Aiden Nelson

Aiden has been passionate about filmmaking since he was old enough to talk. He began honing his craft at the age of twelve through the Young Filmmaker Workshops offered by Denver Film. Today, he continues to pursue his love for cinema while working toward a BA (Hons) degree at the London Film Academy, where he is set to graduate in September 2026.

Aiden brings a distinctive voice to every project, shaped in part by his experience navigating severe dyslexia. His perspective lends depth and originality to both his storytelling and visual approach.

His growing portfolio includes several notable works. His documentary Cue Card Girl secured a spot in four esteemed international film festivals, including the Denver Film Festival. Was selected for four international film festivals, including the Denver Film Festival. He also wrote, directed, and shot the short comedy Larry's Flowers"for the UCLA Film Summer Institute. at the UCLA Film Summer Institute. Another highlight is his documentary,  Dungeons in Quarantine, created for the Emerging Filmmakers Workshop, which received recognition at multiple international festivals, including the prestigious All-American High School Film Festival in New York.

Collaboration and community have been central to Aiden's journey, with filmmaking offering not only creative expression but lasting friendships and shared inspiration.

Outside of film, Aiden is deeply interested in the Japanese language and culture. In the summer of 2022, he immersed himself in an intensive language program in Akita Prefecture. He also enjoys improv comedy and frequently immerses himself in epic Dungeons & Dragons campaigns—often for hours on end.

During the COVID-19 quarantine, I created “Dungeons and Quarantine” to document my experience playing D&D online with my friends. My dad introduced me to the game, and our relationship deepened as I learned more about his life and how this niche hobby brought us closer together. Before the pandemic, I was part of a D&D group, and playing the game was a big part of my social life. When we took the game online, it provided a way for us to connect and improve our mental health during social isolation. Even though we were physically apart, playing D&D brought us closer than ever.

Dungeons and Quarantine has screened at: 

• Emerging Filmmakers Workshop Denver
  United States
  August 7, 2020
  North American Premiere
• First-Time Filmmaker Sessions By Lift-Off Global Network Online
  March 28, 2022
  North America
• One Earth Awards Bengaluru
  India
  March 31, 2022
• The All-American High School Film Festival New York City
  United States
  October 22, 2022
  The All-American High School Film Festival Official Selections