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WE'RE REACHING OUT TO YOU WITH A PROJECT THAT WE TRUELY BELIEVE DESERVES TO BE SEEN, HEARD AND REMEMBERED
This campaign is dedicated to raising funds to produce a powerful documentary about Mark Ormrod MBE, a former Royal Marine whose life changed forever while serving in Afghanistan. Mark survived devastating injuries that led to the loss of both legs and his right arm. But what followed is not just a story of survival, it’s a story of resilience, determination, and the strength of the human spirit.
Mark’s journey goes far beyond his injuries. From the battlefield to rebuilding his life, becoming a motivational speaker, author, and advocate for veterans and mental health, his story has the power to inspire people from all walks of life. It challenges perceptions of disability, highlights the realities of service, and shows what it truly means to overcome adversity.
WHY THIS DOCUMENTARY MATTERS:
In a world filled with noise, stories like Mark’s cut through and remind us what really matters. This documentary isn’t just about one man, it’s about courage, identity, recovery, and hope. It’s about shining a light on the experiences of injured service personnel and giving audiences a deeply human perspective that often goes unseen.
We want to create a film that does justice to Mark’s story, something honest, cinematic, and impactful. A documentary that can reach audiences globally, spark conversation, and leave a lasting impression.
WHY WE NEED SUPPORT:
Producing a high-quality documentary requires significant resources, from filming and travel to editing, sound design, and distribution. As an independent project, we don’t have the backing of major studios, which is why we’re turning to you.
YOUR SUPPORT WILL DIRECTLY HELP US:
- Capture Mark’s story with the care and depth it deserves
- Film interviews, archive materials, and key locations
- Cover any legal costs when producing a film
- Ensure the documentary reaches a wide audience
- Cover the cost for movie premieres and refreshments
- Hiring equipment, additional cinematographers
- Cover travel costs
- Distribution costs
Every contribution, no matter the size, brings us one step closer to making this film a reality. Be Part of Something Meaningful.
By supporting this campaign, you’re not just funding a documentary, you’re helping share a story that can inspire, educate, and make a difference. You’re helping ensure that Mark’s journey, and the message behind it, reaches the people who need to hear it. If you’re unable to donate, sharing this campaign with others is just as valuable and deeply appreciated.
Thank you for believing in this project and for helping us tell a story that truly matters.
ABOUT MARK:
On Christmas Eve 2007, whilst serving on operations in Afghanistan with 40 Commando Royal Marines, he was blown up by an Improvised Explosive Device, resulting in the traumatic amputation of both legs and his right arm and was twice pronounced dead.
Mark made a remarkable recovery and became the first triple amputee to survive on the battlefield. Having been told he would never walk again, he nevertheless marched onto parade on his new prosthetic limbs to be awarded his Operational Service Medal in the presence of HRH the Duke of Edinburgh, just 14 weeks after incurring his injuries.
He remained in the Royal Marines for the next three years, working through his recovery pathway. He went on to work for the RMA – The Royal Marines Charity, successfully launching its new shop, before becoming a highly valued part of the Charity’s Membership team and establishing for it an enviable social media presence.
Mark never utters a single negative comment about his condition and continues to challenge himself – amongst a whole host of remarkable achievements, he continues to take part in numerous endurance challenges to raise awareness for wounded veterans, and has won numerous medals at the Invictus Games.
Mark has motivated thousands of Royal Marines, and tens of thousands of others, to be all that they can be. Through drive, motivation and positivity he has achieved his goals.
ABOUT THE FILMMAKER:
With over 20 years of experience in filmmaking, Gaz Papworth of Element Films, who served with the 4th Battalion, The Rifles Regiment, developed a strong passion for cinema and for capturing raw, powerful documentary stories from an early age. As an award-winning documentary filmmaker, Papworth has gained recognition for his impactful work, most notably the film Man Down, which explores men’s mental health. The documentary received critical acclaim and won Best Documentary at the I AM Film Festival in London in 2019.
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