Demi Moore’s win at the Golden Globes is a rare feat, especially for female actors in horror roles. The actress took home the award for Best Performance by a Female Actor in a Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy for her role as Elizabeth Sparkle in “The Substance”, a body horror film.
Moore’s character tells a dark and satirical story of a former Hollywood star who turns to a black-market drug to regain her youth. The film’s unique blend of humor and horror has earned Moore and writer-director Coralie Fargeat four nominations in the Globes’ Musical or Comedy category.
This win marks a significant milestone for female actors in horror films, with Moore becoming one of the few women to take home a Golden Globe award in this genre. The last time a woman won a Golden Globe for a horror film role was over 30 years ago, when Jodie Foster took home the award for her iconic performance in “The Silence of the Lambs”.
Moore’s win is also notable because it highlights the growing recognition of horror films as a legitimate art form. Director Coralie Fargeat has spoken out about how she believes horror should be recognized by the Oscars, and Moore’s win may signal a shift towards greater inclusion of these films in awards season.
“The Substance” is now streaming on Mubi and available to purchase or rent on video on demand.
Source: https://www.forbes.com/sites/timlammers/2025/01/06/why-demi-moores-golden-globe-for-the-substance-is-rare-horror-win