Overview

• The Substance, directed by Coralie Fargeat, features Demi Moore and Margaret Qualley in a satirical take on beauty standards and ageism.
• Demi Moore plays Elisabeth Sparkle, a former star seeking a comeback, while Margaret Qualley portrays her younger, idealized self, Sue.
• The film employs practical effects by Pierre-Olivier Persin to create grotesque transformations, echoing classic body horror films.
• Critics highlight the film's dual nature, blending horror with humor, as it critiques societal pressures on women to maintain eternal youth.
• The Substance is now available for streaming, sparking discussions on its themes of vanity, identity, and the cost of beauty.