What does the cryptic crossword clue "Half measure upset director (2,5)" mean?

The definition is "director". The wordplay uses charade, reversal. DEMI (synonym of "Half") + ELL (synonym of "measure") [reversal: "upset"]; definition: "director" The answer is DE MILLE.

Half measure upset director (2,5)

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