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Her Father's Music

This short documentary film tells the remarkable story of Nina Baratoff, a Russian ballerina born a refugee in 1940s China. As a child, she danced to a piano piece her father composed just for her. Believed lost, its tattered pages were rediscovered decades later, sparking a journey of remembrance and renewal, as a team of musicians, choreographers, and dancers—including generations of her own family—bring the piece back to life. Through this rediscovered heirloom, "Her Father’s Music" celebrates art, legacy, and the unbreakable bond between generations.

  • Vin Eiamvuthikorn
    Director
  • David Feldman
    Co-producer
  • Nina Baratoff
    Key Cast
  • Paul McCurdy
    Music Director
  • Gregory Amato
    Choreographers
  • Nina Amato
    Choreographers
  • Sofia Amato
    Dancer
  • Project Type:
    Documentary, Short
  • Runtime:
    27 minutes 30 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    May 4, 2025
  • Production Budget:
    1,200 USD
  • Country of Origin:
    United States
  • Country of Filming:
    United States
  • Language:
    English
  • Shooting Format:
    Digital
  • Aspect Ratio:
    16:9
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    Yes
  • Student Project:
    No
  • Private Screening
    San Francisco
    United States
    May 10, 2025
    World Premiere
Director Biography - Vin Eiamvuthikorn

A dancer, graphic designer, photographer, and videographer. Vin's inspiration is the movement of the human form as it conveys story and purpose. A retired professional dancer with Peninsula Ballet Theatre, Vin has been involved in dance for more than two decades. Beyond his final performance in 2020, he has continued using his passion for dance along with his skills as a multimedia artist to benefit local dance companies and performers. He has produced print and online campaigns, dance videos, and other visual materials in collaboration with companies including Peninsula Ballet Theatre, Oceanica Ballet, and Peninsula Ballet Conservatory. Originally from Thailand, he came to San Francisco 24 years ago to pursue his dream. "Her Father's Music" is his first documentary film.

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