Geo-archaeologist, military historian & screenwriter. Founder of Ars Explorandi. Pen & Sword author and 2026 13Horror.com Finalist, crafting high-concept dark fiction grounded in 30+ years of battlefield and tactical exploration.
Company
Ars Explorandi
    Screenwriter, Geo-Archaeologist & Battlefield ExplorerNilson Bernardi Ferreira is a dual-threat creator: an Italian geo-archaeologist and battlefield explorer who translates visceral historical authenticity into high-concept screenwriting. Currently residing in Brazil, Nilson brings a unique cultural perspective to the industry—blending deep European military heritage with an outsider’s view of global conflict cycles.🏆 Recent Accolades & RecognitionNilson’s work has gained significant momentum in 2026:Winner: Best Screenplay at the Soulplace Film Festival 2026 for his project "THE STRATUM OF ERRORS".The award-winning script is a meta-narrative journey set in the archaeological excavations of Massa Martana and the ancient Vicus Martis Roman theater.Finalist in the 2026 13Horror.com Screenplay Contest, showcasing his versatility in high-concept dark fiction.🎖️ Military Expertise & Academic BackgroundHis writing is reinforced by a rare level of technical authority:Contributor to Military Review: Nilson provides expert tactical and historical analysis for the prestigious professional journal of the U.S. Army.Pen & Sword Books Author: His forthcoming work, Exploring Europe's Ancient Battlefields: An Ars Explorandi Guide, demonstrates his ability to bring the brutal reality of the past to life through rigorous research.Founder of Ars Explorandi: He leads expeditions to historic battlefields, combining on-site research with tactical analysis and historical reconstruction.Academic Background: He holds a Master’s degree in Disaster Studies from UNESP, which informs his visceral approach to tension and environmental atmosphere.🏛️ Professional ExperienceWith over 30 years of experience leading 70+ environmental and mining initiatives across Latin America and Europe, Nilson’s world-building is grounded in physical reality. He is a lifelong student of ancient and modern weaponry, immersing himself in the mechanics of war—from the shield walls of Roman legions to modern trench and urban combat.🌍 Authentic Geography & Battlefield ArchaeologyNilson specializes in stories that "breathe" their locations. His deep knowledge of sites like the Soledar salt mines, the plains of Cannae, and the Teutoburg Forest allows him to ground supernatural or historical elements in authentic geography. This is evident in scripts like "Legion of the Damned", where battlefield archaeology serves as the foundation for the narrative.🗣️ LanguagesItalian (Native/Fluent)Portuguese (Fluent)English (Fluent)
    • Writer (17 Credits)
      BALESTRINO UNDERGROUND CAVE FILM FESTIVAL
      Screenplay
      BALESTRINO UNDERGROUND CAVE FILM FESTIVAL it
      Short Script
      Bone Table
      Screenplay
      Eternal Depth
      Screenplay, Short Script
      Khepris Eye
      Short Script
      KOKODA'S TEETH
      Screenplay
      Legion of the Damned
      Screenplay
      Legion of the Damned short
      Short Script
      Routines
      Screenplay
      SETTLEMENT
      Screenplay
      Surviving Is The New Luxury
      Screenplay
      The Grade Of Blood
      Short Script
      The Harvest
      Treatment
      The Passenger
      Short Script
      The Rooster of Diu
      Treatment
      THE STRATUM OF ERRORS
      Screenplay
      Mala Gente2026
      Short Script
    Award Winner
    Surviving Is The New Luxury
    Monthly Future Of Film Awards
    Kej Makedonija
    2026
    Award Winner
    Surviving Is The New Luxury
    POOMBUKAR INDEPENDENT FILM FESTIVAL
    Tamil Nadu
    2026
    Honorable Mention (TOP 3 )
    SETTLEMENT
    Athens International Monthly Art Film Festival
    Athens
    2026
    Best Short Screenplay
    SETTLEMENT
    Sittannavasal International Film Festival
    India
    2026
    Selected
    SETTLEMENT
    ICJ International Film Award
    Ucrania
    2026
    Winner: Best Screenplay – Soulplace Film Festival
    THE STRATUM OF ERRORS

    Massa Martana
    2026
    Finalist - 13Horror.com Screenplay Contest (for the short script proof-of-concept of 'Legion of the Damned
    Legion of the Damned

    Los Angeles
    2026
    College
    USP
    geology
    19922000
    College
    UFV
    Archaeology
    20252026
    College
    Unica
    environmental management
    20212024
    High School
    ETECAP
    chemical
    19871991
    Birth Date
    June 15, 1972
    Nickname
    Channel
    Birth City
    Salto - Brazil
    Current City
    Ribeirao Preto - Brazil
    Hometown
    Italy
    Gender
    Male
    Pronouns
    He/Him
    Eye Color
    Brown
    Zodiac Sign
    Gemini
    Married To
    Marseni Alves
    Children
    Vincenzo Yoshizaki Bernardi Ferreira
    Geo-archaeologist, military historian & screenwriter. Founder of Ars Explorandi. Pen & Sword author and 2026 13Horror.com Finalist, crafting high-concept dark fiction grounded in 30+ years of battlefield and tactical exploration.
    Company
    Ars Explorandi
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