Demi Moore Transforms in First Teaser for Body Horror Hit The Substance

It was one of the most controversial premieres at this year's Cannes Film Festival. SubjectNew horror movie from revenge Director Coralie Farguet. MUBI has released the first official teaser for the upcoming film, which features Demi Moore She plays an A-list celebrity whose career declines as she gets older – until she decides to take matters into her own hands.

Moore received critical acclaim for her daring performance in SubjectHIn this film, Elizabeth Sparkle plays a famous celebrity whose fitness program is put on hold by her misogynistic boss (Dennis Quaid). In an attempt to regain control of her image and career, Elizabeth takes a game-changing new drug. The eponymous drug promises to transform users into stunning, younger versions of themselves, but there's a catch: the results are temporary, and the side effects are truly dire.

Reviews from Cannes praised Subject For its thoughtful and terrifying satire of beauty and celebrity standards, with Moore's performance standing out as the best in years. Here's the official synopsis for the film Subject From MUBI, which will distribute the film this fall:

Have you ever dreamed of a better version of yourself?

You are. The best at everything.

You must try this product: The Substance.

changed my life.”

Demi Moore delivers the best performance of her career as Elizabeth Sparkle, a former star past her prime who is suddenly fired from her fitness TV show by the disgusting studio head Harvey (Dennis Quaid). She is then drawn to the opportunity presented by a mysterious new drug: the substance. All it takes is one injection and she is reborn – temporarily – as the beautiful twenty-something Sue (Margaret Qualley).

“The only rule is that time must be divided: exactly one week in one body, then one week in another. No exceptions. Perfect balance. What could possibly go wrong?

“A mercilessly funny and ruthlessly satirical film, director Coralie Farguet turns toxic beauty culture upside down with a fable that warns against everything you wish for. Explosive, provocative, and complex, THE SUBSTANCE marks the debut of a filmmaker with a thrilling vision.”

Watch the exciting first trailer for The Substance

Despite all the talk of body horror and gore, you might be surprised by the darkly comedic tone of the first trailer for the film. SubjectIt seems like a much-needed feminist successor. Death became herA 1992 satirical horror film directed by Robert Zemeckis, starring Meryl Streep and Goldie Hawn. Zemeckis' film took a similarly satirical approach to examining sexual beauty standards, and while Death became her It's gotten better over time, and there's no doubt that the subject benefits from a female perspective.

Margaret Qualley co-starred in the film. Subject Like Sue, the younger version of Elizabeth who unsurprisingly begins to compete for control of their shared body.

Subject

Elizabeth Sparkle, a fitness show star, is dealt a devastating blow on her 50th birthday when her boss fires her. In the midst of her ordeal, a lab offers her a substance that promises to transform her into an improved version of herself.

release date

September 20, 2024

exit

Coralie Fargeat

the show length

2 hours and 20 minutes

Distributor(s)

Moby

If you don't know director Coralie Farguet, I highly recommend watching her directorial debut, revengeThe film is now available on Shudder, starring Matilda Lutz as a young woman whose vacation with her wealthy boyfriend and his friends turns into a violent adventure, leading her on a brutal journey for survival.