Shopno Samudra is an independent filmmaker and storyteller whose works span documentary, live-action shorts, and animation. With a focus on memory, identity, and resilience, she often blends personal experience with broader cultural narratives, creating films that are both intimate and universal.
Her early documentary Two Daughters and the Memory of Their Father (2019)
received a Special Mention & Mentorship Recognition at Dhaka DocLab, marking her entry into documentary cinema. In 2023, she released Dear Child, Smile Please!
, which was selected for First-Time Filmmaker Sessions, Volume 4, showcasing her interest in exploring the emotional landscapes of childhood and innocence.
Venturing into animation, her student short Falgun (2024) was chosen for First-Time Filmmaker Sessions, Volume 6. The animated short Rupali Aansh (2025)
brought her recognition on the international stage, being selected at Cartoon Club Rimini and the 22nd Sedicicorto Forlì International Film Festival, where it placed 6th in the Amimare section, as well as being a Quarter-Finalist at the Nordic Palestinian Film Festival.
Her student short Time (2024)
was an Official Selection at the 100Films Retreat in California, reflecting her growing presence in the global student film circuit.
In addition to screenings and awards, her filmmaking is marked by experimentation across mediums, often combining traditional techniques — such as hand-drawn animation — with digital tools. She is committed to telling stories that highlight human vulnerability, memory, and the search for meaning.
As an emerging filmmaker, Shopno continues to develop new works that aim to connect deeply personal experiences with wider social and cultural resonances, bringing her unique voice to audiences around the world.
