Demi Moore, the former Brat Pack actress, has made a significant return to the film industry with her latest role in “The Substance.” The film premiered at the Cannes Film Festival on Sunday night and received a 13-minute standing ovation. Moore, now 61, stars as Elisabeth Sparkle, an aging TV fitness instructor who undergoes a transformative procedure to achieve eternal youth, leading to dramatic and horrific consequences.

Directed by Coralie Fargeat, “The Substance” explores themes of self-acceptance and societal pressures on women’s appearances. Moore’s co-star, Margaret Qualley, plays the younger version of her character. The film’s unique narrative and Moore’s “fearless” performance have stunned critics, with some suggesting it could lead to Oscar recognition.

Moore, known for her roles in the 1990s and infamous Razzie nominations, has been largely absent from the screen since “Charlie’s Angels: Full Throttle” in 2003. Her portrayal in “The Substance” has been lauded for its raw emotion and physical vulnerability, marking a remarkable career revival for the actress.