Alex D. Lugo
Biography
Alex Lugo is a second-generation, award-winning actor and filmmaker based in Atlanta, GA, and the founder of Vitruvian Films. Born in Puerto Rico and raised in Miami in a family of artists, he is the son of renowned Latin American film and television actor Daniel Lugo. Alex honed his craft at the Stella Adler Studio of Acting in New York City and is an alumnus of the American Theatre Wing's SpringboardNYC program. As a filmmaker, he has produced several note-worthy projects, most recently "Project Penelope," a sci-fi drama short film which he co-directed and starred in, earning him the Best Actor award at the 2024 North Hollywood CineFest and Best Director at the 2025 Georgia Shorts Film Festival.
Known For & Full Filmography3 Titles
Drama Series - 2026, 16 episodes • as Mechanic
Ex-con photographer RJ Decker becomes a PI in South Florida, solving strange cases with help from his journalist ex, her cop wife, and an enigmatic woman from his past who may help or destroy him.
Movie - 2025, 2h 15m • as Jonas
Grieving the tragic loss of their young daughter Penelope, scientists Jonas and Elizabeth delve into the world of artificial intelligence to recreate their beloved child. As they work diligently to assemble Penelope's essence from fragmented memories and precious mementos, their relationship is tested. Elizabeth becomes increasingly doubtful about their likelihood of success, while Jonas conceals a haunting secret.
Movie - 2024, 2h 15m • Main Cast Role
Will Darby and Clark Stephenson are gearing up to become the first gay couple to headline their highly anticipated mainstream talk show. But first, they must appear on LIVE. with Vanessa Mills to debunk a certain rumor that is derailing their momentum. That is until a sudden text message changes everything for them.