Donald Brittain
Directing•Born June 10, 1928•Died July 21, 1989 (age 61)•Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Biography
Donald Code Brittain, OC (June 10, 1928 – July 21, 1989), was a renown award winning Canadian film maker, especially with the National Film Board. He directed, wrote, narrated and produced over 100 films and documentaries. His breakthrough came with "Fields of Sacrifice" in 1963. Brittain's legacy isn't just his films; his camaraderie and perfectionism left a lasting impact and set the standard for professionalism at the National Film Board.
Known For
7.0
Canada's Sweetheart: The Saga of Hal C. Banks
Movie1985
7.0
Donald Brittain: Filmmaker
Movie1992
7.0
The Champions, Part 3: The Final Battle
Movie1986
7.5
The Champions, Part 2: Trappings of Power
Movie1978
10.0
Henry Ford's America
Movie1977
7.2
Ladies and Gentlemen, Mr. Leonard Cohen
Movie1966
6.5
What on Earth!
Movie1967
5.7
Volcano: An Inquiry into the Life and Death of Malcolm Lowry
Movie1976
Filmography
Personal Info
DepartmentDirecting
BirthdayJune 10, 1928
Day of DeathJuly 21, 1989
Place of BirthOttawa, Ontario, Canada
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