As a long-time fan of Demi Moore and her illustrious career, I was thrilled to see her take on such a unique role in “The Substance.” The film, directed by Coralie Fargeat, is a testament to Moore’s fearless approach to acting, as she delves into the world of body horror and transformative drama.
In the disturbing body-horror film “The Substance,” directed by Coralie Fargeat, Demi Moore portrays Elisabeth Sparkle – a once prominent figure in the entertainment industry who is abruptly dismissed from her fitness TV show by a detestable studio executive, played by Dennis Quaid. Overwhelmed and disheartened, Sparkle finds herself irresistibly drawn to an innovative experimental drug that claims to unveil a younger and improved version of herself.
If you’ve watched the trailer, you already have a preview of what follows: Sparkle decides to undergo an extraordinary transformation, injecting herself with a mysterious substance that leads to the emergence of a new version of Elizabeth Sparkle, called Sue, portrayed by Margaret Qualley, from her spinal cord. The unique rule for this body swap is that they must each occupy one body for a week without any exceptions. As you can imagine, a whirlwind of drama and surprises ensue rapidly.
Despite the intense scenes they portrayed, Moore and Qualley found their time spent together to be particularly pleasant. As Moore put it at the film’s L.A. premiere at the Directors Guild on Monday night to The Hollywood Reporter, “We quickly developed a mutual understanding that required minimal conversation and came effortlessly.” Moore added, “It’s a unique occurrence when this happens, and I believe we both just ‘got’ each other.
In the short conversation they shared, Qualley echoed Moore’s statement, saying, “Demi is someone you instantly feel connected to because of her genuine warmth and authenticity. Working with her was truly a delight, and it was a privilege to stand by her side as we navigated through tough times together.
To discover what she meant by “fire,” you should definitely catch the upcoming release, The Substance, available this weekend on Mubi. Interestingly, during her recent red carpet interview, Fargeat explicitly stated that she had no secret moves hidden when she presented the movie to Moore a few years ago. In simpler terms, she was upfront and transparent about the film’s content.
The director of ‘Revenge’ clarified, “I needed her to have no doubts about the movie; I wanted her to fully grasp its nature. I wanted her to know the extent of nudity involved in her role, the challenges of filming an independent production in France, and the duration of the project. I aimed to provide her with a clear mental image so that she could decide wisely for herself and for the movie.
To Moore’s astonishment, Fargeat found a partner in agreement, expressing that they couldn’t have asked for a more cooperative and brave companion on the film, which has been screened at festivals in Cannes and Toronto prior to its broad release. “I encountered someone I wasn’t familiar with before, someone who is extremely unconventional, very instinctive, risk-taking, and innovative,” Fargeat complimented her leading lady. “She thinks outside the box, and most importantly, she has strong instincts. And I believe she felt that the film was something unique, something brand new for her. However, it could bring something very powerful if it managed to be good.
Fargeat remarked: “Demi took the plunge. She exclaimed, ‘Let’s do this!’ She no longer worries and is experiencing a ‘who cares’ moment.
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2024-09-18 01:55