(Cover) - EN Showbiz - Jessica Alba plans to work with the best directors in the world.

The American actress has starred in many popular movies, including Fantastic Four, Valentine's Day and The Love Guru. Despite her successful career, the first thing many people mention when discussing her is stunning appearance. Jessica tries not to let that get her down, and has decided to challenge peoples perceptions by taking on different parts.

I want to distance myself from roles more geared to how I look in a sexy outfit, she said. My goal is to work with the best directors out there. Ive always taken my career seriously and I want to do work I can be proud of.

Jessicas last role as Sartana Rivera in movie Machete will make many people view her differently as the character is so tough. The actress insists she wasnt hard to play, as Sartana is actually very like her.

Im a lot tougher than people imagine as Ive always had to defend myself, she told Look magazine. I never fitted in as a kid, I was always a loner who got beaten up or picked on by other kids. (C) Cover Media