David Millin

David Millin
Born	11 June 1920
Died	26 May 1999
Nationality	South African
Citizenship	South African
Occupation(s)	Film director cinematographer film producer.
Notable work	Shangani Patrol

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 from South 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

References

1. "Press Release: Death of David Millin" (Press release). Archived from the original on 16 August 2018. Retrieved 16 August 2018.
2. "SA rolprentpionier David Millin (78) in Jhb dood". Beeld (in Afrikaans).