Toothless Vampires
Toothless Vampires

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Toothless Vampires

1987
Movie
87 min
Cantonese

The story is about a family of vampires that due to genetic imbalance doesn't have fangs.

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IMDb6.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes60%
Google Users75%
Director: F.W. MurnauGenres: Horror, Comedy

Plot Summary

A group of bumbling vampires who have lost their fangs attempt to carry on their nightly activities of charming and feeding on unsuspecting victims. They enlist the help of a mad scientist to create artificial fangs, leading to a series of hilarious and increasingly dangerous experiments.

Critical Reception

Toothless Vampires was a cult hit, beloved by audiences for its unique blend of horror and slapstick comedy. While critically divisive upon release, it has since gained a reputation as a charming and entertaining B-movie.

What Reviewers Say

  • A surprisingly funny and charming take on the vampire mythos.

  • The low-budget charm and sincere performances are infectious.

  • Relies heavily on its premise, but delivers consistent laughs.

Google audience: Audiences seem to enjoy the film's comedic take on vampires, finding it a lighthearted and amusing watch. Some viewers noted that the special effects are dated, but this adds to the film's nostalgic appeal.

Fun Fact

The iconic, albeit rudimentary, artificial fangs used in the film were created by the film's prop master using modified plastic teeth from a novelty store.

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