Mikołaj 'Mik' Bakalarz
Director of Photography

 

Archaeologist Kathleen Martinez is leading a thrilling detective hunt on land and underwater, to unearth the final pieces of the puzzle that will unlock the story of Cleopatra's last days. Armed with the latest technology and the unparalleled skills of explorer Bob Ballard, she is guaranteed to make extraordinary discoveries. This could be the find of the century: Cleopatra's Lost Tomb.

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My Role: Director of Photography

Directed By: Alex Kiehl

Producers: Robin Daly & Jules Hawkins

Production Company: Lion TV

Grade: Paul Koren @ Roundtable Post

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Featured by the British Cinematographer Magazine - Masterclass Series: 

https://britishcinematographer.co.uk/mikolaj-bakalarz-cleopatras-final-secret/

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Featured by Sony:

https://www.sony.co.uk/alphauniverse/stories/a-cinematic-desert-documentary

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Featured in The Times, The Telegraph, Newsweek and many other publications.

In competition at the 2026 News & Documentary EMMY Awards and BAFTA TV Craft Awards in

Best Cinematography / Photography categories.

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