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Coralie Fargeat’s ‘The Substance’ was my most anticipated movie of the year. It’s neon, horror, cerebral, has 80’s vibes, and a synth driven soundtrack. Everything I could want in a movie. This movie eviscerated my brain in the best way possible. I left the theater wondering what in the world did I just experience, but knew I wanted more.
The themes of this movie hit home for me as someone who deals with the pressure of unrealistic beauty standards.
Demi Moore gave her all to this movie and her performance blew me away. Margaret Qualley stole the scene every time she was on screen. Dennis Quaid plays a great sleaze ball. The actors understood the assignment.
That being said, if you’re not a body horror fan, this will be a tough watch. I was definitely squirming in my seat 😅 It also ran a wee bit long for me but do I want to see this again in a packed theatre? Yes.
The last movie that made me feel like this was Gaspar Noé’s Climax, and it does have a similar energy to it.
Overall, this movie was pure madness but utter genius and I highly recommend you go into this movie with as little knowledge as possible.
Sep 30, 2024
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not sure it blew my mind but i definitely can’t get it out of my head. so many disgustingly horrifying parts but i couldn’t look away. not for the faint of heart but an awesome film for sure
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I feel like I need to say that I was not prepared for this film. I saw the trailer and thought ‘hell yeah, looks cool’ - but I did not know the extents to where it would go. Deeply terrifying, had to watch fun little youtube videos so I could fall asleep.
Having slept off the sheer fear though, I haven’t been able to stop thinking about this movie. Potentially changed the relationship I have with myself.
See it in the cinema if you think you can hack it. However, I have realised that body horror is maybe not my thing lol
Sep 14, 2024
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Went to the theater after my shift yesterday to catch a showing and it made me want to treat myself better
What a movie though. The cinematography is very strong and I appreciated its feminist commentary. I highly recommend it if you don't mind body horror, which I thought wasn't even that bad but then the final act happened lmao
"In the meantime, take care of yourself."
Oct 24, 2024
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Let the Right One In (2008)
Martyrs (2008)
Audition (1999)
I Saw The Devil (2010)
Antichrist directed by Lars Von Trier (2009)
These ones aren’t for the faint of heart!
Apr 18, 2024
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I live in Chicago! Depending on where you're staying, there's a bunch of cool things to do as Chicago is a city of neighborhoods.
Wicker Park and Logan Square are popular neighborhoods to check out and they're on the cheaper end. California Clipper, Rainbo Club, and Common Decency are bars that are worth checking out. I know that Common Decency has a happy hour 4-6pm 7 days a week.
If you're into movies, check out the Music Box Theatre! It's a 95 year old arthouse movie theatre in the Southport Corridor/Lakeview neighborhood that shows independent and second run films. Speaking of Lakeview, Clark Street is pretty popular if you're going to check out Wrigley Field! There are bars up and down the block so you won't need to walk far to find a place to drink at for cheap.
If you need any more ideas or recommendations, let me know!
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