Note of Defiance

Synopsis

Filmed in early 2023, on the Ukrainian-Russian border, this short documentary explores two artists' use of their creativity and art as a means of cultural survival and defiance. In Kharkiv, Ukraine; attacks on civilian centres have forced cultural sites to close. The Kharkiv State Academic Opera and Ballet Theatre is one of the biggest cultural sites in the city forced to close due to these attacks. Two inspiring artists move continue to provide concerts and lessons anywhere they can; from parking garages to bomb shelters. Through powerful interviews, we learn of the unique challenges artists have faced during this conflict. From censorship and persecution, to displacement and trauma. The film concludes with emotional performance, where two disciplines of violin and dance are brought together in the theatre for the first time in nearly a year.

Main Cast

Crew

Department	Role	Name
Directing	Director	Brian Henderson
Writing	Writer	Brian Henderson Dan Borrelli
Production	Producer	Brian Henderson Dan Borrelli Holly Adams Meredith Rodriguez
Department	Role	Name

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