Catharsis began as Victoria Renee's Autobiographical Character Sketch essay for her M.F.A. application to USC's School of Cinematic Arts. It not only gained her admission but also won the hearts of many. She shared it with other USC hopefuls to serve as an example for their own applications. Victoria Renee dove into the psychological fantasy genre and wrote a tense discourse between her Id, Ego, and Superego. Catharsis serves as her way to demonstrate how she felt torn between pursuing her psychology endeavors and her desire to tell stories as a filmmaker. After numerous people of various backgrounds found it relatable, Victoria Renee adapted it into a screenplay. She leaned into her psychology background to create a story that highlights the importance of truly processing one's uncomfortable emotions in order to heal. 

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This project was awarded an Invest Atlanta Creatives Grant and is seeking additional sources of financial support. Please donate below to support the creation of this proof-of-concept short film to help destigmatize mental health, especially within the Black Community.

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