The illustrious career of a renowned film professional began in 1948 at Shepperton Studios, where he initially worked in the cutting rooms on notable productions such as "The Wooden Horse" and "The Third Man". His tenure at Shepperton was interrupted by a two-year stint of National Service, after which he relocated to Nettlefold Studios, only to be temporarily halted once more by his military obligations.
Upon his return, he joined Group 3 at Beaconsfield, marking a significant milestone in his journey. His next career move saw him assume the role of sound editor at Shepperton, followed by a transition to film editor on television documentaries, where he had the opportunity to work on esteemed series such as "Danger Man". Notably, he also directed some action sequences on this project.
As the years progressed, he ascended to the position of supervising editor and director on various television series, solidifying his reputation as a versatile and accomplished professional in the industry. It was Peter Hunt, a respected director, who extended an invitation to him to serve as editor and second unit director on the film "On Her Majesty's Secret Service". He reprised these duties on subsequent projects, including "The Wild Geese" and "The Sea Wolves".
Eventually, Albert Broccoli, a prominent film producer, invited him to take the helm as director on the James Bond film "For Your Eyes Only", a testament to his exceptional skill and expertise in the field.
