The Substance: A Mind-Bending Body Horror Epic

A Fearless Takedown of Idealistic Beauty Standards

In Coralie Fargeat's visionary body horror film, "The Substance", Demi Moore stars as a Hollywood actress who undergoes a transformative procedure to turn back the clock, with terrifying consequences.

When Moore's character receives a mysterious treatment, she finds herself split into two selves: a young and vibrant version, and an old and discarded one. This surreal and unsettling scenario serves as a scathing commentary on societal beauty standards, identity, and power.

With influences from Kubrick, Carpenter, and De Palma, "The Substance" is a masterclass in fearless commentary on idealistic beauty standards. The film is a wildly entertaining body of work that uses extremes to hold up a mirror to our ridiculous beauty standards.

Starring alongside Moore are Margaret Qualley and Dennis Quaid, the film premiered at the 77th Cannes Film Festival to a standing ovation and critical acclaim. With its unique blend of horror, satire, and social commentary, "The Substance" is a must-see for fans of the genre.