I worked as the art director on the feature film The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare, directed by Guy Ritchie, as part of a large-scale international production set during World War II. Starring Henry Cavill, Eiza González, Alan Ritchson, Alex Pettyfer, Hero Fiennes Tiffin, and Cary Elwes, the film blends bold, stylized action with detailed period storytelling. Working with an international crew on a WWII project of this scale required precision, flexibility, and close collaboration across departments.
We built enormous practical sets, including full-scale ships, a Nazi U-boat, and a massive harbor designed to stand in for an African island port. These large-scale builds created immersive environments that supported the film’s action-driven narrative and heightened sense of realism. The complexity of constructing an entire harbor demanded a careful balance between historical accuracy and cinematic impact. Working once again under the guidance of production designer Martyn John was a great experience; his vision, leadership, and attention to detail were instrumental in shaping the film’s visual identity. Being part of such a demanding production further strengthened my experience in managing large-scale builds and period design within a high-pressure filmmaking environment.
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