Growing up in a Copenhagen hippie commune (Freetown Christiania) developed great insight into human behavior and storytelling within Neils. His low key and subtle humor inspire many of his films with both beautiful imagery and detailed filmic craftsmanship. Most of his work consists of a warm human touch interwoven with a comedic twist. The most important essential key in his work is his carefully chosen cast. Furthermore Nielshas directed and written 3 feature films and received awards at the Berlin Film Festival. Neils’ television series gives him a great understanding for actors and maximizing their performance.

Awards:

• 1 gold and 2 silver in Epica.
• 2 bronze lions in Cannes.
• 1 gold, 1 silver and 2 bronze at Eurobest.
• 1 gold, 1 silver and 2 bronze at Clio awards.
• Silver and bronze in New York Festival.
• Several Danish Arnold awards – as well as best Campaign at True Award.
• Numerous shortlists in Cannes Lions.
• Numerous shortlist for Eurobest, Epica and Clio.
• Numerous shortlists in Danish festivals.
• His latest film for IKEA was awarded film of the year in Russia at the Sostav.ru site.