British film pioneer in the silent era. Born 12 Beaufort (now Somerset) Gardens, Lewisham. Father was a Victorian magic lanternist. Died at home at 211 Eastcote Road, Ruislip. Caroline's Miscellany has an interesting piece on Hepworth with a 6 minute film 'Rescued by Rover'.
Credit for this entry to: Alan Patient of www.plaquesoflondon.co.uk
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Cecil Hepworth
Commemorating the Centenary of Cinema 1996 Cecil Hepworth (1874 - 1953) Brit...
Commemorating the Centenary of Cinema 1996 Cecil M. Hepworth, British film p...
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