Opinión de DreadandTerror

The Ugly Stepsister is being compared to The Substance, and yes, they share similar ideas of bodily mutilation, the "ideal" perception of beauty, and female led performances. However, comparing the two just because of that feels like comparing E. T. and Alien because they are both movies with aliens. TUS is unique enough to deserve it's own breath in a conversation about body horror. When I first heard of the film, I thought the description of a body horror version of Cinderella was metaphorical, but it is actually an adaptation of the Brothers Grimm fairytale. A whimsical score of flutes, harp, and synth pepper an absolutely stunning period piece with remarkable costume and sets. The Europeans don't shy away from sexuality and nudity, so be prepared for that, but it's tasteful and deliberate. I found it easy to root for the main character Elvira, begging her to not lose her identity while those around her force Elvira to change every aspect of herself. It's a great tale of "love makes you do crazy things" and has a few moments of grotesquerie. The film is on the edge of being a classic, but just needed a few more sickening moments to truly earn that distinction.