Teeth (2007)

Teeth (2007)

Teeth (2007), directed and written by Mitchell Lichtenstein, is a darkly comedic horror film that blends outrageous elements with serious social commentary. The film’s premise is both bizarre and thought-provoking, revolving around the concept of a young woman’s body harboring a terrifying, yet humorous, secret. With its unique take on bodily autonomy, sexual violence, and empowerment, Teeth stands out in the genre as a film that mixes grotesque horror with sharp satire and feminist undertones.

The story follows Dawn (Jess Weixler), a seemingly innocent teenage girl who lives in a conservative town and adheres to strict moral codes. Dawn has grown up with her stepbrother and a controlling, religious father who teaches her about abstinence and the dangers of sexuality. However, Dawn’s life takes a drastic turn when she discovers that she has a rare condition known as vagina dentata—a mythical disorder where a woman’s vagina has teeth. This condition, which makes any form of sexual penetration an incredibly dangerous endeavor, becomes both a curse and a source of empowerment for Dawn as she navigates her tumultuous journey from innocence to self-discovery.