Note of defiance (2023)

SILVER AWARD, HUMAN AND CIVIL RIGHTS - 2024 Anthem Awards

GOLD AWARD - 2024 Spotlight Documentary Film Awards

GRAND PRIZE, BEST SHORT DOCUMENTARY - 2023 Rhode Island International Film Festival

RUNNER UP, BEST DOCUMENTARY - 2023 International Film Festival The Hague

OFFICIAL SELECTION - 2024 Flickerfest International Film Festival, Sydney

OFFICIAL SELECTION - 2024 Thomas Edison Film Festival

OFFICIAL SELECTION - 2024 Sedona International Film Festival


Streaming on Amazon Prime


Note of Defiance tells the stories of Vera and Roman, two artists who amidst Russia's invasion of Ukraine fight to preserve their culture, art, and normalcy. From bomb shelters and underground parking garages just 40km from the frontline, they share music and dance with the citizens of Kharkiv, holding on to hope that they will soon perform again on Kharkiv's premier stage.


Directed by Brian Henderson

Edited by Brady Darragh


Produced by Mercury Studios and Stept Studios

Post Production by Lockt Editorial