David Millin

David Millin (11 June 1920 - 26 May 1999)^[1] was a South African film director, cinematographer and film producer. He has produced various Afrikaans and English films about his career. He has been a member of the American Society of Cinematographers since 1972, the first member of Africa belonging to the organization. In 1994 he was honored by M-Net for his lifetime contribution to the industry and in 1997 he was also honored by SASC / Kodak for his contribution. He was famous for his spectacular depictions, large (but precise) war scenes and his dry sense of humor.^[2]

Filmography

As director:

• Suster Teresa, 1974
• Die Voortrekkers, 1973
• Met Moed, Durf en Bloed, 1973
• Die Banneling, 1971
• Shangani Patrol, 1970
• Banana Beach, 1970
• Petticoat Safari, 1969
• Majuba: Heuwel van Duiwe, 1968
• The Second Sin, 1966
• African Gold, 1965
• Seven Against the Sun, 1964
• Stropers van die Laeveld, 1962
• Donker Afrika, 1957
• Last of the Few (year unknown)

As a cinematographer:

• Killer Force, 1976
• Die Banneling, 1971
• The Jackals, 1967
• The Cape Town Affair, 1967
• Diamond Safari, 1958
• Donker Afrika, 1957
• 'n Plan is 'n Boerdery, 1954
• Inspan, 1953
• Hans-die-Skipper, 1952
• Last of the Few

As manufacturer:

• Die Voortrekkers, 1973
• Met Moed, Durf en Bloed, 1973
• Shangani Patrol, 1970
• Banana Beach, 1970
• Seven Against the Sun, 1964
• Last of the Few

As scriptwriter:

• Met Moed, Durf en Bloed, 1973
• African Gold, 1965
• Seven Against the Sun, 1964
• Last of the Few

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