John G. McGrath
Multimedia Producer
John McGrath hails from Ottawa, Kansas, and attended the University of Kansas where he majored in film. A filmmaker since the age of 10, John has written and directed a number of short films he is always eager to show you or talk about. If it's film related, he's your go-to guy. With more than 15 years experience in journalism at two local television stations, he is eager to lend his skills to Flatland.
Stories by John G. McGrath
Faith Leader Turns Grief Into Services for Suffering Families
Changemaker Bishop Frank Douglas Jr. lost his son – Cameron – when he was shot and killed at the age of 23. In response, he formed a nonprofit to support families who have lost loved ones to violence.
Art House | Panic in ‘The Pulpit’
"The Pulpit: Prelude" is a short film that tracks growing tensions surrounding a progressive pastor in a small rural community.
Former West Side Youth ‘Taking Care of Business’ for Kids Like Him
Manuel Medina has formed TCB Crew, through a partnership with Guadalupe Centers, as a scholarship program for first-generation Latino college students.
A Dream Come True: Candance Wesson Helps Women Succeed After Prison
Changemaker Candance Wesson is the founder of The HelpKC, which helps women succeed after prison.
Art House | ‘Body Paragraphs’ Ponders Teen Struggle for Self-Esteem
Here’s a bit of advice. Keep an eye on emerging writer/director Erika Lobati, whose latest short film is a compelling and comedic mediation on body image.
Art House | Expect ‘The Unexpected’ to Affect You
The filmmakers behind "The Unexpected," a new short film about organ trafficking, discuss how they made the movie in Kansas City.
Art House | KC Filmmaker Vies to Share Black Perspective
More diverse representation in local cinema comes through strongly in two compelling short films by DeVonte Brown, “Vie” and “Now What?”
Art House | ‘BOYMOM’ Seeks to Spark Missouri Filmmaking
“BOYMOM” is the first short film produced by the Missouri Stories Production Lab, a program of the Missouri Film Office designed to encourage Missouri stories produced in the state.
Art House Extra | Going Underground for Film in KC
The Kansas City Underground Film Festival is back bigger than ever this year, featuring a whopping 114 films Sept. 16-26 at the Charlotte Street Foundation,.
Art House Extra | Former KU Athlete Chases Gold at Tokyo Olympics
Art House visits with the filmmakers behind "Chasing Gold," a documentary about former KU discus thrower Mason Finley's preparation for the Tokyo Olympics.