Katharina Keil – Director | Writer | Producer

Katharina Keil is a German-born Australian writer, director and producer based in Western Australia, with over thirty years of experience across the international film and television industry. Her extensive background as a script supervisor and assistant director across Australia, Germany, South Africa and the UK informs her precise, performance-driven approach to directing.

Her award-winning directorial work is grounded in character, emotional connection and the humour found in human behaviour. Short films Waves, Opa-Pappou and The Release have screened at festivals in Australia and internationally, with Waves and Opa-Pappou receiving multiple awards and nominations.

Katharina is currently developing original film and television projects, including feature film Tracks of Love and comedy series Please Rescue Me. She also mentors filmmakers, drawing on the practical knowledge gained across more than 60 film and television productions.

Katharina is a member of the Australian Directors’ Guild (ADG), Australian Writers’ Guild (AWG) and MEAA.