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Donald Brittain

Donald Brittain

Directing1928Ottawa, 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.

Acting History

1992
Donald Brittain: Filmmaker
as Self (archive footage)
1989
1983
The Accident
Director
1981
On Guard For Thee
TVas Narrator (voice)
1980
1975
1973
Grierson
Writer
Starblanket
Producer
Starblanket
Director
1971
1968
Juggernaut
as Narrator (voice)
Juggernaut
Story Consultant
1964

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Personal Info

Known For
Directing
Gender
Male
Birthday
6/10/1928
Day of Death
7/21/1989
Place of Birth
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada