Annie Wilkes: Misery (1990)

Annie Wilkes, played by Kathy Bates, appears to rescue novelist Paul Sheldon (James Caan) after a car crash, but her obsession with his writing turns deadly. She forces him to rewrite his novels to her liking and punishes him for perceived slights, combining a maternal facade with sadistic cruelty. Annie’s unpredictable mood swings and unwavering control make her one of the most memorable cinematic villains.

“He’s my man now!” – Annie Wilkes