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He body horror genreknown for causing discomfort through grotesque and disturbing physical transformations, once again attracts public attention with the new movie The Substance.
This film, directed by Coralie Fargeat and starring Demi Moore and Margaret Qualley, has captured the interest of horror film lovers, thanks to its shocking premise and the performance of its talented main actresses.
Since its first appearance at film festivals, the film has been critically acclaimed and has generated great interest on social media. Next, We tell you when and where you can enjoy streaming of this new phenomenon of horror.
What is ‘The Substance’ about?
The film The Substance, starring Demi Moore, has generated a strong impact on critics and the public by boldly addressing beauty standards, youth, and the pressure that the industry of entertainment exercises about public figures.
Through the lens of body horrorthe film raises profound questions about the obsession with appearance and the extreme measures that some people take to stay relevant in a world where superficiality and transience are everything.
In The Substance, Demi Moore plays Elizabeth Sparklea former television star and popular aerobics instructor who, after years of success, is abruptly fired due to her age.
Unable to accept her decline in fame, Elizabeth becomes obsessed with regaining her youth and place in the spotlight. In desperation, he resorts to a dangerous resource: a clandestine liquid known as “The Substance” which promises a radical transformation by allowing her to adopt a younger and improved version of herself.
The rejuvenated version of Elizabeth, played by Margaret Qualley and named Sueseems to be the perfect solution to your problems. However, the change is not permanent.
To maintain the young appearance, both versions of the protagonist must swap their bodies every seven days, which triggers devastating physical and psychological stresses.
As the plot progresses, the side effects of these constant exchanges begin to manifest in grotesque and disturbing ways, leading the story towards an internal duel: Elizabeth struggles to regain her former glory, while Sue, increasingly self-conscious,develops his own desires and ambitions.
The film thus portrays a relentless battle between vanity, ambition and the fear of oblivion, exploring the limits of the human body and mind in a society obsessed with eternal youth.
The Substance; When and where will it be released on streaming?
The film The Substance has quickly established itself as one of the premieres most anticipated in the body horror genre.
The outstanding performance of Margaret Qualley, added to the return of Demi Moore to horror films, promised an electrifying combination which has captured the attention of both fans of the genre and specialized critics.
The streaming premiere will be made through MUBIa platform that has gained popularity among new audiences for its selection of international and independent cinema, in addition to viral films such as The Substance.
Although still no official release date has been confirmed on MUBI, the film is still in theaters, offering the opportunity to enjoy it on the big screen in the meantime.
