RADFORD NICHOLLS
Director
Bio
Radford is an award-winning filmmaker of British and Jamaican descent, raised in Birmingham, now based in London. He has a strong track of record developing and directing thought-provoking stories for documentary, brand and fiction. He has a particular interest in telling character-driven narratives exploring those on the fringes of society. His dramatic and emotive storytelling is often mixed with a sprinkling of comedy.
He’s been commissioned to make a range of film series for Somerset House and VICE, as well as doc featurettes for BBC 1, Netflix, Google, Alibi and ITV. His half hour BLM-inspired documentary Fortitude (2021) premiered at the Museum of London.
Since expanding his experience into fiction, he has shadow directed on dramas such as Hollyoaks and Doctors.
His short film Cereal (2022), has been selected at 6 film festivals including receiving honourable mentions at Covent Garden Film Festival and Best Indie Film Awards.
Radford's care home drama Luna (2023), stars Bafta-nominated Kosar Ali and has been selected for festivals such as Norwich Film Festival (BIFA & Bafta qualifying).
Currently in post-production for his black-comedy-drama Red 'Til I Die (2025), starring Ray Fearon (Fleabag, Harry Potter), Helen Monks (Raised by Wolves) & Will Close (National Theatre: Dear England).
Work Enquiries:
+44 (0) 7904 156463
@radfordnicholls