Werner du Plessis

Directing

Born: May 14, 1986

Werner du Plessis, a talented writer hailing from Pretoria, South Africa, has showcased an outstanding ability for both poetry and prose. He graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree from The South African School of Motion Picture Medium, specializing in Directing, Screenwriting, and Editing. Later, he pursued a Master of Arts degree in Digital Media Content from Sogang University in Seoul, South Korea, during which he also completed the Harvard Documentary Film Program. He furthered his studies in Los Angeles, where he completed the UCLA Screenwriting Program and established himself as a highly sought-after script editor among major productions in Seoul, South Korea. In March of 2023, du Plessis's exceptional talents culminated in the release of his directorial debut in partnership with Inu Baek, The Eighth Sense: The Series (2023), and accompanying film. The production was celebrated for its visually stunning aesthetics and nuanced treatment of complex themes. It garnered critical acclaim from both audiences and critics alike, solidifying du Plessis's position as a masterful storyteller.