Sci-fi Horror at Its Finest
Demi Moore and Margaret Qualley team up in Coralie Fargeat’s new horror satire, The Substance, which has been grabbing attention since its debut at Cannes. The film’s premise is a chilling sci-fi parable: Moore’s character, Elisabeth, a fitness celebrity who loses her job for the “crime” of turning 50, receives a strange offer. She injects a mysterious bright green liquid and transforms into a younger version of herself—Sue, played by Qualley. However, the transformation isn’t straightforward, leading to a horrifying time-sharing arrangement between the two women.
A Trailer That Delivers the Chills
The newly released trailer for The Substance doesn’t hold back on the unsettling visuals, culminating in a disturbing image of multiple irises and pupils breaking out inside a single human eye. The intensity builds as the trailer progresses, signaling that this body-sharing experiment will likely spiral out of control. The trailer also includes some bizarre, attention-grabbing footage, like Dennis Quaid aggressively shoving shrimp into his mouth—adding to the unsettling atmosphere.
Strong Reviews and Anticipation
The film received strong reviews at Cannes, with Moore and Qualley’s performances being especially praised. The Substance is shaping up to be a must-watch for fans of satirical horror that doesn’t shy away from pushing boundaries.
Release Date
The Substance debuts in theaters on September 20.
