Nicolás Kasakoff
- Director
- Writer
- Producer
Nicolas Kasakoff: From the multicultural city of Buenos Aires..
Throughout his life, creative and artistic disciplines have always
motivated Nico: he studied Advertising, Art History and Film Direction.
He began his career as a freelance graphic designer, from 1995 to 2000,
and then later taking the leap to an agency that has made history in
Argentinian advertising: Agulla and Baccetti. During this time, Nicolas
scored numerous acknowledgments, from top local awards, to a Golden
Clio for his work in design including various projects for MTV. Moved
by his passion for film and following his gut, he decided to test his
luck in the world of cinema. His gamble paid off: in late 2001 he
directed several commercials. With his natural talent, coupled with his
Moved by his passion for image and a hunch, he decided to try his luck
in the world of cinema. His gamble paid off: in late 2001 he directed
several commercials. With his natural talent, coupled with his
obsession for a sensible and contemporary comedic style, his work began
to shine by its own light. Nico loves comedy and storytelling; he loves
to work with actors. And he knows how to do it fantastically well, in a
natural and authentic manner. In 2002, alongside his business partner
and friend Claudio Pastorino, Nunchaku was created, one of the most
creatively leading and witty production companies in Argentina. In 2003
Nicolas was one of twenty-five selected for Saatchi's New Directors
Showcase. Since then, amongst many other awards, Nicolas has won a
Golden Lion and a Silver Lion at Cannes, and two D&DA Yellow Pencils,
probably the most coveted award in the UK, amongst many other in Latin
America, Europe and the rest of the world.