The Substance - Review
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- Опубліковано 20 вер 2024
- Director Coralie Fargeat brings one of the year's most twisted, memorable movies to theaters, starring Demi Moore and Margaret Qualley.
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I saw this at TIFF and got to sit right behind the director, so on top of having the time of my life getting to witness this thing, it was also great to watch her react to the audience reactions. She clearly knew she made something special (especially by then)!
Omg, that’s so cool!
How crazy is that!?!
Unforgettable experience!
So...is this better than Neon Demon?
I Would've asked her like 30 questions 😭😭. I would feel so bad. I love this movie though lmaoooo
I love how Dennis Quaid plays a crazy manipulative producer named "Harvey", not so subtle at all 🤣🤣
Indeed not. But I couldn’t imagine him having another name, given the rest of the film.
This movie is INSANE. Saw it last night, the body horror rivals Cronenberg at his most unhinged. Act 3 will never be topped.
Rivals Cronenburg?? Like stands up to Naked Lunch and Videodrome? I mean they left marks....
@@LuisDiaz-fs8uh it rivals the Fly
it's THAT good, see it immediately
This movie shocked more people than Cronenberg’s own movie in Cannes, and that is saying a lot
The last act is crazy. Reminded me of Cronenberg, Verhoeven, dePalma....
Someone told me that if I enjoyed "Titane", "Crimes of the Future", and "Infinity Pool", I should see this. And I love all three of those, so...
Infinity pool is another movie I was 100% thinking about
I loved Titane and IP and really didn't like COTF, so maybe that explains why I was mostly on board for this one but not fully.
I literally just finished and I gotta say Demi Moore is HER …..she owned that role
i am trauamatized
@@theabeltesfaye it’s fucked for real lol I love it
Just saw it. All I can say is
Oh. Yeah, I’m still here, I’m just in shock.
Same. As a man in society with two daughters, I don’t feel good about myself after that movie. What a bold film to make.
Thanks for all you do for movies, Dan
C'mon... don't exaggerate.
When he sees a good movie, he brings it to our attention and advocates for a lot of indie films that wouldn’t otherwise get much exposure.
@@endwigast5212 Right after you stop being an ass.
DAN PLLEEEEEAAAASSSSEEEE DO A SPOILER REVIEW!!!!!!!!! I want to listen to people discuss this movie for hours
This has been one of my most anticipated films for some time. So happy to hear it delivered for you!
The thing I kept thinking the whole movie was, if there's no shared consciousness, so Elisabeth doesn't get to enjoy the benefits of being "Sue", what's the point? There's no upside for her.
I think the film is deliberately vague whether or not they share a consciousness. It could be argued she is experiencing both because they are “one”. To me it makes it more interesting looked at this way, as her two experiences create tension with one another
Yes! That's the part I don't understand either. I haven't seen the film yet but from all the review I've seen about the plot, what does Elisabeth get out of this?
I haven’t watched the film, but I wonder if it came from a sense of “I need to stay relevant”, “it doesn’t matter as long as I get the benefit of my name being out there and somewhat associated to the fame”. A lot of people can get disillusioned and go to great lengths to maintain their status in society when they’re about to lose it all.
@@chrissolace but her name isn't out there. The other her looks different, has a different name, and is a completely different person to everyone else
That’s what I said too to brother. It doesn’t make sense.
You just picked my next movie for movie night.
I'm rolling that D20.
I am a bit squeamish, so this is probably something I would try to watch at home with just one eye open and my finger on the "off" button.....just in case. Sometimes my curiosity just gets the best of me and I really want to see what has made such a big impression on others, even it if the experience is challenging.
There are probably some scenes you want to look away, but I would still recommend it since it is not only gore and horror and disgust, it also has something to say. Also, it's just very well executed; writing, direction, acting, sound design, production design, etc. It all comes together wonderfully in a hot mess of a third act.
@@MartijnPenningsAgreed - I was a little scared to see this and it was definitely gross at times, but so worth it.
i saw it last night and saw probably a quarter of it covering me eyes
Lol, same here. I wish they would release a “mercy censoring” version for people like me with weak stomachs. I wanna watch this so badly, but I know it will mess me up!
@@Sishel TBH, i sometimes preferred the "edited for TV" versions of violent or gory movies. The pertinent parts were still there but things that really bothered me were not.
My (involuntary) empathy makes many movies extremely unpleasant to watch. I once got a sore neck from involuntarily recoiling when a movie character was hit in the face. for goodness sake!
I no longer watch broadcast TV. Do the major networks even show "edited for TV" movies anymore?
I LOVED this film. The audience was incredibly respectful even though I thought it would've been kinda fun if we were all reacting. I can't wait to see this again. Can't believe this film was made with such a recognizable star.
Just read the synopsis on Wikipedia and that is the only way I will be experiencing this movie.
Same.
Personally, I think people are overplaying the body horror aspect of the movie. It really isn't that made...or maybe I'm just f*cked up, lol.
One could argue that Betelgeuse, Betelgeuse has body horror in it (which it technically does)...but no one is squeamish about that. Honestly, I have seen much worse.
@@69johndzhmmm… I’m super intrigued by this film, but I’m afraid my stomach is not strong enough; exactly how gory are we talking about? I saw Beetlejuice Beetlejuice, and the body horror is so cartoonish and campy, it didn’t affect me. But this film seems to be on another level.
@@Sishelit is
Margaret Qualley is actress Andie McDowell's daughter.
“…. Seen through the eyes of Society.” Nice shout out to Brian Yuzna, intentional or not.
Ooooh, intriguing premise! I hope it does well in the box office.
well*
Saw this yesterday night, and it was amazing, the gradual absurdity just kept me on my toes and essentially gave me what i wanted by the end. One of my favorite horror films this year by far!
Based on this review why do I feel it's in the same "genre" as "Requiem For A Dream"
Requiem leaves you crushed, depressed and without hope. This one (at least for me) left me extremely confused, grossed out, laughing and very happy about what I saw. It’s an experience.
Nah. It’s this generation’s Thing or The Fly it sounds like.
@@Sharpe1502yes, this. Although there were scenes jn Requiem that made me want to look away out of disgust (like poking the needle into a disintegrating vain), The Substance turns everything up to 11. It truly lives up to the hype.
It tries really hard to be as good as Requiem for a dream. I don't understand what the Cannes judges were thinking when they gave the best screenplay to this.
I saw it last night and there was DEFINITELY a specific scene that reminded me of Requiem for a Dream. My friend and I even both said it to each other at the same time haha
Saw this last night and the third act made me laugh the hardest I've had in the cinema in forever, I can see it being extremely divisive. It also put me off boobies and food so well done Coralie.
Seeing it tomorrow, and I can’t wait!
The substance is not only the best film so far of 2024 it is the best female directed film of all time. Its insane. Its depraved. Its absurb. It is a film that is so compelling and unforgettable you can't take your eyes off of it for a second. Its requiem for a dream meets the fly meets Barbie but far more epic than any of those films.
If there is any justice this film makes $100 million and gets ten Oscar nominations.
10/10
The movie has a 89% critics score and 82% Audience Score on Rotten Tomatoes, a 8/10 IMDB rating, and a 4.1/5 on Letterboxd. I think it's safe to say that most ppl are loving this, the "divisiveness" that most ppl have brought up doesn't seem to be in play here.
Normally, I would have passed on this one, but now I’m really intrigued. Thanks, Dan!
Hey Dan, I have a question for you as it’s a debate I have often: do you feel when directors use that much body horror that they lack in their story telling? My gf feels that when a director puts an obscene amount of blood or even violence it’s a sign they can’t tell a good story without resorting to such a shock and awe technique. A sort of ‘I don’t know how to keep the audience’s attention so let me put something to get them’ type thing. I can see her point in some cases but I also argue against it as I understand that some stories may require such lengths to convey the theme. I’m curious on your thoughts about it tho.
I saw it at a midnight screening at a film festival and it might be one of the best theatrical experiences I’ve had this year
Could someone explain the significance of the dragon robe Sue wears?
My interpretation, outside the themes of beauty standards and societal expectations there was also the theme of Substance abuse. Chasing the thrill of that "first high" a.k.a "Chasing the Dragon"
The movie begins and continues with the subtlety of a firework, and spirals into incredibly realised body horror, almost slapstick dark comedy, and an ending that's shot and delivered with palpable anger. At least my ears definitely felt angry at the end lol
Loved the polarized recommendation outcomes you described!😂
I wouldn't watch it, body horror isn't for me, but I'm glad it got made.
I'm not into body horror, I may have to wait until I can pause and gather the courage to continue.
It’s honestly a rough watch in that regard, I love practical effects and have a strong ability to rationalize it as fake in real time, but this one had some grrrroooss stuff in it I had to watch through my fingers
If you're not into body horror you should honestly wait
As I mentioned before, visually it is not much different than Betelgeuse, Betelgeuse. If you can handle that, you should be able to handle most of this. It's kind of cartoony because of the lighting. Sure, the context is different but, it really isn't that bad in my opinion.
EDIT: Someone below mentioned "Requiem for a Dream"...see, I would argue that that movie is MUCH WORSE than The Substance (for comparison).
@@69johndz Okay, so it’s as scary as Beetlejuice 2 but not as scary as requiem for a dream? What? Lol
@@botanicus2921 No...I said that Requiem is an example of much worse body horror. I think Requiem is legit disturbing, lol.
Sounds a bit like 2016 "The Neon Demon" (Which I thought was great )...... Guess I should go see The Substance. Thanks Dan 🙂
I definitely got Neon Demon vibes! It's a decent measure of if you'll enjoy it.
Saw it last night.... bonkers, imaginative...
I loved Revenge and I'm glad her followup is this mindblowing.
I haven’t seen the movie yet but can you clarify one thing for me. When the “other body” is walking around, the younger one, is it the same brain that’s being shared, or is the real person just completely unconscious and have no idea what’s happening while they aren’t the active one? Like when the real one wakes up do they know what’s happened?
Just got out of the theater seeing this and this has now become my favorite movie of the year. Dune part 2 was my favorite until now.
At the end, i think the more risks u are willing to take and the clearer your voice as a filmmaker becomes, the bigger success you'll face !!! Can not wait to watch it!! Greetings from Mexico!
I saw the trailer for this in theatre. My jaw dropped and looked at my wife in silence. I have to see this movie..
Truly FEARLESS filmmaking and acting - just incredible!
Demi definitely deserves award nominations for her role in this film.
I saw this movie tonight and I'm still processing it. What a batshit crazy movie lol!
I won't be home for a week, so will probably miss it as i don't expect this to last long in theaters. If it is there next Friday, i will be checking it out
I really wanted to give this a chance but the more I hear and read the more I think I can't, and I don't want to apologize for that decision. I haven't yet recovered from the hot dog fingers in Everything Everywhere All At Once so I'm pretty sure this would ruin my life. I'm happy for everyone else who can enjoy this stuff, and I always enjoy your reviews.
It was so fun to watch this in a packed theater, sharing all the gasps and laughs and audible cringing. I think only one person walked out early
Don’t eat and watch that’s my advice
Fun for the whole family. Kids under 8 will love this movie.
I’d say many a 7 year old will be flipping a coin by years end as to whether Despicable Me 4 or The Substance was their favourite movie of the year.
Body horror has been in many films ,Freddy's revenge,1985 DEMONS/DEMONI,just to name a few but this film literally is on a level of horror I never knew existed, it's beyond crazy ,jaw dropping and so fkng entertaining and gruesomly smart, definitely on a human centipede level of horror
I have watched it in Moscow tonight and it is absolutely about experience and feeling, not about pleasure of watching.. Totally would recommend it to people, who are more about art
Looking forward to this one, Dan! Have a great weekend, sir.
This movie is CAMP AF. This is my favorite movie of the year hands down. It’s gross but it’s so deep. There’s so much to unpack here. It’s edited incredibly. To explain the plot is to give away so much. It’s better to know as little as possible. Demi Moore is absolutely incredible. Margaret Qualley is electric. She should be the next Wonder Woman. Cast her now!!!
I first became aware of Qualley in Kojima's Death Stranding, the crazy dancer in Spike Jonze perfume ad and Fosse/Verdon. She's earned her indie credentials and interested to see what she'll do next. I will say this film starts VERY arthouse, but the third act is pure joyous bonkers Screaming Mad George territory 😄
So essentially, it supports what it criticizes?
Just look at the women being championed and focused on via the film itself..they’re not the victims of societal expectations, they’re the beneficiaries.
....you should actually see it
I'm so excited to see this. My most anticipated film of the year. REVENGE is my second favorite Revenge film behind Old Boy. Her and Julia Ducournau are my 2 David Cronenberg Acolytes that I will watch whenever they release!
So Demi Moore is the next snub a la Toni Collette/Hereditary?
I do not do well with body horror but this concept sounds so awesome.
Thank you for the video so I can enjoy the aspects of this film that I can.
It’s brutal I mean brutal brutal brutal
I'm seeing it Sunday. Can't wait!
Saw it Tonight in the theatre, loved every bit of it! During my screening 5 people walked out of the movie at the end. 😅 Surprisingly there were a lot of couples at the screening. Must be very awkward during some scenes haha. I had a blast from start to finish. 👌🏻
Had to stop the review at 1:46 because it felt like Dan was going to start sharing plot details I'd rather experience first hand from the movie.
I love seeing Demi getting her flowers. She is so talented.
Visual masterpiece and very intense
Saw this last night and was blown away, truly the craziest movie I have ever seen!
The Fly traumatized me on body horror. Is this in the same ballpark?
Yup
@@Scarflix oof. Well, let’s give it a go.
THANKS GOD :
Fortunately, I didn't know that the movie Substance was a horror film because I never watch horror movies. I'm too sensitive. And I'm a 45yrs old lady. It hadn't crossed my mind that it could be an actual horror film from the trailer. Just thought it would be a one of kind intense suspens movie. Oh boy... . So I left before the last 30 minutes because I thought that the person who imagined this film was too psychologically disturbed. Feeling like a waste of my time and I went to bed very annoyed by the crazyness.
BUT, I woke up this morning realizing and understanding all the many subtle messages underneath, after all the discomfort of the images... and those messages are magnificent!
It’s written indeed in the film: “it will change your life.” I woke up this morning and indeed, it has changed my life. I remembered that society, as it is structured, puts such pressure on body image and success, that it drives crazy any human being who has a very harsh image of their body and is unable to accept it as it is. As a result, this brings problems of bulimia, perfectionism, loneliness and madness. All displayed properly in the movie. It also highlights the fact that when we are still young, during the part of youth (every second week in the movie so the parallel helps us witness the direct impacts), we abuse our bodies out of selfishness and fear of rejection, but all this will have an impact on our health when we are old.
So Good luck to all the social media haters who judge others and actors for their physical appearance. Now I'm just happy, I don't care. If people criticize me, find me old or ugly, I don't care. I'm just happy not to be 85yrs old yet and not to have skin and knee and health problems 😅. So there you go, because everyone will surely one day suffer too from health, skin, and knee/back problems, and they will be 85 too If they are lucky enough not to have collapsed from a cancer beforehand, then stop criticizing other appearances 🤷🏻 we should also be happy not to all look alike lol since accepted beauty is very limited to a certain body type.
Last but not least, The actress Demi Moore has all my respect; I have never seen an actor give so much of themselves!
❤
Dennis Q: Joker 2? Hold this🍺
Out of all the things that you could say about this movie, the thing I don’t get is why they would use the girl playing Sue. Her teeth/smile is SOO distracting. It’s not believable at all that this girl would be embraced by the world as gorgeous. Out of the billions of people on earth we could’ve have found someone believable?? I like Qualley, but not as the “hottest women on earth.”
I have a tough time with modern horror, I'm squishy like that, so even though it would make me miss a lot of the art and craft on display I would love a novelization of this to experience the story.
… squishy? LOL. Yeah, this one will give ya the weebies, that’s for sure.
They definitely are one person. They keep reminding you that they are one person with one mind. She just develops a different personality depending on which body she’s in.
I agree that the two are one person - but I think it's clear that neither of them remembers what the other one has done when they wake up.
@@DanMurrellMoviesI mean I’ve definitely woken up after a rough night and thought “what did I do?” But I was still the same person. And Sue has Liz’s memories that’s how she knows where she works and where to get her packages. I don’t think the movie is telling you they have two different minds I think it’s telling you that she’s developing a second persona.
I didn't hate it. The biggest problem with the movie is that it is a Black Mirror episode dragged out to 2hrs and 20minutes. That is way too long for this premise. In a 43 minute episode, you don't question the logic or the premise. However, stretched out to 2hrs and 20mintes, you realize the movie contradicts itself. Maybe I am taking it too literally but, Elizabeth's motivation and her relationship with Sue doesn't make sense. I will say this...Demi Moore is amazing in the film (all the actors are actually). Also, the movie is shot beautifully. I am so glad that this move exists and Hollywood is starting to embrace weird sh!t again. It reminds me of the 80s and 90s where you could theatrically release a movie about ANYTHING. And between The Substance and Am I Racist....it looks like Hollywood might be embracing risk again. But, the movie is too f*cking long and the script (and the premise) needed to be tightened up a bit.
I enjoyed the director's other film, "Revenge" much more.
I am way too squeamish to watch this movie, but hey, much respect to any director taking chances and just going all in with their filmmaking.
I saw this movie last night & I'm still processing the utter madness that I saw.
I'm leaning in the direction of REALLY liking it; I just felt like it ran a bit longer. Other than that, it's a fookin masterpiece.
Drumstick . Talk about jaw on the floor . Shocking at the highest degree .
I don't know how much i will like this movie, but i can't remember how long it has been since the last time somebody came up with such an original idea, So there is no way i am missing this one.
hell yeah
I was very indifferent bec I loved everything till that last 30 mins. “3 months later” was when the film dropped off for me. Not that I hated it but just didn’t fully work for me
So this is Demi Moore’s third act Oscar play.
Looks good!
I can't handle body horror movies, but I will be sure to recommend this to my friends who do like movies that are happy to go to dark, interesting places. I'll have them watch your review first so they kind of know what they are getting into, lol
Is this another “Beau is afraid” type thing? Cause I truly HATED that one 😁
But I’ll check it out! Consider me intrigued
Alright I was planning to wait for it to come on streaming but you sold me on it being worth a movie ticket.
ya killin it Dan!
I adored this movie, caught it at an early screening! 10/10
I couldn't stand 2017's Revenge.
I absolutely loved the production design of the film, specifically the choices they made with Sparks’ apartment. There are next to no pictures inside her apartment or let alone in any other room. The only picture she has is of her. She has no family or friends that are in her life. Her legacy and her beauty is all she has. There is so much more to compact with this film, and I cannot wait to see it again.
Is the movie substantial?
I cant even tell you how excited i am for this movie!! Love Lies Bleeding was so good, I need more disgusting lady-focused body horror in my life
I watched it tonight. I'm a little nauseated....
Fargeat has only made 2 films, 7 years apart. I wonder how she survives financially and who is funding her films.
I wonder as well. Very interesting.
That's an interesting thought I hadn't considered lol. Now I'm curious. Perhaps she's got a day job. Perhaps she's got a trust fund. Possibly works in the arts on the regular and saves up for next projects.
@@storebrandryan 👍
Definitely on my watch list
The wall is undefeated
Holy Crap 😱😱😱😱😱😱This was one of the most scariest horrifying body horror I’ve seen in a very long time 😱😱😱😱😱 I don’t think I can sleep tonight…
I'm seeing it tomorrow and I'm really looking forward to it. My only concern is that I'm a bit squeamish about in blood in real life (not usually in films), so I'm hoping I'll be okay.
I shared my opinion on my fb page earlier and echoed much of Dans' opinion. This is a damn good movie, it has a very important 'message', the acting by the lead actresses is stellar and the only reason neither will get nominated will be the Oscars bias against non-mainstream vehicles. I also said that if you are squeamish or easily offended, you will not enjoy this movie, but if you gave it a chance, it would be worth it. Myself, I see the Oscars recognizing at least three things for noms- the screenplay, the make-up and Dennis Quaid for best supporting actor. Yes, he will get an acting nod before either Demi or Margaret- because he is a male and it is not a lead role. The battle for Demi/Margaret will be to be nominated, and even if they manage that, they will not win with todays Oscars voters. And that is a pity.
I’m absolutely going to roll the dice on this one. It sounds like a blast!
now I want to watch it even more. I loved revenge and noted the 'male gaze' there too and was fascinated when I found out that the director was female. Thanks for the warning though
I won't say I was the neutral viewer of this movie who you said won't exist, but I will say I didn't love it or hate it. I was pretty much on board with a lot of it, but definitely thought the last 30 minutes or so was not as strong as the rest. It seems like some of the ideas didn't fully land, but I'll still take bold and daring stuff like this over Borderlands shlock a billion times out of a billion.
The Rejuvenator (1988 )in Dr Dolittle…….(Eddie Murphy version)
Wait, they do have the memories of the other self surely?
Otherwise why would Elizabeth keep switching with Sue at all?
Not a body horror person. I will have to wait till it comes out online or something so that i can take pauses or stop it altogether.
Nailed it. You absolutely nailed it. I so appreciate your critique - and the profound humanity and curiosity you bring to your work.
Was that hallway floor a nod to The Shining?? ❤
Poor Things won a bunch of Oscars and that wasn't a mainstream film.
It's interesting to me you say they don't share each other memories - because I watched through the lenses that they did share the same conscious. My friend I saw it with thought like you did though. My reason for thinking they're the same conscious is because why wouldn't Demi Moore just stop doing it if she didn't have any of the memories or feeling of the younger person and being famous like what would she be gaining? I also thought the way she examines her new body and stretches and explores it felt very much like an older person excited and in disbelief about being back in such a young form. I can see why at times it felt like they were different through the language, and the fight scene, but I think it's actually just showing that Elizabeth is unable to rationalize being old or going back and can't accept that this older person is her after she has the experience of being young so that's why she refers to Sue as "her". If they are different conscious that also takes a lot of the horror out of the final act because if it's a new conscious in the monster what's so horrible about that it's not like you've become that thing you are just that thing? When she wakes up for Sue the first time she also isn't confused or scared about what's going on and knows exactly how to follow the instructions of the drug. I watched the movie as if they shared a conscious and I'll continue to view it that way until I watch it again but it's interesting to hear you and my friend say they were completely separate.
Also after Sue uses the activator substance on herself and turns into the monster the monster gets on stage and says it's still me sue implying it's the same conscious. Also if it was separate entities the monster wouldn't have felt the need to cover up with her original self's face. When Elisabeth undergoes the intial acitviation i feel like we also see what it's like from the perspective of her conscious with all the lights as if she traveling through a narrow tunnel. The more I think about it the more clear it is they are some entity and I think that's a huge point of the film - people can't rationalize their real selves with their fake self especially their perfected online persona. I think that's a big part of the fight scene as well this inability to accept reality and accept yourself and accept the human condition.
Can anyone tell me if this movie will piss me off if movies like Possession, Martyrs, and Midsommer all did? I hated those movies but they seemed similarly decisive based on Dan’s review of this. I like weird movies, so I’d be happy to hear if it has nothing in common with those movies.