Pleibol

A coming-of-age story about identity, baseball, and heritage in Washington Heights.

Pleibol

A 10-minute short drama about identity and baseball by Angel Ruby Vasquez

Behind Scenes

Co-directed by Haffe Acosta and Kevin Castillo, capturing the vibrant energy of Fordham University and the heart of Latino heritage.

Our Mission

To honor Latinos’ overlooked foundational role in American baseball, telling a story of race, belonging, and family ties.

My Journey

As writer and director, I poured my heart into telling a story that reflects my own roots and the complexities of identity.

Roots

Inspired by heritage and history

Growing up in Washington Heights shaped my vision.