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Max Minghella’s ‘Shell’ Opens on Theaters and Digital With Mixed Reviews

Early reviews spotlight Kate Hudson, with critics questioning the script, drawing comparisons to The Substance.

Overview

  • The film debuts in select U.S. theaters and on digital today, with rental availability set for Australia on October 30 and the UK on November 7.
  • Critics highlight the movie’s ’90s-inflected style, practical effects, body-horror elements, and a roughly 14-minute single-take sequence.
  • Kate Hudson’s turn as a wellness mogul is widely described as scene-stealing and the film’s standout performance.
  • Some reviews fault the writing and tone and argue that Elisabeth Moss feels miscast in the lead role.
  • Coverage frequently references its TIFF origins and notes recurring comparisons to Coralie Fargeat’s The Substance due to overlapping themes.