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Sir Michael Elias Balcon (19 May 1896 – 17 October 1977) was an English film producer known for his leadership of Ealing Studios in West London from 1938 to 1955. Under his direction, the studio became one of the most important British film studios of the day.
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Michael Balcon (1896-1977) was a prominent figure in the British film industry, working with Alfred Hitchcock, Ealing Studios, and MGM-British. He was knighted in 1948 and was the grandfather of Daniel Day-Lewis and Tamasin Day-Lewis.
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Sir Michael Balcon was a motion-picture producer and a leader in the British cinema industry. He began his career as a producer in 1922, founded and directed Gainsborough Pictures, Ltd., in 1928, and became the director of production for Gaumont-British Pictures, Ltd., in 1931.
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Sir Michael Elias Balcon (19 May 1896 – 17 October 1977) was an English film producer known for his leadership of Ealing Studios in West London from 1938 to 1955. Under his direction, the studio became one of the most important British film studios of the day.
Michael Balcon - Turner Classic Movies. Executive, Producer. Overview. Biography. Filmography. Life Events. Photos & Videos. Family & Companions. Notes. About. Read More. Also Known As. Sir Michael Balcon. Birth Place. Birmingham, England, GB. Born. May 19, 1896. Died. October 16, 1977. Biography. Read More.
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Oct 13, 2017 · Learn about the life and career of Sir Michael Balcon, the head of production at Ealing Studios during its golden era of British filmmaking. Discover how he chose the directors, writers, actors and technicians for classic comedies, dramas and war films.
Sir Michael Balcon Filmography. by ukjf | created - 25 Feb 2016 | updated - 26 Feb 2016 | Public. Refine See titles to watch instantly, titles you haven't rated, etc. 205 titles. 1. Woman to Woman (1923) Passed | 82 min | Drama, Romance. 7.1. Rate.
