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Donald Brittain
Person

Donald Brittain

Specialty
Directing
Birth
June 10, 1928 · 61 years
Death
July 21, 1989
Origin
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

Professional Trajectory

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.

Registered Filmography