Mister Organ is one of the most unsettling documentaries I’ve ever seen. The story of Michael Organ is the rare documentary that doubles as a psychological horror film. The movie, directed by David Farrier, a journalist from Auckland, New Zealand, begins with an investigation into Bashford Antiques, a Ponsonby shop that was clamping cars and demanding exorbitant fees. Farrier’s reporting led to legislative action, but the real story lies in the man at the center, Michael Organ.

Organ was hired to police Bashford’s lot, but his involvement quickly escalated. Years earlier, he was charged with attempting to steal a yacht in an elaborate scam. He also falsely claimed to be a prince and a lawyer, neither of which he actually is. As Farrier delves deeper into Organ’s past, a portrait emerges of a deeply troubled individual who has left a trail of traumatized people behind him.

The movie’s narrative takes a dark turn when Organ reveals that he has a key to Farrier’s home and threatens him with harassment and gaslighting. Farrier eventually felt compelled to leave the country to protect himself from Organ's relentless campaign. What starts as a story about a parking-lot bully ends up being a chilling tale of psychological terrorism.

Mister Organ is not just a documentary; it’s a psychological horror film that raises questions about trust, manipulation, and the lengths to which a person can go to control others. Is it a warning about the dangers of unchecked power or a reflection on the darker aspects of human nature? Regardless, it is a must-watch for anyone who enjoys a good scare.