Hollywood’s latest Oscar-nominated shockfest, *The Substance*, proves the film industry is more obsessed with pushing boundaries than telling meaningful stories. This body-horror flick, starring Demi Moore, follows a fading celebrity who uses a dangerous drug to create a younger version of herself. What unfolds is a parade of grotesque visuals and bizarre plot twists that leave audiences wondering if the Oscars have lost their way.
Critics rave about the film’s boldness, but many viewers say it’s just plain gross. Scenes of eyeballs popping and body parts mutating feel more like cheap thrills than art. While Hollywood elites praise it as “daring,” regular folks are left scratching their heads. Is this what passes for great cinema these days?
The movie’s Oscar nomination for Best Picture highlights a troubling trend. Films like *The Substance* rely on shock value instead of timeless storytelling. Remember when movies like *Titanic* or *No Country for Old Men* won awards? Those films had heart and depth. Now, the Academy rewards movies that prioritize gore over substance.
Demi Moore’s performance is getting buzz, but let’s be honest—her character’s journey is a mess. The plot holes are big enough to drive a truck through, and the message about aging feels shallow. Instead of celebrating wisdom or resilience, the film wallows in fear and disgust. It’s a far cry from the inspiring stories Hollywood used to tell.
Conservatives have long warned about the left’s obsession with tearing down traditions. *The Substance* fits right in. It mocks beauty and glorifies decay, pushing a nihilistic worldview. While the Left calls this “progress,” it’s really just another attack on the values that hold society together.
The Oscars keep rewarding films that alienate mainstream audiences. *The Substance* might please film snobs at Cannes, but most Americans would rather watch a movie that doesn’t make them queasy. Hollywood’s disconnect from everyday people has never been clearer. When did “art” become synonymous with “disgusting”?
Even some liberals admit the film is a misfire. Online forums are filled with viewers calling it overhyped and confusing. One user joked it’s like a bad remix of better movies. But the Academy doesn’t care what real people think. They’d rather pat themselves on the back for being “edgy” than honor films with real heart.
In the end, *The Substance* is a symbol of Hollywood’s decay. Instead of uplifting stories, we get shock tactics and empty provocation. Conservatives know that true art reflects truth and beauty—not just whatever twisted idea wins approval from out-of-touch elites. This movie might have Oscar gold, but it’s fool’s gold for the rest of us.
