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THE SUBSTANCE
THE SUBSTANCE
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*The Substance* (2023) is a psychological thriller that delves into the themes of addiction, identity, and the consequences of human desire. The film follows the life of a once-promising scientist, Dr. Evelyn Kane, who becomes entangled with a mysterious, experimental drug that promises to unlock the full potential of the human mind. As she begins to test the substance on herself, she finds her grip on reality slipping, leading to disturbing hallucinations, paranoia, and a deeper descent into addiction.
The narrative alternates between her past and present, exploring how her obsession with the drug is tied to a traumatic event in her life. As Evelyn struggles to regain control, she must confront not only the dangers of the substance but also the darker corners of her own psyche.
The film builds suspense through its unsettling atmosphere, blurring the lines between reality and illusion, and ultimately poses questions about the nature of human consciousness and the lengths one is willing to go to unlock it. It’s a haunting exploration of the price of ambition and the destructive forces of uncontrolled experimentation.
The design comes in 2 options /
Option 1:
The hand drawn text is printed in a black on the front of the apparel reading PRETTY GIRLS SHOULD ALWAYS SMILE with the illustration of Monstro Elisasue with the ‘mask’ of Elizabeth.
On the front chest in black, reads 'produced & released by" followed by our PAPER8 VHS logo, referencing the distributing studios logo at the beginning of the movie.
Option 2:
On the front chest is the PRETTY GIRLS SHOULD ALWAYS SMILE text and on the back is the illustration of Elizabeth Sparkles STAR on the Walk of Fame - a shot taken from the opening credits which features a burger being spilled, and ketchup going everywhere - representing her future, grotesque transformation.
Sizing Guide
Caps
All caps are adjustable and designed with a low-profile, unstructured fit.
- 100% cotton bio-washed chino twill
- Unstructured, six-panel, low-profile
- Pre-curved visor
- Self-fabric tri-glide buckle closure in antique brass
- Tear-away label
| Measurement | Adjustable size |
|---|---|
| Bill / brim length | 2 3/4 in. |
| Crown height | 3 in. |
| Hat sizing | 6 5/8–7 3/8 |
| Numerical size | Adjustable |
T-shirts
Measurements are approximate and may vary slightly by fabric and style.
| Size | Front body length | Chest width | Sleeve length |
|---|---|---|---|
| XS | 26 3/4 in. | 17 1/8 in. | 8 1/2 in. |
| S | 27 3/4 in. | 19 in. | 8 3/4 in. |
| M | 28 5/8 in. | 21 in. | 9 in. |
| L | 29 1/2 in. | 22 7/8 in. | 9 1/4 in. |
| XL | 30 1/2 in. | 24 3/4 in. | 9 1/2 in. |
| 2XL | 31 3/8 in. | 26 5/8 in. | 9 3/4 in. |
Unisex. Made in the USA from 6.5 oz/yd², 100% cotton. Knitted, cut, sewn, and dyed in Los Angeles, California.
Art prints
Art prints measure 12 × 16 inches.
If you need help choosing a size, please contact our customer support team.
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Always Perfect - great print, great gift. J'adore.
my new fave shirt. hella comfy. i get great compliments on it and i refer them to paper 8!!!
So cute!! So glad I went with the yellow one!
Exactly as pictured. Arrived swiftly.
Love! Fast shipping. Exactly what I wanted
My fastest internet purchase ever. Bought one for myself and two more for my most loyal SATC friends. Perfect.
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Super cute. Exactly as pictured!
Speedy shipping! The shirt looks great!
Obsessed with this sweatshirt. The artwork is really good and the quality of printing is excellent. I really like that the printing is done on a Champion sweatshirt rather than a low quality fabric. Nice and thick and very comfortable. Thank you for another awesome piece.
I love this. The artwork is so good and a really unique shirt for this show. I am a huge fan. The quality is also fantastic. Definitely worth it. I would say the shirt does run a touch large so keep that in mind.
Love all of the unique art! Perfect gift for the movie loving person! So glad I stumbled upon this brand, will be back for more! LOVE!
Super high quality print and fabric. I feel like whenever you buy stuff from a screen print shop you always get either low quality print or low quality fabric but this was the opposite. The art is really fun and unique. I ordered more products after I got this because I was impressed.I also reached out to the owner for a print that wasn’t listed and within a couple hours they had it available for purchase. I’m a fan.
Good stuff
For fans of John Waters and midnight movies, a high-quality print of this subject serves as a sophisticated tribute to the "Filthiest Person Alive." It’s a bold statement piece that pairs raw, transgressive history with the delicate elegance of watercolor.
