The Brother that Never was

The Brother that Never was

What if you wished your brother never existed... and the world listened?

PG-13 2025 · 8 min · Fantasy, Drama, Mystery

On her 21st birthday, a young woman receives a gift from her older brother — a childhood elephant trinket that stirs up memories of never being good enough. Fueled by resentment and insecurity, she makes a wish… and wakes up in a world where her brother never existed. This 8-minute psychological fantasy short explores the darker side of sibling love, identity, and regret.

Directed by Tania C. Brooks · Written by Tania C. Brooks

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Anna Jenkins Phoebe
Aracely Muñoz Carmen
Lily Baer Rose
Braeden Byrne Sean
Shamberlee McCarter Mom (voice)
Tania C. Brooks Women Caller ID (voice)

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