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Nishanth R.

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Nishanth R.

Born September 30, 2000 · Coimbatore, India (age 25)

Nishanth R. was born in Coimbatore, India. He spent his childhood years in the nearby metropolis of Chennai (during which time he authored and published the epic historical fiction novel 'The Fated Sunset') before making the leap to Los Angeles to pursue film. He now works as a director and content strategist for the independent production company Media RED. Nishanth's solo filmmaking efforts, in…

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BharataBharata
Bharata
MovieDramaFamily
Embarrassed about his identity and culture, a meek Indian high-schooler decides to attend an American university to pursue his passion for film. But in doing so, he causes a rift in his fundamentalist family.
Jimmy BodenJimmy Boden · 2023
Jimmy Boden
2023
MovieDrama
An imprisoned government asset whose sole purpose is determining the serving sizes of snacks has finally reached his breaking point.
Phil Gunderson Teaches ScreenwritingPhil Gunderson Teaches Screenwriting · 2022
Phil Gunderson Teaches Screenwriting
★ 10.02022
MovieComedy
When faced with the crushing realization that he is a hack, a successful and cocky screenwriter must stumble his way through filming a MasterClass without ruining his reputation.
Food 2050Food 2050 · 2022
Food 2050
★ 10.02022
MovieDocumentary
As our profit-driven food systems crumble and our planet rapidly becomes unlivable, a group of global visionaries – activists, farmers, doctors, and scientists – lead extraordinary efforts to ensure a healthy, equitable, and sustainable food future.
Flavor of the MonthFlavor of the Month · 2025
Flavor of the Month
★ 3.02025
Movie
A B-list Chinese actor fears being replaced as “Hollywood’s Asian” while screen testing for a life-changing role.
Indian in a BoxIndian in a Box · 2025
Indian in a Box
★ 10.02025
MovieHorrorComedy
An Indian immigrant awakens inside a confined metal box, with the walls slowly closing in... unless he can do the work assigned to him.
Adam's SongAdam's Song · 2023
Adam's Song
★ 5.02023
Movie
A dangerously ambitious artist descends a self-destructive spiral as he prepares for the release of his next album.

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