A special effects technician suffered a severe hand injury on the set of 'How to Train Your Dragon 2' in the U.K. The incident has brought renewed attention to health and safety concerns for film crews, particularly regarding exhaustion and long working hours.
This image released by Universal Pictures shows Mason Thames in a scene from "How to Train Your Dragon.
", A crew member on the live-action sequel “How to Train Your Dragon 2” suffered a severe injury off-set in the U.K. ", A special effects technician severed multiple fingers on one hand in an incident involving a saw in a workshop at Sky Studios Elstree, where the film is in production, according toThe details surrounding the incident are unclear, but Variety reports that last year, the U.K.’s crew member union, Bectu, issued a joint statement with the producer’s union, Pact, about health and safety concerns about productions.
According to the two groups, their research linked many safety risks to workers being asked to work beyond contractually negotiated rest periods.
“Breaking turnaround impacts workers’ ability to do their job safely and effectively,” said Bectu National Secretary Spencer Macdonald. “Reports to Bectu indicate that exhaustion, accidents and near-misses are all too common, as well as poor mental health for many film and TV workers. ” “How to Train Your Dragon 2,” directed by Dean Deblois, started filming at Sky Studios Elstree in February with Mason Thames, 18, reprising his lead role as Hiccup alongside returning stars Nick Frost and Gerard Butler.
Cate Blanchett has joined the cast for the sequel in the role of Valka, who she previously voiced in the original animated versions of the films. LONDON, ENGLAND - JUNE 03: Gerard Butler attends the "How to Train Your Dragon" Immersive Experience Screening at Frameless on June 03, 2025 in London, England.
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