


DEAR LARA
A Film by Lara St. John
About the Film
Dear Lara is a feature documentary, directed by Lara St. John and produced by Patrick Hamm.
When violinist Lara St. John goes public about her own assault as a child at an elite music school she uncovers a global pattern of abuse in the classical music world and joins fellow survivors to confront an entrenched culture of silence.
PREMIERE ANNOUNCEMENT
Santa Barbara, CA
February 6-9, 2026
Santa Barbara International Film Festival
World Premiere of Dear Lara
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January 18, 2026
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“Music was my voice even before I spoke. With Dear Lara, I’m now using that voice to help others reclaim theirs.”
– Lara St. John



