An acclaimed American filmmaker, she is known for her work in documentary cinema, focusing on themes of political and social justice. Her breakout film, "My Country, My Country," was nominated for an Academy Award. She won an Oscar for "Citizenfour," which chronicled Edward Snowden's NSA disclosures. With a background in filmmaking from the New School, her work often highlights government surveillance and civil liberties. Her storytelling blends investigative journalism with intimate, human narratives.