About Erik Nielsen
Erik Nielsen is a working writer and photographer living in NYC. His writing on film has been published in the online film magazines The Film Stage and Little White Lies. While his writing on photography has been published in The Independent and Musèe Magazine. As a photographer, you can find Erik's work in places like Pitchfork, Juxtaprose, the NY Post, and The Daily News.
Latest Articles
12 Best Spike Lee Films, Ranked
Here are the 12 best movies from Spike Lee, one of the most prolific directors of all time.
15 Best Body Horror Movies of All Time, Ranked
Body Horror is a genre that makes a spectacle of flesh. From Titane to The Thing, these are the best of all time.
15 Best Films Set in the Snow, Ranked
From holiday cheers to chilling crime noir, these are the best films set in the snow.
Best Slasher Movies of All Time, Ranked
From Scream to Psycho, slasher movies are a pivotal part of the history of cinema, and here are the best of the best.
The 15 Best Threequels of All Time, Ranked
Making the third film in a franchise is no easy task, but these films, from Logan to Return of the King, prove to be the best of their kind.
12 Best Joaquin Phoenix Performances
A look at the career of one of Hollywood's most versatile actors, Joaquin Phoenix.
The Most Underrated Romantic Comedies of the Last 25 Years, Ranked
A genre ripe with gems, these are the most underrated romantic comedies of the last 25 years.
10 Best Unconventional Christmas Movies, Ranked
From Die Hard to Carol, these are films that go against the holiday spirit.
10 Best Ridley Scott Films, Ranked
A look at the prolific career and 10 best films from Ridley Scott.
Best Performances in a Martin Scorsese Movie (That Aren't from Robert De Niro or Leonardo DiCaprio)
Martin Scorsese has directed a slew of some of the greatest actors across multiple generations. These are the best performances in his movies.
Best Martin Scorsese Films, Ranked
From Taxi Driver to The Irishman, here's a look at the best movies from Martin Scorsese, one of the greatest filmmakers to ever live.
17 Best Films Set in New York, Ranked
Here's a list of films that capture all that New York City has to offer.
18 Best Murder Mysteries of the 21st Century, Ranked
A genre varying in tone and depth, these are the best murder mysteries of the 21st Century.
14 Best Political Thrillers, Ranked
Political thrillers ooze paranoia and grief, but remain a staple of entertainment. From Munich to JFK, here are the ten best, ranked.
Best Denzel Washington Movies, Ranked
Here are the best films from one of the greatest of his generation.
15 Best Women-Led Comedies, Ranked
In honor of Women's History Month, here's a list dedicated to the funniest women-led movies.
Best Film Noirs of the '40s & '50s, Ranked
Here's a look at the best movies from the golden era of film noir.
Best William Friedkin Movies, Ranked
William Friedkin was a director who never shied from controversy, and these are the best films by the legendary filmmaker.
Every Wes Anderson Movies, Ranked
Take a look through the career of Wes Anderson, one of America's signature storytellers, and his immaculate filmography and see which is the best.
Best Francis Ford Coppola Movies, Ranked
A look back at the career of one of the greatest directors of all time, Francis Ford Coppola.