A documentary about a sister group whose album has been called one of the worst of all time is an unusual starting point for a first film. But Belleville native Ken Kwapis has never shied away from a professional challenge.
He helped bring “The Office” from British television to American audiences, directing 13 episodes, including the pilot, the 100th episode and the finale. Now, after more than 40 years in Hollywood, he’s returning home with his first documentary, “We Are the Shaggs.”
Kwapis will present the film at the 35th annual Whitaker St. Louis International Film Festival on Saturday, Nov. 7…