In the realm of psychological thrillers which often have creepy scenes and unforgettable shots comes another disturbing movie The Substance. The fascinating body horror movie starring Margaret Qualley and Demi Moore has already got captivating reviews for its disturbing and raw visuals. It has been highly acclaimed by several critics and Moore’s impeccable performance.
The film’s plot revolves around Elisabeth Sparkle, who is an aged Hollywood star and wants to give back to her younger days in search of success. She takes a drug that transforms herself into a younger version of herself named Sue. The film also showcases how jealousy takes over Elisabeth as Sue becomes more and more popular.
While the film was mostly in discussion because of its disturbing visuals and horrific scenes, the film showcased issues of identity and the fallout from desire, providing a warning that has a profound cultural resonance today. At Cannes, the film received positive reviews and took home the Best Screenplay prize.
After having a great theatrical run, the film will be available on OTT platforms like Mubi and Prime Video. For fans in the UK, US, and other regions, the film will be available on Mubi from October 31st. It will be also available on Apple TV+, Prime Video, and YouTube for purchase or rental.
Mubi is not widely used in India in comparison to streaming giants Netflix, Prime Video, and Hotstar. Releasing The Substance on Mubi would be a tough watch for India and would affect the film’s overall viewership. Many people would hop on torrents to watch the film illegally due to a lack of sufficient OTT platforms. Only time will tell how fans will perceive this disturbing yet true reality of today’s film industry.
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