The Pickle

The Pickle is a deeply personal, semi-autobiographical drama about the harrowing dangers of addiction and effects on family.

Set one year after the devastating loss of her cousin Cody, The Pickle follows Nellie, a video editor in her mid-twenties, as she grapples with grief and the memories of their relationship. Cody, who died at 18 from a drug overdose, frequently visits Nellie as a spirit—his presence equal parts comforting and haunting.

Nellie often pushes Cody away when he uses drugs around her, unable to confront the pain of his choices. But this time, Cody forces her to witness his struggle, reliving the moments that defined their bond and the tragedy of his illness. The film explores the complexities of grief, the enduring nature of love, and the unshakable imprint left by addiction.

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This production is a part of Frigid NY’s Neurotica Festival.

Host or Publisher FRIGID New York