The Substance Is Now Available to Stream On Mubi

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The Substance Is Now Available to Stream On Mubi

Key Takeaways

  • “The Substance,” one of the best horror movies of 2024, is available for streaming on Halloween.
  • Directed by Coralie Fargeat, the film features extreme gore appealing to fans of body horror.
  • The movie was well-received by critics, achieving a 91% rating on Rotten Tomatoes and box office success.

As a seasoned gamer and horror movie enthusiast with a soft spot for body horror subgenre, I can confidently say that The Substance has left me absolutely spellbound! Having grown up watching Demi Moore grace the silver screen, it’s been an absolute pleasure to witness her deliver such a captivating performance in this film. The movie’s unique approach to the body horror genre, coupled with its powerful message about ageism and women’s struggles in Hollywood, makes it a must-watch for any horror fanatic like myself.

2024 saw the release of an outstanding horror movie titled The Substance, and I can’t wait for fellow gamers and horror enthusiasts to stream it! If you missed catching it in theaters, consider this a lucky break because it’s a must-watch flick for any horror fan.

“The Substance

Starting from November 1st, the disturbing body-horror film titled “The Substance” can now be streamed on Mubi. This is an opportune moment to watch such a chilling horror movie, especially given the recent resurgence of body horror in the film industry. Notable releases in this genre include Brandon Cronenberg’s “Infinity Pool.

The Substance Is Now Available to Stream On Mubi

People appeared to appreciate the movie for its boldness in startling viewers. The film centers around Elizabeth Shimmer (portrayed by Demi Moore), a previous Hollywood film star who currently hosts a television program. On her 50th birthday, she’s informed by her superiors that she’s too old to continue hosting the show and they aim to find a more youthful and alluring replacement. This leads Elizabeth to be presented with ‘the substance’, a supposed remedy for becoming younger and improved. Unfortunately, things don’t go as intended, and Elizabeth experiences a rather distressing and startling sequence of events instead.

In the realm of body horror films, “The Substance” offers some intensely disturbing visuals. The film doesn’t flinch from pushing the boundaries of what it can get away with, making it a very graphic and gory movie. However, it manages to do so in a distinctive way that goes beyond mere shock value. At its core, this film is about the challenges faced by women in Hollywood, particularly those who are past a certain age. This theme is clearly conveyed, and the writer/director skillfully employs the body horror subgenre to express it. It’s also exciting to see Demi Moore back on the big screen, where she delivers an outstanding performance. The movie also showcases a breakout role for Moore’s co-star, Margaret Qualley.

Despite being produced on a modest budget of $17.5 million, The Movie garnered an impressive global box office revenue of over $37 million. This feat was achieved despite its limited release in theaters worldwide and the buzz it generated, particularly following its screening at the Cannes Film Festival this year, was significant. Clearly, there’s a growing demand for engaging films among audiences today.

The Substance is now available to stream on Mubi.

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2024-10-31 15:24