French film director who worked extensively in Great Britain. Died as a result of injuries sustained in a car crash near Rake, West Sussex, England.
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Marcel Varnel was a French-born film director who made a significant impact on British cinema during the 1930s and 1940s.
He is best known for directing classic British comedies featuring stars like Will Hay, including Oh, Mr. Porter! and Ask a Policeman.
He is closely associated with the Golden Age of British cinematic comedy and production houses like Gainsborough Pictures.
