Teeth
Teeth

Teeth

2012Movie16 minEnglish

A man's search for his wife leads him on a strange and unsettling journey. A story of lost love and parallel lives, of those that have disappeared and the ones who must find them.

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IMDb6.0/10
Rotten Tomatoes79%
Metacritic60/100
Google Users69%
Director: Mitchell LichtensteinGenres: Comedy, Horror, Mystery

Plot Summary

Dawn, a "vagina dentata" virgin, discovers a terrifying biological anomaly when her aggressive boyfriend attempts to assault her. Her body, it turns out, possesses teeth in its nether regions, capable of defending itself against predatory men. As Dawn navigates this bizarre reality, she grapples with her newfound power and the consequences it brings.

Critical Reception

Teeth was met with generally positive reviews from critics and audiences, who praised its originality, dark humor, and feminist themes. While some found the premise shocking and divisive, many appreciated its bold approach to exploring female sexuality and empowerment.

What Reviewers Say

  • A unique and darkly humorous horror film with a strong feminist message.
  • Praised for its originality and boldness, though its graphic nature may not appeal to all.
  • An unforgettable and thought-provoking take on female agency and sexual politics.

Google audience: Audiences found 'Teeth' to be a surprisingly funny and thought-provoking horror film. Many appreciated its originality and the way it tackled themes of sexual assault and female empowerment with dark humor. While some were taken aback by its graphic nature, the consensus was that it was a memorable and impactful movie.

Awards & Accolades

Won the Special Jury Prize for Acting (Jess Weixler) at the Sundance Film Festival in 2007.

Fun Fact

The prosthetic effects for the film's distinctive anatomical feature were reportedly quite elaborate and took a significant amount of time to perfect for the camera.

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