Aubrey Plaza has really evolved since her time as a breakout character on “Parks and Rec.” You can really chart her change from being typecast as the sarcastic, snarky comedic relief to one of the most interesting actresses working today when she starred in “Ingrid Goes West.” Since then, she’s taken on a variety of challenging roles that have continued to showcase her talent for defying preconceived notions about her. Next, she wants to do that with filmmaking.
In a new interview with GQ, Aubrey Plaza talked extensively about the trajectory of her career and where she wants to go in the future. Obviously, her most recent role is in Mike White’s “The White Lotus” Season 2. But from there, she is also set to star in a mysterious and “really pivotal” role in the Marvel Studios series, “Agatha: Coven of Chaos,” followed by a role in Francis Ford Coppola’s highly anticipated “Megalopolis.” Throw in an upcoming spy film from Guy Ritchie, and it’s really clear that Plaza is going for diversity with her roles.
But after she’s done with all of this, she has a special project lined up—her directorial debut. Plaza has apparently written the script for a family-friendly film that she doesn’t want to give too many details about. However, if you’re a fan of a certain director known for films like “Beetlejuice” and “Edward Scissorhands,” then you might understand the vibe she’s going for with the film.
“I’m trying to fill the female Tim Burton slot,” she teased.
Given her recent film choices, especially with her producing credit on the 2022 film, “Emily the Criminal,” it’s clearly becoming increasingly difficult to nail down what an “Aubrey Plaza role” is actually going to be. So, when you consider she is apparently influenced by the likes of Tim Burton, it’s also impossible to really know what tricks she may have up her sleeve as a director.
Regardless, we’re here for it.