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Published: April 2, 2024 | Updated: 2nd April 2024
A film produced for Hampshire & Isle of Wight Air Ambulance by Millstream Productions has picked up the People’s Choice Award at the Smiley Charity Film Awards.
Commissioned by the life-saving charity and created by Millstream Productions, the film garnered enough votes from the public to pick up the Gold award ahead of Havens Hospice and Born Free, which picked up the Silver and Bronze awards respectively.
The awards, which this year were hosted by actor and comedian Ellie Taylor at the Odeon Luxe in London’s Leicester Square, recognise the best in cause-based storytelling, with each film showcasing a unique narrative which resonates with the ethos of philanthropy and social impact.
Millstream picked up the accolade for James’ Story, a film which told the story of 32-year-old James from Alton who was involved in a high-speed road traffic collision in July 2022.
He suffered devastating injuries, including numerous fractured ribs, as well as fractures to his lower leg, arm, sternum and pelvis. His blood pressure was dangerously low and his heart rate was climbing, indicating internal bleeding.
The Hampshire and Isle of Wight Air Ambulance crew were dispatched and gave James strong medication to ease the pain and administered a blood transfusion before setting off to hospital.
James and his son Teddy
Louis, Lauren, and Scarlet from Millstream Productions picked up the award alongside the charity’s Director of Income and Engagement, Keith Wilson.
Lauren and Scarlet being interviewed at the Smiley awards
Keith said: “This film highlights the real impact of our service. Behind every call-out we attend there are patients in need and loved ones desperately hoping for good news.
“Our most incredible thanks go to James, Millie, and Teddy for retelling their story so eloquently and sincerely, and the wonderful team at Millstream who consistently capture the essence of Hampshire and Isle of Wight Air Ambulance’s impact.
“But most of all, our thanks go to you. Winning the People’s Choice Award is extra special, as it was picked by the very same people who allow us to go out and save and improve lives such as James’ 365 days a year.”
Louis said: “All content created at Millstream is a team effort and this was no exception.
“We’re incredibly proud of James’ Story and there wasn’t a dry eye in the office when creating this edit.
“Storytelling is at the heart of what we do and being able to share the stories of Hampshire and Isle of Wight Air Ambulance’s patients puts us in an incredibly privileged position.
“Without the support of everyone we wouldn’t have been able to win, and we want to extend our thanks to everyone who voted.”
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