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David Lean

Born on March 25, 1908

118

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The 119th anniversary falls on March 25, 2027, in 152 days.

Sir David Lean (25 March 1908 – 16 April 1991) was an English filmmaker and editor, widely considered one of the most important figures of British cinema.

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