👉 Kathartic is a term used in the context of literature, film, and television. It refers to a state of complete emotional exhaustion or overwhelming emotions. In literature, it often describes characters experiencing intense physical pain or distress. In films, it could refer to a moment when a character's emotions become so raw that they can no longer control themselves. In TV shows, it is used to describe the intensity and depth of emotion that a character experiences in a single scene or episode.