Kyle Logan Cultured Vultures Feb 19, 2026

A fantastic coming-of-age story caked in camp.

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David Nusair Reel Film Reviews Dec 27, 2025 1/4

The picture’s colossal failure is especially disappointing given the impact and effectiveness of Weixler’s commanding turn as the sympathetic central character...

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Trace Thurman Horror Queers Podcast Feb 18, 2025 4/5

A delicate, successful balance of horror and comedy, which is not something you'd expect to say about a movie focused on a girl with teeth in her vagina. Jess Weixler is a revelation.

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Joe Lipsett Horror Queers Podcast Feb 14, 2025 3.5/5

The movie that should have made Jess Weixler a star, Teeth is a great "good for her" horror film that truly proves that every man is the absolute worst.

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Michael Cuby them. Nov 16, 2022

[It] loses some of its impact because it was written and directed by a man, but given its sensitive handling of these controversial issues, it’s safe to say that the openly gay Mitchell Lichtenstein deserves at least a bit of credit for what he achieved.

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Debbie Lynn Elias Behind The Lens Nov 9, 2019

As to anxious inquiries by myself and a colleague about a sequel, Lichtenstein sees it as a clear possibility. After all, 'there's more work for her to do.' Teeth - it will give you something to chew on.

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Annie Wagner The Stranger (Seattle, WA) Aug 22, 2017

Teeth isn't perfect, but it's definitely one of a kind-and the abstinence-only parody is priceless.

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Ali Gray TheShiznit.co.uk Oct 14, 2012 3/5

Teeth is both different enough from the usual teen trash to earn itself distinction and bold enough to go where other horrors wouldn't dare venture.

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Wesley Morris Boston Globe Nov 24, 2011 2/4

As amateurishly made as it is, Teeth runs on a kind of angry distrust toward boys.

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Dave Calhoun Time Out Nov 17, 2011 1/5

I'm not sure I've ever seen rape, incest or abuse dealt with so vapidly.

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Simon Reynolds Digital Spy Jul 14, 2011 4/5

While probably too lurid and graphic for the mainstream's tastes, it's one of those films that has a genuine shot at acquiring cult classic status.

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Kelly Vance East Bay Express Apr 28, 2011

We haven't had a good vagina dentata movie in theaters lately, so it's a pleasure to see Teeth filling that particular need with such obvious relish and style.

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Dave White Movies.com Apr 4, 2011 2.5/5

It's like a punch in the face.

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Steve Biodrowski ESplatter Jan 21, 2009

Writer-director Mitchell Lichtenstein's low-budget horror film is...more satirical than scary...however, he ultimately delivers the gory goods.

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Heather Huntington ReelzChannel.com Sep 2, 2008 7/10

Teeth is a unique hybrid of black comedy and horror movie send-up that is great good fun.

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Urban Cinefile Critics Urban Cinefile Aug 3, 2008

The tone of the film wavers between satire and horror-comedy, but that doesn't diminish the entertainment value of what plays like a tongue in cheek celebration of a woman who turns her imperfection into empowerment

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Austin Kennedy Sin Magazine Jul 22, 2008 3.5/4

This is an incredibly unique, dark, smart, and humorous story of a woman discovering what she is capable of.

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Bryant Frazer Bryant Frazer's Deep Focus May 19, 2008 B

It all works well enough that I wish it had been less of a cartoon.

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Chris Cabin Filmcritic.com May 5, 2008 2.5/5

You'll have to forgive the pun, but it simply lacks bite.

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Felix Vasquez Jr. Cinema Crazed Apr 28, 2008

A well crafted clashing of sub-genres and themes that works to its advantage, making it an instant cult classic...

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