Donald Brittain
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Biography
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.
Acting
(1966) Ladies and Gentlemen, Mr. Leonard Cohen
as Narrator
(1976) Volcano: An Inquiry into the Life and Death of Malcolm Lowry
as Narrator (voice)
(1967) What on Earth!
as Narrator
(1974) King of the Hill
as Self - Narrator
(1966) Stravinsky
as Narrator
(1980) The Lost Pharaoh: The Search for Akhenaten
as Self - Narrator (voice)
(1986) Mobility
as Narrator
(1985) First Stop, China
as ---
(1979) Canada Vignettes: Wop May
as Narrator
(1968) Juggernaut
as Narrator (voice)
(1975) Whistling Smith
as Narrator
(1986) The Champions, Part 3: The Final Battle
as Narrator
(1978) The Champions, Part 1: Unlikely Warriors
as Narrator
(1978) The Champions, Part 2: Trappings of Power
as Narrator
(1989) The Magical Eye
as Self
(1979) Paperland: The Bureaucrat Observed
as Narrator (voice)
(1986) Tommy Douglas: Keeper of the Flame
as Narrator
(1981) On Guard For Thee
as Narrator (voice)