“This all started as a poem that I wrote in a Kyiv coffee shop in late January. We started making this short film before Russia’s heinous February 24 attack on Ukraine. Having been evacuated from Kyiv a couple weeks prior, I wanted to make something in tribute to this beautiful city.

First, I reached out to my friend and editor, Darmyn, who was immediately on board. Second, I asked my friends if they’d want to contribute videos of Kyiv taken on their iPhones. Darmyn and I started to put it together.

Then Russia attacked.

Ukraine is experiencing unimaginable suffering at the hands of the Russian military. What we hope for with this modest short, now, is a reminder of Ukraine’s beauty and strength, and a plea to support Ukraine in its struggle for life and freedom.

After you watch, find out below how you can help. Thank you for listening.
Слава Україні.”

-Kate Ryan Brewer