She directed the films Barefoot: The Mark Baumer Story (2019), Woman on Fire (2016), Aspie Seeks Love (2015), and the Healthy Artists series (2012-4).

After graduating, she attended the University of Pittsburgh on a full scholarship where she studied film, writing, and psychology while composing music.

At 19, she released an indie music album Something About Violins through Western Vinyl that gained acclaim from Pitchfork,[1] Wire, and the Washington Post.

Often drawing comparisons to Cat Power and Mirah, Sokolow has been noted for her decidedly lo-fi sound, minimalistic style, and intimate lyrics.

[10] The film profiles writer and activist Mark Baumer, who walked over 100 days barefoot to protest climate change.