Joel Souza (born June 14, 1973) is an American filmmaker.

Career

Souza was originally inspired to become a filmmaker after viewing the

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film ''

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'' (1981). As a writer and director, Souza made his debut in 2010 with the family adventure film ''Hannah's Gold'', starring

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. The thriller ''

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'', which featured the life behind the wheel of a patrol car, premiered at the

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, and received mixed reviews from critics, who noted substantial similarities between ''Crown Vic'' and the 2001 film ''

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''.

2021 ''Rust'' shooting incident

On October 21, 2021, Souza was injured by a discharge from a

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fired by actor

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while filming ''

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''. Cinematographer

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died in the incident.

Personal life

Souza lives in the

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, and is married with two children.

Filmography

References

External links

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