🔗 Share this article Finest Small Screen Selections: 7 Must-Watch Movies This Week Highlighted Choice The Substance Director Coralie Fargeat's bold satire examines the oppressive nature of women's appearance and the perceived horrors of advancing years. Demi Moore presents a masterful performance as Elisabeth, a mature film star forced into starring in an aerobics show on the small screen. Forced aside due to her slimy boss Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she undergoes a mysterious and gruesome treatment called "The Substance". This generates a new version of herself called Sue, leading to a steadily more vampiric relationship between the two. This Friday, the streaming service Paramount+ The Woman in Cabin 10 This Agatha Christie-esque thriller stars the talented actress as Laura, a skilled journalist who takes some time off from reporting on international wars to join an opulent ship alongside a gravely sick wealthy inheritor and philanthropist, her husband, as well as other extremely wealthy individuals. But after an enigmatic female falls into the sea one night and the entire crew denies she ever existed, Laura's investigative instincts take over. Available now, on Netflix Presence The acclaimed director tests his directorial skills with this clever ghostly tale shot entirely from the perspective of the phantom. As a family with Lucy Liu as Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe moves into their fresh home, the camera – representing the ghost – shadows their actions. The teen shows signs of conscious of the poltergeist, and it looks like protective of her. However, the motive remains? It's a fun idea that remains concise, featuring a surprise that could catch you off guard. October 11th, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, Sky Cinema The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent Cage wholeheartedly adopts his unique fame through this meta comedy caper. He portrays an egotistical celebrity named Nicolas Cage who accepts a million-dollar gig to appear at a celebration on the Spanish island for billionaire superfan Javi. Recruited by the CIA to spy on the alleged criminal, the actor's unique performing skills proves useful. October 11th, evening, Channel 4 This Creepy Thriller The director's contained scarefest remains effective even without a sequel. Taking place in the late 70s in Denver, several kidnappings has made the children frightened. When Finney is taken by the villain and held captive in a dungeon, he dreads a terrible outcome. However, the old telephone on the wall repeatedly calls, with ghostly voices offering help, as the intuitive nightmares of his sister Gwen may be his salvation. An effective horror. October 11th, nighttime, Film4 This Dramatic Portrait In the struggle between spirituality and money, the victory is clear for materialism in this director's wonderfully garish biopic regarding the shamed televangelist and her felon spouse. Garfield portrays the venal Jim, who declares initially, asserting religious justification for riches. Both individuals commence profiting from the nation's spiritual convictions. It's a riot of poor styling, overdone appearance and insincerity, yet the lead actress manages to depict the character in a likable light. Tuesday 14 October, early morning, on Film4 The Spy Mystery The current week's second offering from the filmmaker delivers a intelligence thriller as precise as the polo necks used by the actor's British agent. He receives a mission with uncovering a traitor within their ranks from a group of five – one of whom is his own wife. Both actors excel of calm composure, resulting in an engaging mental battle of deception or honesty unfolds. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela take part the smart espionage amusement. Friday 17 October, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema