Nicholas Costaras is a highly accomplished professional editor with a rich history in the film industry, bringing a unique blend of technical expertise and creative talent to his work across both fiction and non-fiction. With extensive experience editing feature films, television and documentaries, Nicholas brings a strong understanding of narrative, character and storytelling to every project. He is the winner of two SAFTA Awards for Best Achievement in Editing, with 9 nominations, showcasing his exceptional skills and dedication to the craft.
Experience:
With over 22 years of experience in the film industry, Nick has cut over 32 titles. Many of those projects for streaming giant Netflix. His latest work being the beautiful and brilliant film “Don’t let’s go to the dogs tonight”, directed by Embeth Davidtz.
Nicholas has a distinguished track record of working on impactful projects including documentary work with USA Aid in various countries, including Haiti, Nigeria, Zambia, and South Africa. He filmed and edited the groundbreaking "1 Billion Rising" commercial for Eve Ensler in New York, a testament to his creative vision and storytelling prowess.
With over 22 years of experience in the film industry, Nick has cut over 32 titles. Many of those projects for streaming giant Netflix. His latest work being the beautiful and brilliant film “Don’t let’s go to the dogs tonight”, directed by Embeth Davidtz.
Nicholas has a distinguished track record of working on impactful projects including documentary work with USA Aid in various countries, including Haiti, Nigeria, Zambia, and South Africa. He filmed and edited the groundbreaking "1 Billion Rising" commercial for Eve Ensler in New York, a testament to his creative vision and storytelling prowess.
Career Aspirations:
Nicholas remains committed to pushing the boundaries of creativity and innovation in the film industry. His dedication to storytelling, combined with his technical acumen, drives him to create exceptional cinematic experiences that captivate audiences worldwide.
Nicholas remains committed to pushing the boundaries of creativity and innovation in the film industry. His dedication to storytelling, combined with his technical acumen, drives him to create exceptional cinematic experiences that captivate audiences worldwide.
Don't Let's go to the Dogs Tonight
Nicholas Costaras served as the editor and visual effects supervisor for the 2024 film "Don't Let's Go to the Dogs Tonight," directed by Embeth Davidtz.
He handled the film's post-production editing, shaping the final cut of this adaptation of Alexandra Fuller's memoir about a family's life on a Rhodesian farm during the late 1970s Bush War. Additionally, Costaras contributed to visual effects oversight, ensuring technical elements supported the story's tense, war-torn atmosphere.
Nicholas Costaras served as the editor and visual effects supervisor for the 2024 film "Don't Let's Go to the Dogs Tonight," directed by Embeth Davidtz.
He handled the film's post-production editing, shaping the final cut of this adaptation of Alexandra Fuller's memoir about a family's life on a Rhodesian farm during the late 1970s Bush War. Additionally, Costaras contributed to visual effects oversight, ensuring technical elements supported the story's tense, war-torn atmosphere.
Don't lets go to the dogs tonight
Umthetho
Mama-Demic
180
Sink
Poppie Nongena
Marked Season 1
Young Gun
Bride of the year
Beauty and the Bester
Justice Served
2 SAFTA WINS
Meet the Khumalos
The Professionals
Ayanda
The Shore Break
Kandasamys the Baby
The Brave Ones
1 Billion Rising
Happiness is a Four-Letter-Word
Faan se Trein
Trippin' with the Kandasamys
Forever Young
Tears in the Rain