The Substance Limited Edition

2025 Academy Awards Limited Edition: The Substance

This Limited Edition Art Print was designed by Matt Needle, the Cardiff-based Illustrator and Designer. Every year, Matt draws inspiration from the Oscars contenders to create a beautiful collection of alternative film art prints. Matt has partnered with reelstore to offer the exclusive rights to 50 Limited Edition A2 prints of each of his 2025 Academy Awards designs. Each print will be delivered with a certificate of authentification with Digital Signature of the artist.

This 'inspired-by' design* is for The Substance, directed by Coralie Fargeat, is a body horror film that delves into themes of aging and identity. The narrative follows Elisabeth Sparkle (Demi Moore), a former Hollywood star who, after losing her job due to her age, turns to a black-market drug that creates a younger version of herself, named Sue (Margaret Qualley). This transformation allows Elisabeth and Sue to alternate their lives weekly, but the arrangement leads to unforeseen and grotesque consequences. The film also features Dennis Quaid as Harvey, Elisabeth's producer.

The Substance received five nominations at the 97th Academy Awards and won the Oscar for Best Makeup and Hairstyling, awarded to Pierre-Olivier Persin, Stéphanie Guillon, and Marilyne Scarselli.

Size: A2
Printed on Hahnemühle Bamboo, the stock is made of 90% bamboo fibres, for a natural look and environmentally friendly production.

*this artworks is an alternative recreation, inspired by the film and not licensed with the studios or associated partners.