Obscene finger gesture

An obscene finger gesture is a unique hand movement used when one wishes to express hate, anger or overall discord with another individual. It has also been referred to as flipping the bird, or giving one the middle finger. It is executed by closing the hand into a fist and positioning it vertically with the knuckles facing the intended target and the middle finger extended outward. It is considered a vulgar gesture and is not one that is used in polite company.

In film

 * Friday the 13th Part 2: Invalid camp counselor Mark makes fun of the other campers who are running a mile down the Lake Trail at Packanack Lodge. Jeff, who was bringing up the lead in the run, turns and gives Mark the finger while smiling playfully at him.


 * Friday the 13th: A New Beginning: The character of Ethel Hubbard flips the bird to Sheriff Cal Tucker after he tries to assuage her anger over finding teens from the Pinehurst Youth Development Center encroaching upon her farm.


 * Poltergeist: A group of young men make some lascivious gestures towards teenager Dana Freeling who responds with a devilish grin on her face before giving them the middle finger.