Barbara Broccoli Named NFTS President
James Bond producer Barbara Broccoli will take over as the first female president of the National Film and Television School in February, succeeding Oscar-winning producer David Puttnam.
Broccoli has produced nine Bond films alongside her half-brother, Michael G. Wilson. That working relationship shifted in February when Amazon MGM Studios gained creative control of the franchise.
Stepping Into the Beaconsfield Role
The transition places Broccoli at the helm of the institution located in Beaconsfield, Buckinghamshire. Puttnam expressed strong support for his successor as she prepares to assume the post.
“over the moon”
said David Puttnam, describing his reaction to such a “hugely respected figure” succeeding him.
Puttnam held the position for more than 50 years. He described the post as a “lovely job” where he tried never to interfere, calling Broccoli’s appointment a “wonderful thing for the school.” He will transition into an honorary role as president emeritus.
The Cubby Broccoli Building Adds Teaching Space and Accommodation
The appointment coincides with the January opening of the Cubby Broccoli Building at the Beaconsfield campus. The facility honors Broccoli’s father, Albert R. “Cubby” Broccoli, who established the James Bond film series.
The campus expansion adds 25,000 square feet of teaching space to the site.
The new facilities will house costume design and hair and make-up courses. They will also expand apprenticeship opportunities and provide purpose-built accessible student accommodation for the first time in the school’s history.
Questions About the National Film and Television School and Barbara Broccoli
When was the National Film and Television School founded?
Director Colin Young established the National Film School in 1971 at the Beaconsfield site with an initial intake of about 25 students. The institution was renamed in 1982 to reflect its expanding curriculum.
How many James Bond films did Barbara Broccoli produce?
She produced nine James Bond films with her half-brother, Michael G. Wilson, before Amazon MGM Studios gained creative control of the franchise in February.
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