The Nostril Picker 1988
"He chose his weapons... He selected his victims... He picked his nose..."
In *The Nostril Picker (1988)*, Mark Nowicki crafts a twisted dark comedy that blends body horror and social satire.
Director: Mark Nowicki
Cast
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Nostril Picker (1988) about?
This 1988 horror-comedy follows Joe, a socially isolated man who gains a supernatural power to transform into anyone. His initial voyeuristic tendencies escalate into violent, cannibalistic fantasies, targeting women in increasingly disturbing ways.
Who directed The Nostril Picker?
The film was directed by Mark Nowicki, blending dark comedy and horror in his unique style.
Who stars in The Nostril Picker?
The cast includes Carl Zschering, Edward Tanner, Laura Cummings, Ann Flood, and Gail Didia.
Is The Nostril Picker (1988) worth watching?
As an unrated cult film, it's a niche pick for fans of extreme horror-comedy. While not polished, its bold premise and low-budget charm make it a conversation starter among horror enthusiasts.
How long is The Nostril Picker?
The movie has a runtime of 77 minutes.
About The Nostril Picker (1988) — A twisted dark comedy about loneliness turned monstrous
In *The Nostril Picker (1988)*, Mark Nowicki crafts a twisted dark comedy that blends body horror and social satire. The film follows Joe, a socially inept man whose life takes a grotesque turn when he discovers a supernatural ability to transform into anyone he desires—only to revert to his original form. Initially using his power for voyeuristic thrills, Joe's obsession spirals into violent, cannibalistic fantasies, targeting women in increasingly disturbing ways. With its low-budget charm and unhinged premise, the movie dives into themes of loneliness, misogyny, and the monstrous potential lurking within the overlooked and underappreciated.
The atmosphere is raw and unsettling, oscillating between absurd humor and visceral horror. Carl Zschering delivers a performance that's equal parts tragic and repulsive, anchoring the film's chaotic energy. While the plot leans into exploitation tropes, it's the sheer audacity of its execution that makes *The Nostril Picker* a cult curiosity for fans of bizarre, boundary-pushing cinema.