Plaque

Sir Alec Guinness - WC2

Inscription

Commemorating the centenary of cinema 1996.
Sir Alec Guinness in recognition of his unique contribution to British cinema.
In association with the British Film Institute.

Site: Sir Alec Guinness (1 memorial)

WC2, Upper St Martin's Lane, Guild House

The building is offices for Equity, the actor's union.

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Sir Alec Guinness - WC2

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Sir Alec Guinness

Actor. Born at 155 Lauderdale Mansions South, Lauderdale Road, Maida Vale, as...

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Sir Alec Guinness - WC2

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British Film Institute

In 1996 the BFI erected 126 plaques across Britain to commemorate the centena...

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