Movietech turns 25

Independent camera, grip and lens specialist Movietech is celebrating 25 years of support for the cinematographic arts. From humble beginnings in North West London, where its first fully-serviced production was Damage, filmed with Peter Biziou BSC, Movietech has evolved over a quarter of a century to become regarded as one of the most experienced, reliable teams of camera professionals, now based on the lot at Pinewood Studios.

Projects supported by Movietech include Evita (DP Darius Khondji AFC ASC), Notting Hill (DP Michael Coulter BSC), Legend (DP Dick Pope BSC), Chocolat (DP Roger Pratt BSC), Quartet (DP John de Borman BSC) and My Week With Marilyn (DP Ben Smithard BSC). More recently, the company has been supporting Silent Witness (DP James Friend BSC), Beauty And The Beast (DP Tobias A. Schliessler ASC) and Ex Machina (DP Rob Hardy BSC).

“We have a true passion for what we do,” said MD John Buckley. “Since day one we have remained totally committed to providing equipment, service and support of the highest calibre and we’re incredibly proud to have worked with some of the world’s leading DPs on a huge variety of productions.”

The current Movietech inventory encompasses both digital and film cameras and lensing systems from all principal manufacturers. However, the company also remains true to its engineering roots and continues to develop high-quality bespoke and re-engineered production tools.

Company director John Venables commented: “An experienced, hands-on approach, and our ability to properly understand the needs of the cinematographer, have allowed us to engineer countless quality products. It’s hugely rewarding to continually help crews explore creativity behind-the-camera, and to be working in partnership with production at the forefront of our industry.”