Control Freak

In the chilling horror film Control Freak, released in 2025, we follow the journey of a once-inspiring motivational speaker named Claire, whose life takes a dark turn when she becomes afflicted by an incessant itch on her scalp. As she grapples with this bizarre and maddening symptom, Claire discovers that her condition is tied to a sinister parasitic demon, rooted deep in the folklore of her homeland. The film deftly intertwines elements of psychological horror with supernatural themes, exploring the thin line between control and chaos as Claire’s life spirals out of her grasp.

As the itch intensifies, so does Claire’s descent into madness, revealing the fragility of her mental state. The characters surrounding her—her supportive yet increasingly worried husband and the ambitious colleagues who once admired her—add layers to the narrative, as they struggle to understand the transformations she undergoes. Control Freak cleverly uses the metaphor of the parasitic demon to delve into deeper issues like self-identity, the pressures of public perception, and the struggle for autonomy in an unforgiving world. With a blend of unsettling imagery and psychological tension, this film challenges viewers to ponder how the quest for control can lead to terrifying consequences—a theme that resonates strongly in our modern age of constant connectivity and performance pressure.