Demi Moore’s shocking new film, The Substance, is taking the Cannes Film Festival by storm. With its explicit nudity and grotesque content, it has become the most revolting movie of the year. Moore, in her highest-profile role in years, plays fading actress Elisabeth Sparkle who takes an experimental substance to regain her youth. The film explores the horrifying consequences of breaking cardinal rules, leading to a climax that will make viewers nauseous. Critics have praised The Substance, calling it a body horror classic and applauding Moore’s demented performance. This is definitely a film for the sickos.
The Cannes Film Festival has been filled with eyebrow-raising movies this year. From Emma Stone’s gang bang scene in Kinds of Kindness to the controversial Donald Trump biopic The Apprentice and David Cronenberg’s death-obsessed film The Shrouds, the festival has pushed the boundaries of shocking content. However, The Substance takes it to a whole new level. With its blood, gore, and decaying corpses, this film embraces being a literal body horror. Not to mention the full-frontal nudity from its leading lady, Demi Moore. It’s safe to say that this is the most challenging and unexpectedly gross movie showing at Cannes this year.
Directed by Coralie Fargeat, The Substance tells the story of Elisabeth Sparkle, an A-list actress who is axed from her morning show. In an attempt to regain her youth and beauty, she takes an experimental substance that promises to transform her into a new and perfect version of herself. However, the consequences are far from what she expected. The film explores the gruesome and squelching secrets that Sparkle and her newfound younger self, played by Margaret Qualley, must hide as they try to maintain their glossy Hollywood lives. The explicit nudity and shocking content make The Substance a must-see for those who can handle its disturbing nature.
Critics and audiences alike have been blown away by The Substance. It has been described as insane, demented, and absolutely f**king insane. The film is being hailed as an instant body horror classic, reminiscent of Freaky Friday and The Fly. Demi Moore’s performance is praised for its intensity and commitment to the role. If you’re a fan of shocking and disturbing cinema, The Substance is the film for you. Just be prepared to lose your lunch during its nauseating climax.
Beyond Fest has dubbed Coralie Fargeat’s film as ‘the most bats**tf**king insane movie of the last 20 years’, describing it as a contemporary horror unlike anything seen before. The Substance has also received a commendable rating of 92% on Rotten Tomatoes, although it has faced criticism for its portrayal of the societal pressure on women to be thin and beautiful.
The movie revolves around an experimental medical substance that promises to make you younger, more beautiful, and more perfect. The film does not hold back in its depiction of body horror, showcasing flesh, blood, and monstrous transformations. Without revealing too much, the body horror aspect of The Substance is truly mind-blowing and will leave you in awe.
The story follows Elisabeth and Sue, two individuals who are connected by Elisabeth as ‘the matrix’. They must inject spinal fluid every day to ‘stabilise’ themselves. While one lives their life for a week, the other is confined to the bathroom, receiving nutrition through a tube. Breaking the rule of not exceeding seven days each becomes inevitable, much like feeding a Mogwai after midnight in the Gremlins movie.
Demi Moore’s transformation into a gremlin-like creature is a sight to behold, reminiscent of the terrifying unveiling of the Grand High Witch in the 1990 adaptation of Roald Dahl’s Witches. But The Substance doesn’t stop there. A brutal and violent fight ensues between Margaret Qualley and Moore, involving repeated head smashing into mirrors, resulting in blood-soaked faces and bodies being thrown across the room.
Margaret Qualley portrays Elisabeth’s ‘other half’ in this gripping film.
THE SUBSTANCE: A GROTESQUE AND HILARIOUS HORROR FILM THAT PUSHES BOUNDARIES
In the world of body horror, The Substance stands out as a truly outrageous and grotesque film that will satisfy the cravings of horror enthusiasts. From chicken drumsticks being pulled out of navels to vomit-inducing scenes, this movie does not hold back on delivering shocking and vile situations. The special effects department deserves applause for their nightmarishly impressive creation of a monstrous being, filled with arms, teeth, faces, slime, and flesh. It’s a true embodiment of high-camp drama and ridiculousness.
However, amidst all the horror and laughter, The Substance falls short when it comes to conveying a meaningful message. While it criticizes society’s unrealistic beauty standards and the pressures placed on women, it doesn’t offer any new insights or perspectives. The film’s climax, although uncomfortable, reminds us to be cautious about what we wish for. Dennis Quaid’s portrayal of a repulsive TV executive, Harvey, adds to the film’s commentary on the negative aspects of society.
At the Cannes press conference, Quaid expressed his excitement about being part of a pivotal moment in Julianne Moore’s career. Moore’s performance in The Substance marks a triumphant return, showcasing her talent and versatility. Overall, this film is a must-watch for those who enjoy grotesque horror and are not afraid to be entertained and disgusted at the same time.
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