Teeth is actually such an incredibly hard movie to review critically. The film itself, as a whole, is so many things at once. It’s a comedy, an exploitation film, a revenge film and even sort of…a slasher?

I have to give respect where respect is due. It’s completely original and, despite my description, doesn’t feel like it lacks an identity. All the genre’s I mentioned in the film sort of transpose themselves during the arc of the entire run-time.

It’s funny but not in a really cheesy way; the absurdities and the way each scene plays out feels calculated. I really enjoyed it.

It’s not even something I really think about when actually watching it but by the last frame, it’s hard not to becomes enamored with Jess Weixler’s performance. Her transformation throughout the movie is pretty astounding.

The success of this film, even if not universal, is just a testament to how amazing the horror genre is.

8/10