Donald Brittain

Born: 1928-06-10

Birthplace: 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

The Apprentice
Secrets of the Bermuda Triangle
Volcano: An Inquiry into the Life and Death of Malcolm Lowry
Paperland: The Bureaucrat Observed
Grierson
The Running Man
Canada's Sweetheart: The Saga of Hal C. Banks
Buster Keaton Rides Again
Tommy Douglas: Keeper of the Flame
His Worship, Mr. Montréal

Top Movie Credits

Grierson Writer