Teacher's Pet
Psychopath Debbie Strand escapes from a mental institution for the criminally insane and takes the identity of a co-ed she meets and sets herself up on a college campus where she once again begins killing students who get in the way of her obsession with her former high school teacher Sam Deckner now teaching at the college.
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Plot Summary
A pampered Pomeranian named Angel is unexpectedly sent to a rough dog obedience school after her owner, a successful veterinarian, disappears. At the school, she encounters a pack of street-smart dogs who teach her the ways of survival and loyalty. Angel must adapt to her new environment and learn to trust others if she hopes to find her owner and return to her comfortable life.
Critical Reception
Teacher's Pet was generally poorly received by critics, who found its plot predictable and its humor lacking. While some appreciated the voice cast and the effort to create a family-friendly animal film, the overall consensus was that it failed to deliver a truly engaging or original experience for audiences.
What Reviewers Say
- Too predictable and derivative for most audiences.
- Lacks the charm and wit of other successful animal films.
- The voice performances are a highlight but can't salvage the weak script.
Google audience: Audience reviews suggest that while the film is watchable for younger viewers, many found it to be a forgettable and uninspired comedy. Common complaints include a simplistic plot and a lack of genuine humor, although some enjoyed the animated dogs.
Fun Fact
The film's plot is loosely inspired by the 1959 Disney animated short "The Mad-Hatter" which also featured a pampered pet in an unexpected situation.
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