Laura Poitras
DirectingAbout Laura Poitras
Laura Poitras is an Academy Award-winning American documentary film director and producer residing in Berlin. Poitras has received numerous awards for her work, including the 2014 Academy Award for Best Documentary Feature for Citizenfour, about Edward Snowden. while My Country, My Country received a nomination in the same category in 2007. She won the 2013 George Polk Award for "national security reporting" related to the NSA disclosures. The NSA reporting by Poitras, Glenn Greenwald, Ewen MacAskill, and Barton Gellmancontributed to the 2014 Pulitzer Prize for Public Service awarded jointly to The Guardian and The Washington Post. She is a 2012 MacArthur Fellow, and one of the initial supporters of the Freedom of the Press Foundation.
Laura Poitras Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Laura Poitras reflects exceptional commercial consistency. Across 5 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Laura Poitras's work falls within the Documentary genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 80% of Laura Poitras's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.
One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains Citizenfour, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Laura Poitras Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Laura Poitras's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Laura Poitras has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | Risk | Self (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2017 | Meeting Snowden | Self - Journalist (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2016 | All Governments Lie: Truth, Deception, and the Spirit of I.F. Stone | Self - Co-founder, The Intercept (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2014 | Citizenfour | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2008 | Capturing Reality | Self | Average | Similar → |
Laura Poitras - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Laura Poitras?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Laura Poitras is "Citizenfour" with a rating of 7.7/10.
How many movies has Laura Poitras acted in?
Laura Poitras has been featured in at least 5 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Laura Poitras?
Other notable films include "All Governments Lie: Truth, Deception, and the Spirit of I.F. Stone", "Meeting Snowden", and "Risk".