Horror Film 'The Substance' Makes Oscars History With Body Horror Recognition

While Demi Moore missed out on Best Actress, the film's nomination and win for Makeup mark a milestone for the genre.

'The Substance,' a body horror film directed by Coralie Fargeat, became the first in its subgenre to be nominated for Best Picture at the Oscars.
Demi Moore earned a Best Actress nomination for her performance, though she lost to Mikey Madison of 'Anora.'
The film won the Oscar for Best Makeup and Hairstyling, recognizing its visceral and innovative practical effects.
Historically overlooked by the Academy, horror films saw increased recognition this year, with 'The Substance' and other genre films like 'Nosferatu' receiving multiple nominations.
The movie's success highlights a growing shift in Hollywood toward embracing women-led, subversive, and conceptually complex horror stories.