The Brother that Never was

The Brother that Never was (2025) is a fantasy, drama film directed by Tania C. Brooks.

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.

Cast

Anna Jenkins

Phoebe

Aracely Muñoz

Carmen

Lily Baer

Rose

Braeden Byrne

Sean

Shamberlee McCarter

Mom (voice)

Tania C. Brooks

Women Caller ID (voice)