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

Canada's Sweetheart: The Saga of Hal C. Banks

Narrator

Henry Ford's America

Self - Narrator (voice)

Ladies and Gentlemen, Mr. Leonard Cohen

Narrator

Volcano: An Inquiry into the Life and Death of Malcolm Lowry

Narrator (voice)

The Magical Eye

Self

King of the Hill

Self - Narrator

Tommy Douglas: Keeper of the Flame

Narrator

Canada Vignettes: Wop May

Narrator