Michael Powell, 1905 - 1990, film director, lived here, 1951 - 1971.
Directors Guild of Great Britain {with their logo at the bottom}
W14, Melbury Road, 8
Credit for this entry to: Alan Patient of www.plaquesoflondon.co.uk
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Michael Powell
Born Michael Latham Powell at Howletts, Bekesbourne, near Canterbury, Kent. H...
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Michael Powell
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Michael Powell
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