedy caper. He acts as a self-obsessed film star named Nicolas Cage who accepts a $1m payday to visit a festive event in Mallorca for billionaire Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Hired by government spies to investigate the suspected cartel boss, the actor's unconventional method proves useful. October 11th, prime time, Channel 4
The Black Phone
Derrickson's contained scarefest remains effective despite the lack of a sequel. Set in 1978 Denver, multiple kidnappings has rendered the children on edge. When Finney is taken by “the Grabber” and imprisoned in a cellar, he fears a fatal end. Yet the non-functional line in the room keeps ringing, with ghostly voices providing assistance, as the intuitive nightmares of Gwen, his sister may be his salvation. A solid creepfest. This Saturday, late evening, Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the struggle between spirituality and money, it's a knockout win for Mammon in Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top true story about the fallen TV preacher and her criminal husband. Andrew Garfield acts as the venal Jim, who states initially, claiming divine approval for wealth. The couple commence capitalizing on the nation's religious faith. It's an extravaganza of poor styling, bad makeup and hypocrisy, yet Jessica Chastain succeeds to show Tammy Faye with compassion. Tuesday 14 October, 1.15am, Film4
The Spy Mystery
The current week's second offering from Steven Soderbergh is a intelligence thriller as precise as the polo necks used by Fassbender's UK spy. He receives a mission to discover a double agent within their ranks from a group of five – including is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. Both actors excel of deadpan cool, so a delicious mental battle of truth or lie takes place. Additional actors take part the clever spy entertainment. Friday 17 October, multiple time slots, Sky Cinema
