Bobbie Birleffi

Acclaimed for her delicate touch on social issues, Bobbie Birleffi was born in 1952 in New Rochelle, New York, USA. Active from the late 1970s, Birleffi primarily directed documentaries and films focusing on societal issues, most notably "The Whisper", "Becoming Chaz" and "Washington Wives," earning her numerous accolades, including a Telly Award. Her directorial style is often characterized by her compassionate storytelling and her ability to give voice to marginalized communities. Bobbie Birleffi, with her empathetic lens and unflinching honesty, has always possessed the rare ability to make the invisible visible, sparking important conversations through her work.