Vanessa is a self-taught Latinx independent freelance director whose work extends itself worldwide. She considers Austin, Philadelphia, Los Angeles, New York, and San Francisco as the pillars of her film community.

Born in Chicago, and raised in a Cuban/Puerto Rican household, Pla grew up drinking coffee in the evening with their grandmother and hearing the sounds of fried chicken crackling.

Currently, she is inspired by red tomatoes and Greek statues.

 Known for telling surreal and colorful stories, Pla’s work spans through a wide range of genres and clients. Most of her directorial work consists of music videos, since music has played a guiding force throughout the course of her career — and life.  Her favorite stories are those that highlight the unknown hero and bring color to the mundane. Pla can create unique and captivating modern imagery while pulling inspiration from older cinema palettes and vintage motifs. Each project calls for its own unique approach, but what stays constant is her need to push boundaries and challenge perspectives both literally and metaphorically. 

Whether it’s a music video or a commercial, Pla aims to make you feel the magic of cinema deep within your soul.

Friends and Collaborators include: THE BEAR, ALL AGES PRODUCTIONS, NEW SPONGE MEDIA, BIG SPRING MEDIA, CURATOR, SUBURBAN GIRL PICTURES

vanessaplafilms@gmail.com