ALEXANDER DESOUZA is an Indo-Canadian director known for an “old soul” sensibility that emphasizes timeless storytelling and visual precision. His work is characterized by a deep focus on character and atmosphere.

His latest short HOLO starring Shane West and Morgan Kohan premiered at the 25TH TRIBECA FESTIVAL and will have it’s Asian Premiere at the prestigious 30TH BIFAN Festival in South Korea. Alexander’s previous narrative directorial work includes the Golden Sheaf-nominated MOTHER’S DAY and SKIN which premiered at the 23rd Toronto Reel Asian International Film Festival before being featured on Film Shortage.

Alexander’s versatility extends into the documentary and digital space, having been commissioned by CBC Arts to direct and write the documentary shorts Art in the Wild and Take a Hard Look. He is also the director behind the web series pilot BACK TO ONE.

As a co-founder and Chief Creative Officer of The Wonderlight Company™, Alexander is currently focused on his narrative feature debut The Last Summer In Kampala based on his 2015 produced documentary.

A 2026 Top 30 Under 30 alumnus, York University BFA Film graduate, and alumnus of the Reykjavik Film Festival Talent Lab; 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.