
Director X.
Directing
Born October 31, 1975 · Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Also known as Little X. · Director X · Lil' X
Biography
Julien Christian Lutz, known as Director X, is an acclaimed Canadian music video director, renowned for his collaborations with Drake, Rihanna, and Kendrick Lamar. Transitioning to filmmaking, he debuted with the Sony studio feature 'Superfly' produced by Joel Silver. Julien's art installations for Toronto’s Nuit Blanche, like 'Death of The Sun,' showcased in Drake’s tour, highlight his artistic depth. His current venture, 'Robyn Hood,' reimagines the classic tale with a modern, socially conscious twist, set to premiere on Global in 2023. Beyond his creative pursuits, Julien champions social change, founding Operation Prefrontal Cortex to tackle gun violence through mindfulness. A compelling speaker, he advocates for creativity, wellness, and community to foster a more peaceful world. He also has a clothing line, X Fit. He was born and raised near Toronto, Ontario, and is of Trinidadian and Swiss descent.
Awards & recognition
- Juno Award — Video of the Year · 2013
- Juno Award — Video of the Year · 2013 · nominated
- MTV Video Music Award — Best Direction · 2013 · nominated
Filmography14 titles

Rhythm City Volume One: Caught Up

Lost Girl

Genius

Backstage

Cross

The Imperfects

SuperFly

October Faction

NASA & SpaceX: Journey to the Future

Center Stage: On Pointe

Underplayed

America's Next Top Model

Across the Line

Horror Noire