Lee Knight Signs With United Agents & TFC Management: Oscar-Nominated Filmmaker Is Developing ‘A Friend Of Dorothy’ Feature Film

Oscar-nominated writer-director Lee Knight has signed with London-based United Agents and U.S.-based TFC Management while developing a feature film version of his acclaimed debut short 'A Friend of Dorothy,' which stars Miriam Margolyes, Stephen Fry, and breakout actor Alistair Nwachukwu and is nominated in the best live action short category at the upcoming Oscars. The announcement marks a significant career milestone for Knight, whose debut project has already garnered industry attention and critical acclaim. The short film centers on LGBTQ+ themes and showcases Margolyes in the title role alongside Fry and Nwachukwu, whose performance has been particularly noted by critics. Knight recently shared his vision for expanding the story into a feature-length adaptation with Deadline, indicating his commitment to bringing more nuanced LGBTQ+ stories to mainstream cinema. The dual representation by United Agents in the UK and TFC Management in the US positions Knight for expanded opportunities in both international markets and Hollywood, with Cecily Pierce, Danielle Robinson, and Brett Rosen overseeing his management stateside while Christian Ogunbanjo and Jonny Jones will handle his representation in the UK. Catherine Lyn Scott at London Flair will manage PR efforts as Knight transitions from celebrated short filmmaker to feature director hopeful.