At the 2025 Oscars, Demi Moore faced disappointment when she lost the Best Actress award to 25-year-old Mikey Madison, despite her nomination for the significant role in 'The Substance.' Fans expressed irony in Moore's loss, especially considering her film addresses issues like unattainable beauty standards and ageism in Hollywood. As Madison delivered her acceptance speech, acknowledging her fellow nominees, the parallels between the award outcome and the themes of 'The Substance' resonated strongly with audiences, sparking discussions about the ongoing challenges women face in the entertainment industry.
Of course, the film explores unattainable beauty standards, toxic masculinity and female self-hatred, as well as, on a deeper level, ageism both within the entertainment industry and in the wider world.
As a The Substance warrior the irony of 62-year-old Demi Moore - who has had a storied career in the industry - losing to a 25-year-old up-and-comer is not lost on me, Hurts so bad.
Demi Moore losing to Mikey Madison is basically the plot of The Substance.
I'm honored to be recognized alongside all of you.
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