A few photos and behind the scenes footage of the training provided for Catherine the Great in Lithuania.
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HBO. Catherine the Great. Behind the scenes.
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Military Advisor / Co-Ordinator for Film and TV After a 24 year career in the UK Armed Forces I set out in the security industry as a close Protection and surveillance operative. My knowledge became directly required on several high profile productions. My vast historical military knowledge makes me a valuable asset to any production from Script Consultancy during the prep stage, through shooting, to project completion. Training large battle formation set pieces. Key advisor in the following: Script Consultancy: 24/7 advice to writers, producers, directors,art dept and all necessary crew with technical detail and terminology. Conduct Bootcamps, assisting with the selection of extras suitable for the production. Training and advising lead cast. Work with all departments on special action sequences to ensure the correct effect is achieved in a safe environment. Deliver a realistic look from present day battlefield drill and tactics to historical battles. AD support and on-set advice on correct military protocols, crowd marshalling and contextual behaviour View all posts by PB Military Adviser for Film and TV LTD