Donald Brittain
Donald Brittain, a revered Canadian figure, remains cherished for his genuine nature and unparalleled storytelling. He created over 100 acclaimed films, like "Volcano" (1976) portraying Malcolm Lowry and "Paperland" (1979) exposing Canadian bureaucrats. His breakthrough came with "Fields of Sacrifice" (1963), marking a shift in his career. Brittain's legacy isn't just his films; his camaraderie and perfectionism left a lasting impact at the National Film Board. Two decades after his passing, his absence is deeply felt by all who knew him.
Acted in
The Magical Eye
1989
as Self
Mobility
1986
as Narrator
The Champions, Part 3: The Final Battle
1986
as Narrator
Tommy Douglas: Keeper of the Flame
1986
as Narrator
First Stop, China
1985
On Guard For Thee
1981
as Narrator (voice)
The Lost Pharaoh: The Search for Akhenaten
1980
as Self - Narrator (voice)
Canada Vignettes: Wop May
1979
as Narrator
Paperland: The Bureaucrat Observed
1979
as Narrator (voice)
The Champions, Part 1: Unlikely Warriors
1978
as Narrator
The Champions, Part 2: Trappings of Power
1978
as Narrator
Volcano: An Inquiry into the Life and Death of Malcolm Lowry
1976
as Narrator (voice)
Whistling Smith
1975
as Narrator
King of the Hill
1974
as Self - Narrator
Juggernaut
1968
as Narrator (voice)
What on Earth!
1967
as Narrator
Ladies and Gentlemen, Mr. Leonard Cohen
1966
as Narrator
Stravinsky
1966
as Narrator