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Demi Moore | Source: Getty Images
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'That Is Haunting': Demi Moore, 61, Shows Off Bald Look That Left Users 'Disturbed' — Photo

Christell Fatima M. Tudtud
Oct 31, 2024
11:30 P.M.

Demi Moore is known for her captivating beauty, but this Halloween, she shocked everyone with a transformed look—leaving some fans wishing she'd win an Oscar.

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Halloween season is here, and like most Hollywood stars, Demi Moore joined in the fun—surprising her followers on Instagram by sharing photos of her transformation in her latest film, "The Substance."

A netizen's reaction to Demi Moore's photos posted on October 31, 2024 | Source: Instagram.com/demimoore

A netizen's reaction to Demi Moore's photos posted on October 31, 2024 | Source: Instagram.com/demimoore

In the photos, the 61-year-old actress channels an elderly character, with makeup and prosthetics making her unrecognizable. She sports a bald head and large, round glasses.

In one photo, she reveals her torso, where additional prosthetics create a frail, aged appearance. The suit has sagging, wrinkled skin around her chest, making the character look eerily realistic.

Demi Moore, portraying Elisabeth Sparkle in the film "The Substance," posted on October 31, 2024 | Source: Instagram.com/demimoore

Demi Moore, portraying Elisabeth Sparkle in the film "The Substance," posted on October 31, 2024 | Source: Instagram.com/demimoore

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In one full-body shot, Moore's bare legs create a stark contrast with the prosthetics, and she adds a humorous touch to the unsettling look by holding her dog close to her chest.

Demi Moore, portraying Elisabeth Sparkle in the film "The Substance," posted on October 31, 2024 | Source: Instagram.com/demimoore

Demi Moore, portraying Elisabeth Sparkle in the film "The Substance," posted on October 31, 2024 | Source: Instagram.com/demimoore

She took it a step further, sharing another gruesome photo that covered her face and head in fake blood. Moore shared, "Spoiler alert 🚨 Been holding onto these gems from @trythesubstance and today feels like an appropriate day to share them. Happy Halloween from Elisabeth Sparkle 🧪."

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Fans quickly filled the comment section with mixed reactions. "That is haunting," wrote one follower. "I'm so disturbed by this, so wrong, must forget…. 😂" commented another. "🎃 🥹 I got scared," a third remarked.

"Omg this is amazing 😂😂 [sic]," a fan quipped, while another raved, "I still recognize you and I love your movie😍."

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Others hoped the Hollywood star would be rewarded for her latest role. "You'd better get your Oscar for this! Much deserved!" exclaimed one user. "I hope you win the Oscar for this!! ❗️❗️💯," another expressed the same sentiment.

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Alongside the excitement around her Halloween transformation, "The Substance" has already sparked interest among fans. In this new thriller, Moore plays a fading celebrity who takes a black-market drug to temporarily become a younger, idealized version of herself.

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The film also features a star-studded cast, including Dennis Quaid, Margaret Qualley, Gore Abrams, Oscar Lesage, and Christian Erickson.

With its themes of identity, aging, and self-perception, the movie has prompted Moore to speak publicly about its message. In a September 2024 CBS interview with Tracy Smith, Moore reflected on societal expectations.

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"After I shaved my head, I think I just started to let my hair grow with the idea that you can have long hair if that’s what you want," she said. "Who says that it’s not okay? And I’ve heard it many times. If I didn’t think I liked how I looked, then I would cut it."

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Moore shared that the film challenges beauty standards, particularly in a scene where her character puts on makeup before a date, and then intentionally smudges it. The moment was emotionally intense for her as it captured the struggle many feel when trying to fix something, only to make it worse.

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Reflecting on the scene, she said, "For me, it's one of the most heart-wrenching moments in the whole film. And it was at least 15 takes each time. And so, by the end, my face was raw."

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Moore's commitment to the role was clear at the film's Cannes Film Festival premiere. In a recent interview with The Guardian, she described feeling a mix of anticipation and vulnerability.

Demi Moore at the red carpet for "The Substance" at the 77th annual Cannes Film Festival on May 19, 2024 | Source: Getty Images

Demi Moore at the red carpet for "The Substance" at the 77th annual Cannes Film Festival on May 19, 2024 | Source: Getty Images

Recalling that moment, she described sitting in the 2,000-seat theater, unsure if the film would resonate with audiences or if the intense scenes might be "too off-putting." The audience reportedly enjoyed the film, and Moore said she was "in shock" following their enthusiastic response.

Demi Moore at the 77th annual Cannes Film Festival in France on May 20, 2024 | Source: Getty Images

Demi Moore at the 77th annual Cannes Film Festival in France on May 20, 2024 | Source: Getty Images

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As for her career, Moore finds it puzzling that her role in her latest film has been labeled a "comeback," emphasizing that she never truly stepped away from acting. In response, Moore remarked, "I'll leave others to, like, identify or label it however they need to. As Michelle Yeoh said, 'You were just on pause!'"

Demi Moore at the closing ceremony of the 2024 Cannes Film Festival in France on May 25, 2024 | Source: Getty Images

Demi Moore at the closing ceremony of the 2024 Cannes Film Festival in France on May 25, 2024 | Source: Getty Images

Demi Moore's Halloween photos prove that even one of Hollywood's most beautiful faces isn't afraid to be unrecognizable for the spooky season, showcasing her creativity and versatility.

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