September 4th 2024.
In a recent interview, Demi Moore shared her experience while filming her latest movie, the Substance. The acclaimed actress opened up about the challenges she faced while portraying the lead character, Elisabeth Sparkle, in the body horror film. Along with her co-stars Margaret Qualley and Dennis Quaid, and director Coralie Fargeat, Moore has brought a chilling story to life on the big screen.
Playing a role like Elisabeth Sparkle was no easy task for Moore. In the film, her character is an ageing actress who turns to an experimental substance to reverse the effects of aging and remain in the spotlight. However, behind the scenes, Moore revealed that the intensity of the shoot took a toll on her. She even shared that she lost 20lbs during the filming process, and suffered from shingles. Margaret Qualley, who plays the younger version of Elisabeth, also faced challenges, dealing with "crazy acne" throughout the shoot.
Despite the difficulties, Moore was determined to give her all to the role. She explained that the film demanded it, and she was willing to bring everything she had to the table. The Substance, which has been receiving high praise and currently has an impressive 92% rating on Rotten Tomatoes, is not for the faint-hearted. Critics have described it as "relentless, thought-provoking, and morbidly fun," with Chuck Bowen from Slant Magazine calling it the "greatest performance" of Moore's career.
However, Moore admitted that one particular scene was very challenging for her. In it, Elisabeth is seen preparing for a date and changing her makeup, which turns into a heart-wrenching moment. Moore shared that she found it difficult to film, as she could relate to the character's struggles with trying to make herself look better, but only making things worse. The actress also revealed that the director, Coralie Fargeat, likes to do multiple takes, which took a toll on her skin and emotional state.
The Substance is set to be released in the US on September 18 and in the UK on September 20. Moore encourages audiences to watch it with an open mind, as the film tackles themes of aging, self-image, and the desire for perfection. She also hopes that viewers will appreciate the hard work and dedication that went into bringing this story to life.
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