Sudz Sutherland

Personal Info

Known For Director

Gender Male

Place of Birth Scarborough, Ontario, Canada

Also Known As David Sutherland, David "Sudz" Sutherland

Sudz Sutherland

Biography

David "Sudz" Sutherland, a Toronto-born filmmaker, discovered his passion for storytelling through high school theatre. He studied film at York University, collaborating with Jennifer Holness, his wife, on music videos and shorts. Their acclaimed short film "My Father’s Hands" received nominations and awards, marking his rise in filmmaking. In 2003, he directed the well-received "Love, Sex and Eating the Bones," earning Genie Award nominations and accolades. Sutherland delved into television, directing acclaimed shows like "Degrassi: The Next Generation" and "Murdoch Mysteries." His co-creation, "She’s the Mayor," aired in 2011. Their collaboration extended to the fact-based feature "Home Again," exploring the lives of Jamaican deportees. The film earned Canadian Screen Award nominations in 2013, showcasing Sutherland's talent and impact in storytelling. Sutherland was also profiled on an episode of HGTV's series Neat, in which professional organizer Hellen Buttigieg reorganized and decluttered his office.

Known For

Director

2021
Superman & Lois

as Director

2020
FBI: Most Wanted

as Director

2019
Batwoman

as Director

2018
All American

as Director

2016
2016
Private Eyes

as Director

2016
2016
2015
Blindspot

as Director

2015
Supergirl

as Director

2014
The Flash

as Director

2013
Reign

as Director

2012
Home Again

as Director

2012
The Phantoms

as Director

2009
Guns

as Director

2008
Toronto Stories

as Director

2008
Murdoch Mysteries

as Director

2001
Degrassi

as Director

2000

Writer

2016
2009
Guns

as Writer

2008
Toronto Stories

as Writer

Producer

2021
Subjects of Desire

as Producer

2020
Stateless

as Executive Producer

Creator

2016
2011
She's the Mayor

as Creator