Demi Moore’s new movie -Afraid of Split- reveals another version of herself due to appearance anxiety

Demi Moore, the 61-year-old Hollywood icon, stars alongside Margaret Qualley in the thrilling film “The Substance,” which has been hailed as a landmark in body horror and is considered a strong contender for next year’s Oscars. Recently at Paris Fashion Week, Qualley found herself under scrutiny while interacting with BLACKPINK member Jennie, reflecting the harsh realities of survival that the film portrays.

In “The Substance,” both Moore and Qualley tackle the theme of beauty anxiety, vividly portraying the journey from “perfection addiction” to complete physical transformation in a shocking and intense manner. Despite the gruesome nature of their characters’ conflict on-screen, off-screen, they share a supportive bond. Qualley recalls her immediate fascination with the story when she first read the script, where she plays a younger, more beautiful version of Moore’s character, Elizabeth, who embodies the darker side of chasing perfection.

In behind-the-scenes interviews, Qualley emphasizes Moore’s electrifying performance, noting that watching her veteran co-star push the boundaries of acting was nothing short of inspiring. “We spent a few weeks together before filming in Paris, and I felt an instant connection with Demi. She’s incredibly intelligent, kind, and warm—it was easy to bond with her. Acting alongside her was significant; she truly radiates superstar charisma.”

“The Substance” tells the story of Elizabeth, played by Moore, a once-celebrated Hollywood star who struggles with aging and turns to a black-market drug known as “the perfect substance.” Through injections of cellular replication material, she creates a younger, better version of herself named Su, portrayed by Qualley.