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Date of birth23 June 1936 historyproject.org.ukEarly life / FamilyHe was born in Bo (Bo, city in Sierra Leone). historyproject.org.ukHis mother ran a grocery shop; the family lived above the shop. historyproject.org.ukHe had at least two brothers. historyproject.org.ukHis father had a wholesale business, supplying goods sold in corner shops. historyproject.org.ukWar / Childhood circumstancesDuring the Blitz (World War II) the family was affected: they moved out for a few months; the family split up during the displacement. historyproject.org.ukMilitary / National ServiceHe did three years of national service beginning around when he was 18. He chose to do work with “wireless” (communications / radio etc.), something he was interested in though hadn’t been familiar with before. historyproject.org.ukCareerAfter service, he joined the BBC. historyproject.org.ukHis craft / role is Supervisory Engineer in film/TV. historyproject.org.ukOver his career he has seen transitions from mechanical/analogue editing to more electronic/digital editing; has worked in technical operations, design/maintenance, TV news, editing equipment etc. historyproject.org.ukNotable roles / approachHe describes his path through technical engineering roles, maintaining equipment, upgrading systems. He witnessed the changes in television engineering, editing workflows, the impact of new technologies. historyproject.org.ukHe apparently also worked with news agencies; did freelancing; was involved in maintaining and supervising teams in engineering/technical operations. historyproject.org.ukOther personal notesHe grew up having to help with family business; experienced war-time disruption; had an early interest (vague) in wireless / electronics which guided his career. historyproject.org.uk

Terry Marcel (born 10 June 1942, Oxford, England) is a British film director, perhaps best known for the cult film Hawk the Slayer (1980) which he co-created with producer Harry Robertson and Straw Dogs (1971)His other films include Prisoners of the Lost Universe, The Last Seduction II and Jane and the Lost City, while his TV work includes fantasy series Dark Knight, an update on the Ivanhoe legend with fantasy trappings.His children include the actress Rosie Marcel, and writer and actress Kelly Marcel.

Started repairing TV sets for Company in Fulham. Then to Emitape manufacturing Video tape . Thames TV London as Telecine operator. Transferred to Videotape Operator 2" Format. Tames TV Teddington

Child actor (with sister Joan Lowe) in 1920s.

Nigel Mantell was a projectionist working at several Odeon cinemas in London (and possibly elsewhere). Chester CinemasHe re-opened the new Odeon Chelsea, and later worked at Odeon Kensington, which was one of the first Odeon cinemas in the West End area to be “tripled” (i.e. converted from a single screen to three). Chester CinemasMantell became Chief Engineer / Chief Projectionist at Odeon Leicester Square toward the later part of his career. Chester CinemasAwards & RecognitionIn 1997, he was made a Fellow of the BKSTS (British Kinematograph, Sound and Television Society). Chester CinemasIn 2004, Mantell was awarded the Frank Littlejohn Award for “an outstanding contribution to the art and craft of cinema projection.” This was presented to him by Sir Sydney Samuelson. Chester CinemasTechnical / Operational DetailsHe worked with three Cinemeccanica Victoria VIII (Vic 8) projectors at Odeon Leicester Square. Chester CinemasDuring screenings, especially major ones like royal premieres, his team always ran a backup projection system in case of failure. Chester CinemasWhen showing film, the xenon lamps (4K xenons) ran high current (approx. 140 amps), with air-cooling of the picture gates; there was also air blown on the back plate for cooling. Chester CinemasOther InformationHe began his work with Odeon at several locations: Odeon Chelsea, Odeon Kensington, then eventually Leicester Square. At times he helped with royal premieres and stage show events. Chester CinemasHe remained in his post at Leicester Square until retirement. Chester Cinemas

Full name: John Mark Henshall Wikipedia+2johnhenshall.co.uk+2Date of birth: 6 January 1942 WikipediaPlace of birth: Stockport, Cheshire, England Wikipedia+1CareerJohn Henshall has had a long and influential career across still photography, television, commercials, music videos, and digital imaging technology.Early / BBC CareerHe joined BBC Television on 28 August 1961, working in cameras and lighting. epi-centre.com+2epi-centre.com+2During his time at the BBC (1961-1976), he worked on many programmes from Television Centre in White City, London. epi-centre.com+1Independent & Technical InnovationIn 1966, he set up Telefex, a company to develop and market optical special effects for television cameras. epi-centre.com+1In 1978, he moved into directing photography on early music videos, and was involved in the lighting work for MTV Europe during its first ten years. epi-centre.com+1He also worked on television productions such as Spitting Image from 1986. epi-centre.com+1Digital Imaging, Academia & PublishingHe founded Electronic Photo-Imaging (EPI-centre) in 1991. The centre provides consulting, training, and expertise in digital imaging and photography. Wikipedia+2johnhenshall.co.uk+2He has been a lecturer / part-time teacher (e.g. at West Surrey College of Art & Design / University for the Creative Arts) in related fields. epi-centre.com+1He has also written widely (articles, books) about photography, lighting, electronic imaging, etc. Wikipedia+2johnhenshall.co.uk+2Honors, Positions & DistinctionsFellow of the Royal Photographic Society (FRPS) – since 1985. epi-centre.com+1Fellow of the British Institute of Professional Photography (FBIPP) – same period. epi-centre.com+1President of BIPP in 1991-1992. johnhenshall.co.uk+1Fellow of the Guild of Television Cameramen / Camera Professionals (FGTC) – he was a founder member (1972) and later became Vice President, then President. johnhenshall.co.uk+2epi-centre.com+2Honorary degree (MA honoris causa) awarded by University for the Creative Arts in 2009 for his influence in digital photography technologies. Wikipedia+2johnhenshall.co.uk+2Styles, Contributions & LegacyHenshall was ahead of many in seeing the transition from film to digital imaging; he has been called “the UK expert” in digital imaging in several sources. johnhenshall.co.uk+2epi-centre.com+2His work spans both technical and creative dimensions — from lighting & camera work to special effects, optics, and later to digital image processing and training. epi-centre.com+2johnhenshall.co.uk+2He has been influential in shaping professional standards in photography & television camerawork in the UK, both via organizations (BIPP, RPS, GTC) and via his consulting/training work.

former MD Technicolor

Projectionist, NFT, 1952-1982