Katya Bankowsky is a multifaceted creative professional with a diverse portfolio of work, encompassing film direction, editing, and executive production. Her notable credits include the feature film Shadow Boxers, which premiered at the esteemed Toronto and Berlin International film festivals, garnering critical acclaim and numerous awards for direction, cinematography, editing, and music.
Before its honorary screenings at the American Cinematheque, Lincoln Center, and global distribution, Shadow Boxers traversed the festival circuit, collecting accolades along the way. The film's theatrical release was met with widespread critical acclaim, with The New York Post praising its "compelling" and "beautifully photographed" portrayal of boxing, likening it to the iconic Raging Bull. The Los Angeles Times simply declared Shadow Boxers "the best boxing film you are likely to see".