Babyteeth

Babyteeth

Year: 2019

Runtime: 118 mins

Language: English

Director: Shannon Murphy

Echo Score: 81
DramaRomanceComedyMoving relationship storiesTouching and sentimental family stories

A terminally ill teen upsets her parents when she falls in love with a small-time drug dealer.

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Timeline & Setting – Babyteeth (2019)

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Time period

Contemporary (early 21st century)

The movie takes place in the early 2000s to 2010s, reflecting modern medical and social contexts. This period is characterized by advancements in healthcare, particularly cancer treatments, and evolving conversations about mental health and youth culture. The contemporary setting emphasizes current societal dynamics.

Location

Sydney, Australia

The movie is set in Sydney, Australia's urban and suburban areas. Sydney is known for its iconic landmarks, vibrant arts scene, and diverse neighborhoods. The setting captures both the bustling city life and quiet residential districts, providing a poignant backdrop for the story.

🌅 Coastal 🏡 Suburban 🎨 Artsy

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Main Characters – Babyteeth (2019)

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Milla Finlay (Eliza Scanlen)

A sensitive and courageous teenager diagnosed with a terminal illness. Despite her health struggles, she seeks normalcy and connection, showing resilience and an ironic sense of humor. Her character embodies youthful vulnerability blended with a desire to live fully.

🩺 Terminally Ill ❤️ Young Rebel 🎻 Music Lover

Henry Finlay (Ben Mendelsohn)

Milla's concerned father and a therapist who struggles to balance his professional detachment with his father's love. He wrestles with feelings of helplessness and guilt, trying to protect his family while accepting their inevitable loss.

👔 Therapist 🧡 Protective 💔 Grieving

Anna Finlay (Essie Davis)

Milla's mother who copes with her daughter's terminal illness through substance use and emotional upheaval. She is complex, showing moments of vulnerability, frustration, and confusion as she navigates her daughter's declining health.

💊 Anxious 😔 Overwhelmed 💉 Self-medicating

Moses (Toby Wallace)

A rebellious young man with a troubled background who forms a deep connection with Milla. His character is marked by vulnerability, loyalty, and love, despite his rough exterior and struggles with drug use.

🎱 Rebellious 💔 Loving 🚶‍♂️ Troubled youth

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Major Themes – Babyteeth (2019)

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🧠 Mental Health

The film explores the impact of terminal illness on mental health, as well as the emotional struggles of both the patients and their families. Characters cope with pain, fear, and grief, highlighting the importance of support and understanding in difficult times.

💔 Love and Loss

Central to the story are themes of unfulfilled love, youthful romance, and impending death. The characters navigate fragile relationships, finding moments of connection amidst the pain of terminal illness. The film poignantly portrays love's resilience and its limits in the face of mortality.

Last Updated: August 19, 2025 at 04:43

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