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This film cell commemorative plaque records: Mitchell & Kenyon Blackburn's pioneering cinematographers and producers of Norden Films were based here 1897-1901 Recorded plaque organisation: British Film Institute.

Sagar Mitchell and James Kenyon were pioneering British filmmakers who operated one of the earliest cinema businesses in the UK, producing thousands of short films that provide valuable insights into early 20th century British life. Their studio in Blackburn was active from 1897 to 1901, contributing significantly to the development of early cinematography.

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