BIOGRAPHY
Nicholas V. Andros
From a young age, Nicholas has been captivated by the magic of storytelling through the arts, with a particular passion for film. While studying at Columbia College Chicago, he wrote, directed, and produced the award-winning short film "Ducks," a story about a kid with Asperger’s Syndrome. Which garnered rave reviews at numerous film festivals. Later going on to win the “Excellence in Representation” award at the “Asperger’s Film Festival” in Rome, Italy. This overwhelming response ignited his desire to delve deeper into the world of independent cinema.
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Nicholas is driven by a mission to craft stories that challenge conventional perspectives, inviting audiences to explore new horizons. His latest project, “Trattoria,” pushed the boundaries of his directorial prowess, as he navigated the complexities of shooting on 16mm film while directing remotely via Zoom during the COVID pandemic. This experience not only tested his skills but also fueled his creative resilience.
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Now based in Los Angeles, Nicholas has immersed himself in the vibrant SoCal filmmaking scene, collaborating with local talents to refine his narrative direction. His versatility shines through his work on music videos, where he has directed a diverse array of artists. Notably, he partnered with independent sensation Kovei on “Off The Yayo” and collaborated with Persian musician Shayan Kay. Nicholas has also showcased his adaptability by working with established artists like Kirk Covington from Grammy nominated company, RMI Records, proving his ability to navigate varying budgets and creative visions.
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With each project, Nicholas continues to push the envelope, leaving an indelible mark on the cinematic landscape.
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FILMOGRAPHY
DUCKS
2020
The idea for "Ducks" came from when I found a bunch of rubber ducks in a box, from when my family moved. I wanted to write a short about surrounding the rubber ducks; it was then when I also wanted to make this about Asperger's and truly explore a story where the main character isn't the one that needs to change, but the people around him.
Trattoria
2021
Following Ducks, I wrote "Trattoria". The idea for the story came when I was working at an Italian restaurant in downtown Chicago. The restaurant was underground and had a very creepy and elegant presence to it. You could feel the history of it, and how long it as been apart of Chicago, even before it was a restaurant.
This sparked the idea to make a story about a restaurant that traps you. I later made that idea into an adaption of the Greek Lotus Eaters, and took this opportunity to make this place look very fine dining and "normal" at the surface. But once you look closer around, you see all the things that show its history and darkness.