Control Freak follows motivational speaker Valerie Nguyen, played by Kelly Marie Tran, who struggles to balance her public persona with her personal life. As she prepares for a significant international tour, she is forced to reconnect with her estranged family and confront her inner demons, leading to self-destructive behavior. The film, written and directed by Shal Ngo, critiques the challenges and pressures faced by those in the self-help industry while highlighting Valerie's psychological struggles. With a runtime of 104 minutes, the film's pacing suffers from an overly extended narrative that detracts from its potential.
In Control Freak, Valerie Nguyen’s journey as a motivational speaker reveals the distress between her public persona and personal struggles, leading to an uncharacteristic breakdown.
The film's pacing could have benefited from a tighter structure, as it stretches the concept across 104 minutes, often losing momentum before reaching its conclusion.
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