“Control Freak” is a 2025 American body horror film written and directed by Shal Ngo. The story follows Valerie, a motivational speaker played by Kelly Marie Tran, who develops an uncontrollable itch on the back of her head, triggering a series of unsettling events. The film also features Miles Robbins, Kieu Chinh, and Callie Johnson in supporting roles.
Blending horror with cultural exploration, the movie examines themes of personal and cultural identity, incorporating aspects of East Asian folklore and the Vietnamese American immigrant experience. Director Shal Ngo took inspiration from a real-life case of a woman who scratched through her skull due to an extreme itch, using this eerie premise to delve into psychological and cultural complexities.
“Control Freak” is currently available for streaming on Hulu.
