
Trash Humpers
dir. Harmony Korine
52
7 sourcesSynopsis
Follow a small group of elderly “Peeping Toms” through the shadows and margins of an unfamiliar world. Crudely documented by the participants themselves, we follow the debased and shocking actions of a group of true sociopaths the likes of which have never been seen before. Inhabiting a world of broken dreams and beyond the limits of morality, they crash against a torn and frayed America.
Critics consensus
It's oddly affecting in a deeply discomfiting way, but Trash Humpers pales in comparison with Harmony Korine's earlier, truly transgressive work.
What resonated with audiences
'Trash Humpers' is a totally groundbreaking experimental film praised for its unparalleled originality, dark humor, and anti-establishment social commentary that questions societal norms. Many appreciated its courageous artistic vision and surreal, provocative style. However, the film sharply divides audiences—while some found it hilarious and intellectually engaging, most struggled with its complete lack of traditional narrative structure, characters, or plot. Many felt it wasted their time and became annoying, making it best suited for adventurous viewers seeking unconventional cinema.

Directed byHarmony Korine
StarringRachel Anna Simon, Brian Kotzur, Travis Nicholson, Harmony Korine, Seth Petterson, Charlie Ezell
Written byHarmony Korine
CinematographyHarmony Korine
EditingLeo Scott
MusicRyan Lawless
Trash Humpers
2010 · NR · 1h 14m
Comedy, Horror
Follow a small group of elderly “Peeping Toms” through the shadows and margins of an unfamiliar world. Crudely documented by the participants themselves, we follow the debased and shocking actions of a group of true sociopaths the likes of which have never been seen before. Inhabiting a world of broken dreams and beyond the limits of morality, they crash against a torn and frayed America.
Our Verdict
52
What resonated with audiences
'Trash Humpers' is a totally groundbreaking experimental film praised for its unparalleled originality, dark humor, and anti-establishment social commentary that questions societal norms. Many appreciated its courageous artistic vision and surreal, provocative style. However, the film sharply divides audiences—while some found it hilarious and intellectually engaging, most struggled with its complete lack of traditional narrative structure, characters, or plot. Many felt it wasted their time and became annoying, making it best suited for adventurous viewers seeking unconventional cinema.
Critics Consensus
It's oddly affecting in a deeply discomfiting way, but Trash Humpers pales in comparison with Harmony Korine's earlier, truly transgressive work.
