The Substance, a gripping 2024 body horror from acclaimed director Coralie Fargeat. The film follows Elisabeth Sparkle (Demi Moore), a fading aerobics star whose career hits a dead end as she’s replaced by a younger model. Desperate to reclaim her youth and relevance, Elisabeth turns to a mysterious black-market drug that promises to make her a perfect version of herself. But perfection comes at a cost.
As the substance works its magic, horrifying side effects begin to surface, pushing her body and mind to terrifying extremes. With mesmerizing performances by Demi Moore, Margaret Qualley, and Dennis Quaid, The Substance masterfully blends psychological tension with grotesque transformation, taking viewers on a thrilling descent into obsession and self-destruction.