Bonni Cohen is a renowned filmmaker, whose body of work is characterized by a diverse range of thought-provoking documentaries that have garnered widespread acclaim and attention. One of her most notable achievements is the documentary "The Rape of Europa" (2006),which sheds light on the looting of art and cultural treasures during World War II, and the efforts of the Monuments Men to recover and preserve these irreplaceable artifacts.
Cohen's subsequent documentary, "The Island President" (2011),focuses on the pressing issue of climate change and its impact on small island nations, specifically the Maldives. This film follows the story of Mohamed Nasheed, the former President of the Maldives, as he battles to raise awareness about the devastating effects of rising sea levels and the importance of global cooperation to address this pressing issue.
More recently, Cohen co-directed "Athlete A" (2020),a documentary that exposes the widespread sexual abuse and cover-up within the USA Gymnastics organization. This powerful film tells the story of Maggie Nichols, a young gymnast who bravely spoke out about her own experiences of abuse, and the subsequent efforts of a group of courageous athletes to bring the perpetrators to justice and hold the organization accountable for its failures.
