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anderskorsgaard
Anders Korsgaard Pedersen
rated 10

Holy moly! A masterpiece in modern body-horror! Demi Moore is brilliant as Elisabeth/Sue, the sfx are amazing and the foley work and score is amazing! I'm blown away!

10 months ago
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Cast & Crew

Coralie Fargeat
As (uncredited)
Coralie Fargeat
Director
Dennis Quaid
As Harvey
Demi Moore
As Elisabeth
Ashley Lambert
As Additional Voices (voice)
Ranjani Brow
As Additional Voices (voice)

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In "The Substance," a once-celebrated aerobics star grapples with the harsh realities of aging and fading fame. At her lowest point, she encounters a mysterious drug that promises to deliver a younger, more perfect version of herself. The catch? She must share her time between both selves, living one week as the new incarnation and another as her original self. As she indulges in this surreal experience, the lines between identity and reality blur dangerously. What initially seems like an escape from despair quickly spirals into chaos, revealing the dark consequences of chasing perfection. This gripping tale explores vanity, obsession, and the haunting cost of ambition in a world obsessed with youth.

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You can stream The Substance on: Apple TV

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The Substance was released in theaters on September 26, 2024.