Prime Television Selections: 7 Can't-Miss Films This Week
Top Selection
This Satirical Thriller
Director Coralie Fargeat's bold critique addresses the tyranny of female beauty as well as the dreaded aspects of advancing years. Hollywood star Demi Moore delivers a masterful acting turn playing Elisabeth, an aging celebrity reduced to hosting a fitness program on the small screen. Pushed out thanks to her deceitful superior her manager Harvey, she undergoes a mysterious and horrifying procedure called this experimental method. This produces a younger clone portrayed by Margaret Qualley, culminating in a steadily more vampiric relationship between them. October 17th, the streaming service Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10
This classic whodunit story features Keira Knightley as Laura, a skilled journalist who takes a hiatus from writing about world issues to join an opulent ship alongside a gravely sick wealthy inheritor and donor, her spouse, and other filthy rich individuals. But after an enigmatic female falls into the sea during the evening and everyone denies she ever existed, Laura's investigative instincts take over. Out now, Netflix
This Supernatural Story
The acclaimed director tests his directorial skills through this nifty paranormal narrative shot entirely from the viewpoint of the spirit. When a household featuring mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe occupies their recent residence, the camera – AKA the Presence – follows them around. The teen shows signs of conscious of the ghostly being, and it seems defensive toward her. However, the motive remains? The premise is enjoyable that avoids overstaying, with a twist that may be unexpected. Saturday 11 October, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, Sky Cinema
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
Nicolas Cage embraces his unique fame through this autobiographical spoof. He acts as a narcissistic film star playing himself who takes on a million-dollar gig to visit a celebration on the Spanish island for the wealthy superfan Javi. Recruited by the intelligence agency to investigate the potential kingpin, Cage's unique performing skills proves useful. Saturday 11 October, prime time, Channel 4
This Creepy Thriller
Scott Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller holds up well even without a continuation. Located in 1978 Denver, multiple disappearances has left the youth on edge. After Finney gets captured by “the Grabber” and held captive in a cellar, he anticipates the worst. Yet the disconnected phone mounted nearby repeatedly calls, with spooky callers giving advice, as the intuitive nightmares of his sister Gwen could save him. A genuinely scary movie. October 11th, nighttime, the Film4 channel
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the struggle between God and Mammon, the victory is clear for Mammon in Michael Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top true story of the disgraced religious broadcaster plus her lawbreaking partner. The actor plays the venal Jim, who proclaims at the beginning, claiming divine approval for wealth. The couple commence monetising the people's Christian beliefs. It's a spectacle of poor styling, bad makeup and insincerity, though the lead actress achieves to present the character as a sympathetic figure. October 14th, late night, on Film4
This Espionage Thriller
This week's additional entry from Steven Soderbergh delivers a spy mystery as sharp as the polo necks sported by Fassbender's UK spy. His assignment is to identify a traitor within their ranks from a group of five – one of whom is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. The two stars excel of understated style, resulting in an engaging psychological game of deception or honesty develops. The supporting cast join in the smart espionage amusement. Friday 17 October, various showings, the Sky channel
