The Ick (2025)

In The Ick, Jack and Becca, a seemingly ordinary couple in their twenties, return to Jack's small apartment after a casual date filled with wine and lighthearted banter. The night takes a strange and unsettling turn when Jack reveals an unnerving fetish-he is inexplicably attracted to women who are cold, both physically and emotionally. Initially, Becca assumes Jack is joking, brushing off his comments with laughter. But as their conversation grows darker and Jack's twisted desires become more apparent, Becca realizes the seriousness of his confession. The Ick is a psychological thriller that blurs the lines between humour and horror, exploring themes of manipulation, control, and the terrifying vulnerability that accompanies intimacy. With moments of dark comedy and mounting dread, the film keeps audiences on edge as Becca faces an unnerving revelation about her date.