“Collaborating with Dina and producer Melissa on this project has been an immensely rewarding and creative journey. From the moment I saw the initial cut of the documentary, my goal for the score was to capture the essence of this extraordinary teenager. The music seeks to explore the many dimensions of Nastasya Generalova’s character—her incredible talents, unyielding determination, the obstacles she and her mother have faced, (including financial challenges, racial discrimination, body image issues, favouritism,) – the duality of her Russian and American heritage and the remarkable resilience she exhibits in overcoming these challenges.

Additionally, Dina expressed a desire to include music that would accompany Nastasya’s tournaments, music that would also resonate with her unique personality. As a result, we have crafted a score that is richly eclectic, reflecting the diverse facets of her life and spirit.” – Christopher Barnett

“This is my second feature documentary, and once again, I had the pleasure of collaborating with Chris on the music composition. I believe we share a similar approach to storytelling—one that begins with a genuine love for the characters of the story. We immerse ourselves in their world, trying to understand their personalities, struggles, and triumphs. Chris was committed to fully understand Nastasya and her mother, Olga, exploring their circumstances and inner lives. Through this process, Chris’s music brings an emotional depth that transcends the screen, allowing the audience to feel what words and images alone cannot tell.” – Dina Burlis