Edmund Stenson
Edmund Stenson's love for cinema began at Beauchamp College, where he joined as a 16-year-old with a clear goal: to study film. Now an accomplished film director, Edmund reflects on how his time at Beauchamp inspired his creative path, culminating in the release of his feature documentary Blink, which is showing at Phoenix Cinema from 9th –12th December. Alongside this achievement, Edmund also served as associate editor on Navalny, the Oscar and BAFTA-winning documentary, cementing his place as a rising star in the film industry.Edmund credits his time at Beauchamp for inspiring his passion for both film and literature. "The reason I moved schools to Beauchamp was so that I could study film. Taking that course shaped my love of cinema—along with almost weekly trips to the Phoenix Cinema and annual visits to the London Film Festival," he recalls. The Literature course, too, left a lasting impact, introducing him to new authors and sparking engaging class discussions.
A particularly influential figure during his time at Beauchamp was his English Literature teacher, Mr. Whitman. "He became something of a mentor," Edmund shares. "We exchanged ideas, and traded film and book recommendations, which deepened my appreciation for storytelling and its many forms."
After Beauchamp, Edmund’s passion for storytelling led him to Warwick University, where he earned a degree in Film & Literature, followed by an exchange program in Tokyo and a master’s in Film Studies at Concordia University. His career has since spanned roles as an editor, director, and collaborator, with highlights including Blink, a documentary funded by National Geographic and distributed by Disney, which played in over 250 theatres across North America and even in Leicester.
Reflecting on his career journey, Edmund recalls a defining moment: "Standing on stage at the London Film Festival, the very festival I attended as a young cinephile with my father, and introducing my film to friends and family—it was a dream come true."
Edmund’s story is a shining example of how the opportunities and inspiration he found at Beauchamp College helped him craft a successful career in the film industry.
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