Nail-Biter
Synopsis
On the eve of her eighteenth birthday, anxious nail-biter Amy Heller confronts her overbearing mother about their so-called family curse, a finger-devouring creature that preys on those who bite their nails, just as the monster arrives to claim her as its next victim. A gothic horror short and proof-of-concept for a feature film.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Friss Hús Budapest International Short Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Joseph Burch
- Screenplay & Story
- Joseph Burch
- Original Title
- Nail-Biter
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 17m
- Production Studios
- JAT Film
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Joseph Burch
Joseph Burch
Ruby Paiva
Mickey Mann
Vic Brandt, Joseph Burch, Isabella Potenzini
Department Leadership Roster
Joseph Burch
Director
Ruby Paiva
Director of Photography
Joseph Burch
Writer
Vic Brandt
Producer
Joseph Burch
Producer
Isabella Potenzini
Producer
Mickey Mann
Editor
Claire Van Every
Production Design
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Nail-Biter
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Nail-Biter about?
On the eve of her eighteenth birthday, anxious nail-biter Amy Heller confronts her overbearing mother about their so-called family curse, a finger-devouring creature that preys on those who bite their nails, just as the monster arrives to claim her as its next victim. A gothic horror short and proof-of-concept for a feature film.
Who directed Nail-Biter?
Nail-Biter was directed by Joseph Burch.
Who stars in Nail-Biter?
The principal cast of Nail-Biter includes Alexa Swinton, Amy Copsey, Joseph Lopez.
When was Nail-Biter released and how long is it?
Nail-Biter was released in 2026 with a total runtime of 17m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Nail-Biter?
Nail-Biter holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).