IT'S DESMOND (your misguided tour guide)

In a world of disingenuous wanderlusters, "IT'S DESMOND (your misguided tour guide)" seeks to reveal the truth behind world travel.

  • Daniela Di Salvo
    Director
    Dead North, James & the Fish
  • Desmond Ngai
    Writer
  • George D'Amato
    Producer
  • Desmond Ngai
    Producer
  • Desmond Ngai
    Key Cast
  • Project Type:
    Short
  • Runtime:
    5 minutes 44 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    January 13, 2020
  • Country of Origin:
    Canada
  • Country of Filming:
    Canada
  • Language:
    English
  • Shooting Format:
    Digital
  • Aspect Ratio:
    2.35:1
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    No
  • Student Project:
    No
Director Biography - Daniela Di Salvo

Daniela Di Salvo is a Canadian independent film director, writer, editor and cinematographer, best known for her short films Dead North and James & the Fish, the former of which was part of the official selection of the 2019 Toronto Smartphone film festival, where she won Best Emerging Filmmaker. Di Salvo is known for the inspired musical choices she showcases in her films and her ability to artistically convey emotion and movement on screen.

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Director Statement

Not all who wander are lost…well, maybe some.

Aesthetically, my vision for this mockumentary about a misguided tour guide was inspired by Wes Anderson’s symmetry and rich colour tapestry. Thematically, I wanted the ideas of exploration and whimsy to be subtle, yet engaging and fun. Niagara Falls was our playground, and though at times, its grandeur may be slightly upstaged by Desmond himself, its beauty and wonder is always within reach in the frame. We hope this film brings audiences a sense of joy, curiosity, maybe some absurdity, and a few chuckles along the way.