Ekaterina Parr

I'm an independent filmmaker who creates commercials, music videos, and short films that focus on authentic human stories. I grew up in a town in Russia where there was nothing film-related, so pursuing directing wasn't a traditional path. After moving to the U.S., I got my degree in film from Bard College and worked at Pinpoint Pictures as a director intern and assistant on set, where I learned from incredible mentors including the founder and director Sage Bennett, whose documentary-style approach deeply inspires me. I believe that in the world of AI, keeping stories human is essential, so all my work centers on real people and their experiences. My Polaroid campaign tells the story of a father teaching his daughter to use a camera to create memories, following her as she grows up still using Polaroids. I also direct music videos, recently completing one for a French musician that reframes New York as a city of love, inspired by my 6 months living in Paris where I interned and studied French culture and sociology at Sciences Po. That European experience taught me to capture moments of happiness and human connection, focusing on a slower lifestyle that values simple moments. I also have a music background with a certificate from music school, and I write songs and play guitar and piano, which helps me bridge my interests in film and music.