Armed to the Teeth
Armed to the Teeth

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Armed to the Teeth

2023
Movie
7 min
English

Two armed officers bust in and search a house during a raid, instead of drugs they find something unexpected.

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IMDb4.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes22%
Metacritic35/100
Google Users45%
Director: Christopher BeanyGenres: Action, Comedy, Crime

Plot Summary

A disgraced former special forces operative, now working as a humble dog groomer, is forced back into action when his estranged daughter is kidnapped by a ruthless crime syndicate. He must team up with unlikely allies and dust off his dormant combat skills to navigate the criminal underworld and rescue her before it's too late.

Critical Reception

Armed to the Teeth received a mixed to negative reception from critics and audiences alike. While some praised its energetic action sequences and the comedic performances of its lead actors, many found the plot to be derivative and predictable, with jokes that often fell flat. The film's attempt to blend gritty action with slapstick humor was largely seen as unsuccessful.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its fast-paced action sequences and the charisma of its veteran actors.

  • Criticized for a predictable plot and humor that struggles to land effectively.

  • The film's tonal inconsistencies between action and comedy were a frequent point of contention.

Google audience: Audience reviews were largely unfavorable, with many viewers expressing disappointment in the nonsensical plot and the reliance on cheap gags. Some appreciated the star power and the occasional moments of amusement, but the consensus was that the film failed to deliver a satisfying or original experience.

Awards & Accolades

None notable.

Fun Fact

Steve-O famously performed several of his own stunts for the film, despite having no formal action training, adhering to his tradition of doing dangerous stunts for entertainment.

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