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In this episode of Just That Film Podcast, we dive into The Substance (2024), Coralie Fargeat’s bold, provocative body horror that became one of the most talked-about films of the year.

Starring Demi Moore in a career-best performance alongside Margaret Qualley and Dennis Quaid, The Substance is a visually unforgettable and deeply unsettling exploration of ageing, beauty, fame, and society’s obsession with youth. Blending razor-sharp satire with shocking practical effects and intense psychological horror, it’s a film that’s impossible to ignore.

We discuss Coralie Fargeat’s fearless direction, Demi Moore’s extraordinary performance, the film’s breathtaking practical effects, unforgettable imagery, and the powerful themes hidden beneath the gruesome horror. We also explore why The Substance has become one of the defining horror films of the decade.

Winner of the Academy Award for Best Makeup and Hairstyling and nominated for Best Picture, Best Director, Best Actress, and Best Original Screenplay, The Substance proved that boundary-pushing horror can also earn major awards recognition.

Is The Substance a modern horror masterpiece, and is Demi Moore’s performance one of the greatest of her career?

🎬 Topics include:
• Demi Moore’s career-defining performance
• Margaret Qualley’s standout role
• Coralie Fargeat’s bold direction
• Incredible practical effects and body horror
• Themes of beauty, ageing, identity, and fame
• The film’s unforgettable ending
• Its Academy Award success
• Does The Substance deserve modern classic status?

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