Tooth Fairy
Tooth Fairy

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Tooth Fairy

2019
Movie
86 min
English

Nana starts to tell the legend of the evil tooth fairy who rips out teeth. Carla is sick of her crazy alcoholic stories and tries to leave, however a power outage suggests something is amiss, something much more sinister than Carla could imagine.

Insights

IMDb5.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes17%
Metacritic36/100
Google Users58%
Director: Brad PeytonGenres: Comedy, Family, Fantasy

Plot Summary

A tough hockey player known for his on-ice mean streak, known as the "Tooth Fairy," is forced to take on the role of the actual Tooth Fairy as punishment for his hurtful disbelief. He must learn to embrace the magic and wonder of the Tooth Fairy world, collecting teeth and leaving behind fairy dust, all while trying to maintain his hockey career and mend his relationships.

Critical Reception

Tooth Fairy (2010) received generally negative reviews from critics and was a box office disappointment. While some found the premise amusing and Dwayne Johnson's performance energetic, most critics criticized the predictable plot, weak humor, and uninspired special effects. Audiences seemed to have a mixed reaction, with families often finding it a passable children's movie but generally agreeing it was not a standout.

What Reviewers Say

  • Dwayne Johnson's charisma is sadly not enough to salvage a formulaic and unfunny comedy.

  • The film suffers from a predictable plot and a lack of genuine magic or heart.

  • Despite its family-friendly premise, the humor often falls flat and the special effects are uninspired.

Google audience: Audiences generally found the movie to be a lighthearted and family-friendly option, with many appreciating Dwayne Johnson's energetic performance. However, a significant portion of viewers felt the plot was predictable and lacked originality, with some finding the humor to be hit-or-miss. The film is often seen as a decent watch for younger children but not particularly memorable for adults.

Fun Fact

While the movie is titled 'Tooth Fairy', Dwayne Johnson's character is actually nicknamed the 'Tooth Fairy' as an insult by his hockey teammates, and he is punished by the actual Tooth Fairy to perform her duties.

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