The Substance

96/100 💉 What a film. Demi Moore and Margaret Qualley have some career best performances in this film. Specifically, Moore who is freaking phenomenal. Her character’s angst and discomfort with her body image was perfectly captured through the immense immersion she had in this role. The cinematography was some of the most interesting and memorable all year. The framing was intricate, the lighting was brilliant, and the coloration was mesmerizing. The editing was perfect. Swift cuts, clever pans, and a suspenseful pace. Other major highlights were the prosthetics, the production design, and the direction. Consequently, The Substance is one of the best films this year.