Disney Plus’s “Perfect Beauty” Draws Comparisons to 2024 Film “The Substance”
The new Disney Plus series “Perfect Beauty” shares thematic and narrative similarities with the 2024 film The Substance, prompting discussion among viewers as its trailer release.
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While both productions explore dark themes within the world of beauty and societal pressures, key differences exist in their execution and specific storylines. The series, consisting of 1 season and 11 episodes, delves into the darker side of the fashion industry.
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Coralie Fargeat directed The Substance, which premiered at the 2024 Cannes Film Festival on May 17, 2024. The film received a 12-minute standing ovation following its premiere, according to The Hollywood Reporter. the parallels between the film and the Disney Plus series have been widely noted in online discussions and media coverage following the release of the series’ promotional materials.
