A Wild Ride Through Beauty and Horror

A Unique Approach to a Dark Concept

The creators of The Beauty, Ryan Murphy and Matthew Hodgson, took a unique approach to the story. They expanded on the idea of a drug that makes people look perfect but has terrible consequences. The show is a mix of fantasy and horror, showing both the appeal of youthful bodies and the scary side of vanity.

A Dark and Sensational Storyline

The show is based on a comic but is very different from it. It's more like a movie called The Substance, with dramatic titles and a mix of attraction and repulsion. The story is about a sexually transmitted disease that gives people perfect looks but also makes them explode. The show takes this idea and makes it even more extreme, with lots of gross and exciting moments.

A Mix of Horror and Romance

The show also has a quieter side, with FBI agents trying to solve a mystery. They have a sweet romance, but they also have to deal with the horror of people exploding. The show connects different characters, like a depressed incel and a happy assassin, in unexpected ways.

Sensational Elements and Big Performances

The show is full of sensational elements, from acrobatic sex acts to hideously skinned corpses. It's like a mix of Glee, Scream Queens, and American Horror Story, with big and loud performances. Ashton Kutcher plays a billionaire who is clearly a villain, and the show doesn't take itself too seriously.

Addictive and Satirical

Despite its silliness, The Beauty is surprisingly addictive. It's like a sugar rush, with a mix of unknowns and weird choices. The characters are broad archetypes but with tiny tweaks that make them feel fresh. The show is shamelessly pandering to the audience, but it's also a satire of every genre it touches.