About Joshua Nicolás
Writer, Filmmaker, Musician. Joshua is a Peruvian-American storyteller, the son of refugees, a graduate of Pepperdine University, and a sitcom familyman at heart.
Background
Inspired by Latin American boom authors, Italian neorealism, and Japanese role playing games, Joshua utilizes narrative work as a humanistic bridge toward shared understanding and healing the world in the spirit of tikkun olam.
Accolades
Pepperdine University, Malibu, CA
Bachelor of Arts in Media Production, Minor in Creative Writing
University of Salamanca, Salamanca, Spain
Certificate in Spanish Language and Culture
Camino de Santiago Compostela
Independent Shorts Awards – Gold for Best First-Time Director
Independent Shorts Awards – Gold for Best Fantasy Short
Independent Shorts Awards – Silver for Best Thriller Short
Screencraft Comedy Contest – Quarterfinalist for Best Comedy Script
Screencraft Action & Adventure Contest – Quarterfinalist- Best Script
Beverly Hills Film Festival – Nominee for Best Screenplay
Palm Springs ShortFest – Nominee for Best Student Film
Academy Nicholl Fellowship – Top 15%
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