Laura Poitras

Laura Poitras is a renowned American documentary filmmaker known for her work focusing on social and political issues. She gained widespread recognition for her documentary film "Citizenfour" (2014), which won the Academy Award for Best Documentary Feature. Poitras is also known for her films "My Country, My Country" (2006) and "The Oath" (2010), which garnered critical acclaim. Her work often explores themes such as surveillance, privacy, and government secrecy. Alongside her filmmaking career, Poitras is also a recipient of the MacArthur "Genius" Grant for her innovative and impactful contributions to the field of documentary filmmaking.