Never Used – A Daughter’s Dream, A Mother’s Legacy

Never Used tells the story of HEMEN, a young mute girl who dreams of becoming an artist. Her mother once aspired to be a badminton champion, but fate intervened, leaving her dreams unfinished. Through HEMEN’s eyes, we witness the silent yet powerful pursuit of passion, the resilience of hope, and the legacy of dreams passed from mother to daughter.
This 2-minute 38-second short film captures the fragile, beautiful parallel between two lives, reminding us that dreams are not mere wishes—they are the lifeblood of the soul. Without them, we drift; with them, even in silence, we shine.
"Never let your dreams die.
Paint them with light,
before the shadows claim their glow."

  • Shorna Abedin
    Director
  • Shorna Abedin
    Writer
  • Shorna Abedin
    Producer
  • Shorna Abedin
    Key Cast
  • Project Type:
    Experimental, Music Video, Short
  • Runtime:
    2 minutes 38 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    February 2, 2026
  • Aspect Ratio:
    4:3
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    No
  • Student Project:
    No
  • Digital Cinema Package:
    Unavailable
Director Biography - Shorna Abedin

Shorna Abedin is an independent filmmaker and visual artist from Bangladesh. With a background in English Literature (MA), she crafts stories that blend emotion, visual poetry, and spiritual resonance. Her work often explores human resilience, silent struggles, and the power of unfulfilled dreams, bringing intimate stories to international audiences.

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Director Statement

As a filmmaker and storyteller, I have always been drawn to the silent struggles and unspoken dreams that shape human lives. Never Used is a tribute to every unfulfilled wish, every muted voice, and every spark of creativity that fights to survive. Through HEMEN and her mother, I explore how dreams—whether realized or deferred—define our existence and illuminate our path. This film is a reminder: to honor our dreams is to honor our very soul.