Demi Moore expresses discomfort with a close-up shot of her behind in a new film.

Oscar buzz surrounds Moore's film 'The Substance'

Demi Moore expresses discomfort with a close-up shot of her behind in a new film.
Demi Moore expresses discomfort with a close-up shot of her behind in a new film.

In one scene of the film, director Coralie Fargeat filmed Moore's butt from a low angle, under bright lights.

"Moore expressed his dislike for the up-close and personal shot in Elle magazine, stating, "It's like, ugh," and adding, "It bugs the s--- out of me.""

Demi Moore looks slightly to her left in a red and black strapless dress at "The Substance" Los Angeles premiere
Demi Moore, pictured at the Los Angeles premiere of "The Substance," doesn't love the movie's shot of her butt. (Chad Salvador/Variety via Getty Images)

Moore, who has publicly spoken about her disordered eating history, remained committed to preserving the film's authenticity, which portrays a woman battling aging and isolation by resorting to a black market drug to achieve a youthful appearance, and did not request any changes.

Moore stated that she did not request any changes because she believed it was crucial to a larger purpose. She felt that any difficulties or revelations of her own insecurities were justified if she contributed to the discussion.

Demi Moore on the cover of Elle magazine in a purple ombré dress
Demi Moore on the cover of Elle magazine (Felix Cooper)

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Director Fargeat has also spoken about the scene and its importance.

"Fargeat stated in an interview with Letterboxd Magazine that the a-- in his film is a powerful symbol of how our bodies are not neutral in public spaces. He explained that our bodies are constantly scrutinized, shaped to please men's eyes, and objectified, detached from the person who simply bears them."

In the film, Moore also wears intense and disturbing prosthetics.

Demi Moore in a red leather jacket leans forward and puts her elbow on her knee
Demi Moore went nude in the film and also wore intricate prosthetics.  (Felix Cooper)

She expressed gratitude for her ability to remain still and calm, which allows her to enter a meditative state and shift within her character.

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Demi Moore in a black sleeveless turtleneck looks slighly to her right on the carpet
Demi Moore at the Los Angeles premiere of "Landman" at the Paramount Theatre Nov. 12, 2024, in Los Angeles. (Gilbert Flores/Variety via Getty Images)

Her Oscar buzz is new territory for her.

She expressed her gratitude for being included in the conversation and maintained a sense of humility because she was unsure if the film would succeed.

"The idea was so bizarre that I was completely unsure. Now, being in this stunning location, I've released all expectations, and everything that's transpired feels like an unexpected blessing."

by Caroline Thayer

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