Nick Kastanis is a Toronto-based filmmaker and photographer whose work explores human characters through emotionally honest storytelling and a strong visual sensibility. He works across narrative and commercial film as a director, producer, and colourist.

His narrative short film The Sunsets in the West premiered theatrically at the Greek International Film Festival Tour of Canada in 2025 and received multiple awards, including Best Script and Best Short Drama at the SounDance Film Festival and the Alternative Film Festival. His newest film Chuck’s is set to begin its festival circuit this upcoming summer.

Alongside his directing work, Nick also works as a colourist and producer on independent film projects, and has produced both documentary and narrative works including Pictures of Gene and When Eddie Came Home. His background in editing and post-production informs a holistic approach to filmmaking, allowing him to shape projects from development through to their final image.

He has also directed music videos and works as a photographer and media creator across platforms. In 2020, he received the Best Director award at the Pickering 5-Minute Film Fest for his short film Love, Steve, and is currently completing a BFA in Film at Toronto Metropolitan University.