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Filmmaker.
Lea's creative journey began with acting and led her to NYC to study under the legendary Bill Esper. But it was behind the camera that she found her true calling - directing heartfelt, hopeful films that aim to leave audiences moved, uplifted, and more connected.
Lea is the founder of LeaPVision Productions, an independent film company dedicated to making a vision a reality by taking a leap of faith creating films that spark change and joy, telling stories that uplift, empower, and connect.
Films
2025-2026
Delphy
Writer / Director / Producer
Currently in pre-production, this award-winning uplifting coming-of-age script will empower outsiders to embrace their true selves and find joy beyond heartbreak.
2022
Moment of Truth
Writer / Director / Editor / Producer
A neo-noir revenge tale reimagined through the female gaze - challenging the classic film noir genre and giving it an update to our times.
2021
A New Tomorrow
Director / Editor
A short urban drama that examines how circumstance and scarcity shape our decisions.
2019
When Will The Chameleon Speak
Director / Editor
A poetic short drama that encourages to share, connect, and collaborate with one another through trying times.
2019
How I Met Emily
Writer / Director / Producer / Editor
A short period drama meets modern romcom.
2018
Fork In The Road
Writer / Director / Editor / Producer
A short drama about rejection, choice, and a very difficult decision.
2018
Old Habits Die Hard
Writer / Producer
A metaphorical short exploring the challenges of alcohol addiction.
2017
A Cycle
Writer / Director / Producer
A short drama about the difficulties of breaking harmful habits.
Awards & Nominations
2024-2025
Delphy
Best Short Screenplay - Female Voices Rock Film Festival
Best Short Script - Platinum Award, Sept. 2024 - Independent Shorts Awards
Nominee Best Short Script - Utah International Film Festival
2022
A New Tomorrow
Nominee Best Director - The Brightside Film Festival
Nominee Best Film - The Brightside Film Festival
2018-2019
Old Habits Die Hard
Best Film of the Festival - 300 Seconds Short Film Festival
Best Mystery / Thriller / Suspense (super short category) - AltFF Alternative Film Festival
Nominee Best Drama Film - Austin Micro Short Film Festival
2019
Fork In The Road
Best Emerging Storyteller - Imagine This Girl Power Film & Media Showcase
2018
A Cycle
Audience Choice Award - Boulevard Film Festival
Education
2025
The Barrow Group
Directing Workshop I
2024-2025
The Independent Film School
The Film Directing Suite
2022
UCLA Extension
Directing Workshop I
2013-2015
2-Year Full Time Program
William Esper Studio, Meisner Technique
Teacher: Bill Esper
2007-2011
BFA in Acting
Academy of Performing Arts Ulm, Germany