In the story of the movie «Substance», a famous actress decides to rejuvenate herself with a mysterious liquid and actually creates a «new version of a person» — with some horrific consequences.
Demi Moore takes on the role of the superstar, while her «rejuvenated» version will be played by Margaret Qualley («Poor Creatures», «Once Upon a Time in Hollywood»). The film is directed by Carolee Farja («Revenge»).
The film, which is presented as a satirical horror-thriller, debuted at the Cannes Film Festival, where it won the prize for best screenplay. The film «Substance» will be available in Ukrainian cinemas starting October 10.
«Elizabeth Sparkle — a real superstar and Oscar winner who hosts a popular fitness show, until the producer decides to find a younger replacement. And then The Substance — a mysterious cell replication drug that creates a better version of a human being, appears in Elizabeth’s life. This is how the beautiful Sue is born: younger, prettier, more perfect… And the consequences of this become surprisingly unpredictable», — from the official synopsis.
Tape «Substance» currently has a 92% rating on Rotten Tomatoes — with the official new«Certified Fresh». The reviews praise the excellent acting, the «innovative style of the film» and unexpected directorial decisions.