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Toothless
1997 92 min United States of America PG 16+
★6.5
Fantasy, Comedy, Romance
Director: Melanie Mayron
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Description
A female dentist is cast into limbo after her death in an accident and is given the assignment to act as the Tooth Fairy as her action to be admitted into heaven.
Starring
Kirstie Alley
Actor
Dale Midkiff
Actor
Ross Malinger
Actor
Key opinion
Toothless is a charming, whimsical fantasy that resonates with audiences due to its kindhearted nature and comedic warmth. Kirstie Alley’s charismatic lead performance is widely credited as the central anchor that makes the film both memorable and rewatchable.
| Acting | Kirstie Alley delivers a standout, charismatic, and sarcastic performance that successfully carries the narrative. | |
| The film functions as a comforting and innocent fantasy that effectively promotes themes of love, risk, and pursuing happiness. | ||
| Humor | The comedic tone is fresh and genuinely funny, providing a lighthearted alternative to darker, horror-leaning takes on the tooth fairy mythos. | |
| Originality | Viewers are divided by the initial premise, with some finding the blend of dental fairies and holiday-adjacent folklore confusing or unconventional. |