# HOW TO: Achieve Catharsis in a Short Film (w/ Nishanth Ramasubramanian)

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Podcast: [The 50/50 Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-50-50-podcast-7299121)
Published: 2025-12-23T18:59:00+00:00
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## Resource

This week, we’re joined by the 2025 50/50 Horror Festival WINNER, Nishanth Ramasubramanian! Nishanth breaks down how to balance ambitious visuals with economic constraints, how to achieve real catharsis within a short film, and what it’s like co-writing deeply personal material while navigating collaboration. We also dive into the nuances of showing your work to family members (his sister’s husband said WHAT?!) and how feedback can land very differently when it’s close to home. The conversation expands into the evolving landscape of the industry — from the rise of vertical content and why directors should embrace it as a way to get reps (and leave the ego behind), to the importance of not being too precious about your work. Nishanth also shares thoughts on bridging the gap between Indian and U.S. filmmakers, and how to approach marketing your films without getting completely burnt out. NISHANTH'S LINKTREE INDIAN IN A BOX TEASER/TRAILER

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