Following a successful four-year term as chair of The Mark Milsome Foundation, Samantha Wainstein is stepping down – and, as of today (16 February), the post will be taken up by Abbi Collins, a respected and seasoned stunt co-ordinator, fight arranger and horse master. MMF said: “With more than 39 years of industry experience, Abbi … Read more
Kit Start, the film and TV industry access and skills initiative founded by Dan Evans, ACO and Our House Pictures has joined forces with the Mark Milsome Foundation to create a new, expanded Kit Start programme for 2026. The collaboration will see MMF provide financial and administrative support, involvement in the selection process, provision of … Read more
MMF welcome Francesca Zerenghi to its Advisory Council. Formed in September 2024, the Advisory Council is made up of leaders from across the creative industries who provide the Foundation’s Trustees with specialist expertise, insight and skills. Francesca Zerenghi is an Entertainment Publicist specialising in representing cinematographers and creative companies across the screen industry. With a … Read more
The Mark Milsome Foundation (MMF) welcomes the debate that took place yesterday in the House of Lords, on a proposed amendment to the current Employment Bill, calling for the appointment of an Independent Freelance Commissioner, moved by the Earl of Clancarty. During the debate, Baroness Caine of Kentish Town, CBE, a British creative industries expert and life peer, raised concerns about health … Read more
The Mark Milsome Foundation (MMF) announce the launch of the fifth anniversary edition of “Prints For Mark” a collaborative project between Mark’s widow, Andra Milsome, and Mark Purvis of Mission Digital. This year’s calendar, entitled ”Perspectives on Life”, is guest-curated by acclaimed cinematographer Fabian Wagner ASC, BSC, and features a stunning collection of images captured by … Read more
MMF has made an incredible impact since its formation 6 years ago, following the death of respected British camera operator Mark Milsome. As part of MMF’s continued evolution in the fields of on-set safety and wellbeing improvement, as well as inspiring and nurturing the next generation of filmmaking talent, it has added three new trustees: James Layton, ACO, Assoc. BSC, Camera … Read more
The Mark Milsome Foundation has confirmed the two new trainees in its annual Foot in the Door camera department training and mentorship initiative will be Henry PIiekarczyk and Codie Rees. Selected from a shortlist of seven, Henry is a graduate of University of Hertfordshire and Codie from University of Falmouth. A particular focus of FITD … Read more
SAFETY FIRST Samantha Wainstein, Chair, Mark Milsome Foundation, highlights why it is essential crew protect themselves and their colleagues by participating in training if it is available and demanding it when it is not offered. As we approach what would have been Mark’s 61st birthday, there is news yet again of a devastating on set accident … Read more
On the 6th anniversary of the tragic death of respected British camera operator Mark Milsome, The Mark Milsome Foundation and Bectu have released the findings from a survey of film and TV crew about current views on health and safety training and protocols on British sets. Alarmingly, nearly three quarters of respondents said they have … Read more
SAFE SPACE The launch of the Mark Milsome Foundation’s Film and TV Online Safety Passport Course has reignited vigorous debate around on-set health and safety. “At the inquest into Mark’s death, the coroner concluded that on that set, the risk of Mr. Milsome being harmed or fatally injured was not effectively recognised, assessed, communicated, or … Read more
CVP, one of Europe’s leading providers of professional video and broadcast solutions in Europe, is hosting a vibrant exhibition that showcases a stunning collection of photography by female cinematographers at The CVP | ARRI Creative Space on Charlotte Street, London, as part of a celebration of International Women’s Day on 8th March 2023. Entitled, ‘A Female … Read more
As the 5th anniversary of the tragic on-set death of respected British cameraman Mark Milsome approaches on 18th November 2022, Samantha Wainstein, Chair of MMF, the charitable foundation set up in his name, has called for long overdue cultural change to protect crews working in the British film and television industry: “Mark was unnecessarily killed whilst filming a car stunt on location in Ghana in 2017. Five … Read more
In his first column since being appointed BSC President, Christopher Ross BSC reflects on the words and work of previous presidents, welcomes in-person celebrations of cinematography, and highlights the importance of human connection and a respectful workplace. perspective /pəˈspɛktɪv/ Noun 1. the art of representing three-dimensional objects on a two-dimensional surface so as to give the right impression … Read more
The Mark Milsome Foundation have announced that the Mark Milsome Memorial Cup is back for the third year running. This time, the crowd will see the Ted Lasso crew and the Heart of Stone crew go head to head for the winning title. Mark’s wife, Andra said: “The Foundation massively appreciates the work of the … Read more
The MMF announced that the Board of Trustees have appointed Samantha Wainstein as its new chair. Samantha will replace Kirk Jones who has worked for four and a half years setting up the Foundation and guiding it through the early years. Samantha and the board asked Kirk to consider staying on as a Patron and … Read more
The Foundation has announced the appointment of their most recent Trustee. Daisy Allen was the first ‘Foot In The Door’ Trainee to be selected in 2019. Chairman Kirk Jones commented: “We have monitored Daisy’s progress since helping her establish contacts and employment in the industry in 2019 and were thrilled when she accepted an invitation … Read more
November 18th saw the fourth anniversary of the passing, Mark Milsome, who was killed whilst filming a car stunt in Ghana. Recognising the pain of losing someone, and wanting to make sure avoidable incidents aren’t repeated his widow, Andra, has joined forces with Mark Purvis of the digital workflow solutions company, Mission, to create a … Read more
Four years ago today, veteran British cameraman Mark Milsome was killed on the set of Black Earth Rising (BBC/Netflix). Founded in 2017 in his name, The Mark Milsome Foundation, was filming an important new crew-supported online Health and Safety course when news of the shocking and avoidable death of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins rocked the film industry less than a … Read more
The MMF has announced their two newest Trainees for the Foot in the Door programme, Denson Jayson (University of Falmouth) and Scott Nolan (Northern Film School). Considering the difficulties the students all faced during their final year with the limitations and restrictions necessitated by Covid-19, the standard of entries was all the more impressive. Congratulations … Read more
2021 welcomes the return of the annual Mark Milsome Memorial Cup. Taking place at the home of premier league Crystal Palace FC, Selhurst Park on Saturday 29th May 2021. This year the crew of Essex will take on the crew of Indiana Jones in a historic fundraising fixture for the bragging rights of the film … Read more