Without explicitly stating thus, the film becomes a beautiful story about marginalization, and more so when it is self-inflicted as a result of the external social forces of the world the protagonist is located in. Sadia Hassan is tied to a strange condition that once turned her into a zombie, leading her to commit heinous, atrocious crimes. And even though, the world may have found a way to contain the ‘Otherness’ of this reality with drugs and all kinds of medical treatment, ensuring big profits for pharma conglomerates in the process, Sadia’s ordeal is far from over. 

While the external monster may have been muzzled, and quite literally, the internal monster that Sadia battles is overpowering and all-consuming, forcing her to accept that her own humanity is now a thing long lost and forgotten. It is the monster of guilt that torments her with the memory of her past actions, and the life that once was. 

The film exhibits beautiful writing, especially in terms of the internal conflicts of its characters, as well as powerful performances (an elevated Anya Chalotra-esque protagonist, for instance). Anisha Savan’s storytelling brings to life a refreshing voice that evidences deep potential, and should definitely be explored in future projects.

I'll Never Be Alive Again | Short Film Nominee

Of the many phrases and phenomenon that have surfaced from the world of dating in the last couple of years, 'ghosting' remains an oft discussed entity. Using it as a starting point for the viewer's introduction to its premise, Ghost Me portrays the story of a single night when Kat and Joe meet for a cozy, intimate date. And yet, amidst wine and flirtatious banter, the most unexpected revelation awaits Joe. The seemingly cheery house of his date is haunted, and by multiple ghosts indeed. 

 The audience's surprise and uncertainty with the direction the evening is now headed in finds a reflection in Joe's reaction as well. However, instead of getting daunted by this new piece of information, he chooses to give the idea of a potential relationship with Kat a chance. 

 The narrative that thus develops exhibits a dedication to storytelling, employing jump scares, but steering clear of the usual traps of the approach that may weigh down an endeavor of the kind. As it intermingles horror with humor, at the heart of the plot rests a metal, floral box, with its dainty aesthetic in synchronization with the rest of the apartment. It contains secrets the unearthing of which will pack a shocking climax for the viewer, and also the answer about the conclusion of this strange, potentially fateful night.

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