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Demi Moore Wins Critics Choice Award, Breaks Ground in Horror Genre

Horror genre gains awards season momentum as veteran actress earns acclaim for dual role in 'The Substance'

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Demi Moore scored a significant victory at the 30th Critics Choice Awards on Friday, winning Best Actress for her powerful dual role in the horror-comedy “The Substance.” The ceremony, relocated to Santa Monica’s Barker Hangar due to Los Angeles wildfires, marked a breakthrough moment for Moore and the horror film industry.

The 62-year-old actress delivered a career-defining performance as Elisabeth Sparkle, a character who encounters a mysterious youth-preserving drug that creates a younger version of herself. Moore’s portrayal has already earned her a Golden Globe and positioned her as a top contender for the upcoming Academy Awards.

During her acceptance speech, Moore challenged industry perceptions about horror films. “Normally horror films are overlooked and not seen for the profundity they can hold,” she said. She also offered words of encouragement to those facing career challenges, stating, “Just because it hasn’t happened doesn’t mean it isn’t happening.”

Veteran actress Kathy Bates, who won Best Actress in a Drama Series for “Matlock” at the same event, strongly supported Moore’s performance. “I never thought of Demi as a ‘popcorn actress’ ever. She’s Demi,” Bates remarked backstage, highlighting the depth of Moore’s acting talent.

The film, directed by Coralie Fargeat, represents a potential breakthrough for women directors in the horror genre. Moore competed against strong nominees including Cynthia Erivo and Angelina Jolie, ultimately securing the award.

The Critics Choice Awards also recognized other significant achievements in film and television. “Conclave” and “Wicked” led film nominations with 11 each, while the television series “Shogun” dominated with six nominations. Shows like “Abbott Elementary” and “The Diplomat” also received multiple nominations.

Moore’s win signals a growing recognition of horror as a serious artistic genre and challenges long-standing industry biases about age and acting opportunities.

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