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January 25, 2026

‘Utterly overwhelmed’: British writer-director’s short film earns Oscar nod

Lee Knight says accolade for A Friend of Dorothy, based on friendship with neighbour, sends message to never give up

‘Utterly overwhelmed’: British writer-director’s short film earns Oscar nod

TL;DR

  • Lee Knight's short film "A Friend of Dorothy" is nominated for an Oscar.
  • The 22-minute film is an intergenerational story about loneliness and friendship.
  • It stars Miriam Margolyes as Dorothy and Alistair Nwachukwu as a young neighbor named JJ.
  • The film was inspired by Knight's friendship with his elderly neighbor, Shirley Woodham.
  • The title "A Friend of Dorothy" is a coded reference used by gay people during persecution.
  • Stephen Daldry served as the film's executive producer.
  • The charity Age UK supports the production, highlighting the reality of loneliness for many older people.
  • Filmmakers plan to extend the film's reach to schools and care homes.

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