Sarah Burns (writer)

Sarah Burns is an American writer, director, and producer known primarily for her work in documentary filmmaking, often focusing on historical and social justice themes. She is the daughter of documentary filmmaker Ken Burns and the sister of documentary filmmaker David Burns.

Burns has collaborated extensively with her father and brother on several acclaimed documentaries, including serving as a producer on "The Central Park Five" (2012), a film about the wrongful convictions of five teenagers in the 1989 Central Park jogger case. She also co-directed and co-produced "Jackie Robinson" (2016), a documentary about the life and legacy of the iconic baseball player and civil rights advocate.

Other notable works include her co-direction and co-production of "East Lake Meadows: A Public Housing Story" (2020), a documentary exploring the complexities of public housing and its impact on residents in Atlanta, Georgia. Throughout her career, Burns has demonstrated a commitment to exploring complex social issues and historical events through the lens of documentary storytelling, contributing to a broader understanding of American history and contemporary social challenges.