Michael Beach Nichols is a renowned Emmy-nominated filmmaker based in New York City. He has recently completed his first docuseries for Hulu, titled "Perfect Wife: The Mysterious Disappearance of Sherri Papini," which is set to premiere in 2024. This project marks a significant milestone in Nichols' career, as it represents his first foray into the world of docuseries.
Prior to this, Nichols gained widespread recognition for his work on the horror/comedy film "Wrinkles the Clown" (2019),which was released by Oscar-winning Topic Studios and Magnet. This film was a bold and innovative effort that blended elements of horror and comedy in a way that was both thrilling and unsettling.
Nichols' breakthrough feature documentary, "Welcome to Leith" (2015),received widespread critical acclaim and earned an Emmy nomination for Best Documentary. The film premiered at the Sundance and SXSW film festivals, where it was met with rave reviews.
In addition to his work as a director, Nichols has also served as a director of photography on a number of projects. This includes the HBO series "Last Call: When a Serial Killer Stalked Queer New York" (2023),which was directed by Anthony Caronna, as well as a new feature film (2024) by two-time Emmy winner Rudy Valdez. Nichols is also set to work on a forthcoming HBO series (2025) by Emmy-nominated filmmaker Erin Lee Carr.
Nichols is also the co-founder of No Weather, a filmmaking collaborative based in New York City. This collective brings together a group of talented filmmakers who share a passion for storytelling and a commitment to creating innovative and thought-provoking films.
Throughout his career, Nichols has demonstrated a keen eye for storytelling and a talent for blending different genres and styles. His work has been praised for its originality, creativity, and emotional resonance, and he is widely regarded as one of the most exciting and innovative filmmakers working today.
