'Babyteeth': Release date, plot, cast and all you need to know about Eliza Scanlen's film
Life has its ups and downs, sometimes more downs than ups. But nevertheless, we are determined to persevere and carry on. This forms the premise of 'Babyteeth', which is based on Rita Kalnejais's stage play of the same name. It tells the story of an unhappy family, where a terminally ill teenager struggles to find a small chance of happiness in a very unlikely place, much to her parents' shock. The film received rave reviews at last year's Venice Film Festival and is said to be a devastating, yet heart-rending tale of people trapped in more than just one manner. If you are up for a sobering look at life, tinged with positivity, this one is for you.
Release date
The film will be available on digital rental on June 19.
Plot details
'Babyteeth' tells the story of an unhappy family. The teenage daughter Milla (Eliza Scanlen,) is seriously ill, and her father, psychiatrist Henry (Ben Mendelsohn), and mother, Anna (Essie Davis), resort to self-medication in their attempts to deal with their overwhelming grief. Milla meets a wayward drug dealer named Moses, who has been kicked out of his house and needs money, shelter and care. This dynamic forms the crux of the film, as her parents are less than pleased about this association. Yet, for Milla, it is a form of escape. But, for how long?
Cast
The film stars Eliza Scanlen, who starred in the Australian drama 'Home And Away', followed by 'Sharp Objects', and then received critical acclaim for the HBO mini-series 'Sharp Objects'. She made her film debut in 2019, with starring roles in 'Babyteeth' and Greta Gerwig’s period drama 'Little Women'.
Essie Davis
Essie Davis plays the role of her mother, Anna. Davis has been seen in several films and television shows including 'Game Of Thrones', and 'Miss Fisher Murder Mysteries'.
Ben Mendelsohn
Ben Mendelsohn, who plays the role of her father in the film, has acted in films such as 'The Dark Knight Rises', 'Rogue One' and 'Captain Marvel'.
Creator
The film has been directed by Shannon Murphy. This is her directorial debut.
Trailers
When seriously ill teenager Milla falls madly in love with smalltime drug dealer Moses, she becomes her parents' worst nightmate. But as Milla's first love gives her a new spurt of life, things get messy elsewhere.
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