Hailed by the UK FILM REVIEW as a “filmmaker to watch”, ALEXANDER DESOUZA is a Canadian director known for his imaginative visuals and timeless storytelling.

His recent short HOLO starring Shane West and Morgan Kohan premiered at the TRIBECA FESTIVAL in New York City and the BUCHEON INTERNATIONAL FANTASTIC FILM FESTIVAL in South Korea. Previous directorial work includes the Golden Sheaf nominated short MOTHER’S DAY and the FILM SHORTAGE featured short SKIN which premiered at the TORONTO REEL ASIAN FILM FESTIVAL. Beyond his narrative work, Alexander’s documentary credits include the CBC ARTS commissioned shorts, ART IN THE WILD and TAKE A HARD LOOK.

As co-founder of the The Wonderlight Company™, Alexander is currently developing his debut feature, The Last Summer In Kampala. A 2026 Top 30 Under 30 York alumnus, York University BFA Film graduate, and alumnus of the Reykjavik Film Festival Talent Lab in Iceland; Alexander is a full member of the Directors Guild of Canada, Directors UK, and BAFTA. He also serves as a voting member of the Canadian Screen Academy.