Katherine Bratkowski
Writer l Producer l Director
Documentary: "Gateway to a New Life"
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The stories of the Afghan refugees who are settling in an unlikely place--St. Louis, Missouri--and how a struggling city is helping them build new lives.
Selection: Sama International Film Festival in Stockholm, St. Louis International Film Festival.
Documentary: "Something in the Water"
The story of how flyover country influenced rock and roll.
(Emmy Award--Historical documentary, MCA Golden Reel, Telly, Selection St. Louis International Film Festival)
Streaming on Amazon Prime
Documentary: "Something in the Water"
The story of how flyover country influenced rock and roll.
(Emmy Award--Historical documentary, MCA Golden Reel, Telly, Selection St. Louis International Film Festival)
Streaming on Amazon Prime
Documentary: "True Gaelic-Searching for Ireland's Lost History"
An archaeological dig in a remote corner of Ireland unearths clues about ancient Irish kings.
I directed a crew on a month-long shoot in Ireland. Full film on Amazon Prime, Heritage Broadcasting Service.
Sizzle Reel: "Local King"
A sizzle reel introducing a series about beloved local musicians. Screened at the New York Television Festival.
Documentary: "The Best of Us-100 years of Muny Magic"
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The story of a community's love for an iconic outdoor theatre that's a launching pad for Broadway stars.
Documentary short: "Glass"
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The art of glass is seemingly impossible--taming hot liquid into an intricate pattern and shape. Artist Sam Stang is a master at it. (Emmy Award)
Documentary short: "Liquid Roads"
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The liquid road of the Mississippi River inspired music as diverse as jazz, blues and swing. A story told in dance. (Emmy Award)
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Documentary short: "Glass"
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The art of glass is seemingly impossible--taming hot liquid into an intricate pattern and shape. Artist Sam Stang is a master at it. (Emmy Award)
Documentary short/feature story: "Table for Lou"
Table for Lou is a nonprofit organization that demonstrates that food really is love. The volunteer-led organization teaches at-risk youth how to cook through weekly cooking classes and shared meals. Table for Lou also provides a completely free home-cooked meal at Children's Hospital for the families of patients.