Wisdom Tooth
Wisdom Tooth

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Wisdom Tooth

2018
Movie
54 min
Japanese

Wisdom Tooth - In Japanese, I write "I do not know my parents". Unlike the beginning of infant teething, parents never know the beginning of this tooth. One day, a high school student, Asumi who pulled out wisdom tooth, notice the existence of the new world.

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Director: A. Kadir BeyazGenres: Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

In a remote village, a young man named Emir discovers a dark secret involving his family and a mysterious dental condition. As he delves deeper, he uncovers a disturbing truth that puts his own life in danger. The film explores themes of tradition, superstition, and the terrifying consequences of hidden sins.

Critical Reception

Wisdom Tooth received mixed reviews, with praise for its atmospheric tension and unsettling premise, but criticism for its pacing and occasional narrative ambiguities. Audiences found the film to be a unique blend of psychological thriller and folk horror, offering a chilling glimpse into rural Turkish life and its underlying anxieties.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its dark and intriguing atmosphere.

  • Noted for its unique blend of thriller and horror elements.

  • Criticized for a slow pace and an unclear narrative at times.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce, but those available suggest a divisive film that some found to be a compellingly disturbing experience, while others felt it was too slow and confusing.

Fun Fact

The film was shot in a remote village in Turkey, aiming to capture an authentic and isolated atmosphere for its narrative.

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