Michael Middelkoop
Directing
- Born
- October 30, 1986 (age 39) · Rotterdam, Zuid-Holland, Netherlands
Michael Middelkoop is an Amsterdam based writer, director and creative producer working across film and advertising. Raised by a Dutch mom and Congolese dad, he was brought up on a diet of Motown soul, the Wu-Tang Clan, Cartoon Network and Eddie Murphy's seminal Coming to America. After studying Film Studies at the University of Amsterdam, he created campaigns for brands including Adidas, Tele2, Lego and Asics. His feature film ‘Dit Is Geen Kerstfilm’, won 3 Gouden Kalveren (Best Director, Best Screenplay, Best Supporting Actor) and continues to place him as one of the most relevant names in the Dutch film scene.
Known for
Behind the camera8
- 2026It's Me, Bella Hadid Producer
- 2026Discounters XL Director
- 2025Paulien Producer
- 2025Straight Outta Space Director, Writer, Executive Producer
- 2024This Is Not a Christmas Movie Director
- 2024Trauma Porn Club Director
- 2019Moustache Director, Writer
- 2018Netflix & Chill Director, Writer