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
Art House | A Celebration of Heartland Filmmaking
"Art House" guests Patrick Rea and Michelle Davidson Bratcher discuss filmmaking in the heartland.
Art House Extra | ‘Irresistible’ Plays Politics in Rural America
Kansas City filmmaker Patrick Rea reviews the new political satire "Irresistible," written and directed by Jon Stewart.
Art House Extra | Boulevard Drive-In Theatre Hosts World Premiere
Flatland spent a recent evening at the Boulevard Drive-In, which hosted the world premiere of “I Am Lisa,” local filmmaker Patrick Rea’s latest movie.
Art House Extra | ‘E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial’
Lawrence-based filmmaker Misti Boland discusses "E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial."
Art House | A Love Story Behind the Camera
Filmmakers Misti Boland and Jeremy Osbern discuss their lives as a personal and professional couple.
Art House Extra: Spike Lee’s ‘Da 5 Bloods’
Screenwriter Kevin Willmott discusses Spike Lee's new Netflix film "Da 5 Bloods."
Art House Extra: ‘A Clockwork Orange’
Stanley Kubrick's "A Clockwork Orange" is a dystopian vision of social chaos. It just might be as relevant as ever.
Art House Extra: ‘An American Werewolf in London’
Screenland Armour Theatre co-owner Adam Roberts recommends "An American Werewolf in London."
Art House: Pondering the Future of Film Following a Pandemic
Screenland Armour Theatre co-owner Adam Roberts and Kansas City filmmaker Anthony Ladesich ponder the future of film creation and exhibition in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic.





