Tracy Heather Strain

An insightful storyteller and a true advocate of diverse stories, Tracy Heather Strain was born in 1963 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA and embarked on her remarkable filmmaking career in the late 1980s. Specializing in documentary-style filmmaking, she is most renowned for her critically acclaimed works like "Lorraine Hansberry: Sighted Eyes/Feeling Heart" which won her a Peabody Award. Strain's unique authorial style is characterized by deeply personal narratives and meticulous attention to detail, breathing life into often overlooked stories and perspectives.

From a heart-felt perspective, Tracy Heather Strain is much more than a filmmaker — she is a passionate historian, shedding light on the untold stories of our time, and a powerful voice for those who are often unheard.