

Donald Brittain
Acting
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.
The Filmography


Tommy Douglas: Keeper of the Flame

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

The Accident

Secrets of the Bermuda Triangle

The Champions, Part 1: Unlikely Warriors

The Champions, Part 2: Trappings of Power

His Worship, Mr. Montréal

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

Whistling Smith

Memorandum

What on Earth!

Ladies and Gentlemen, Mr. Leonard Cohen

Stravinsky

Fields of Sacrifice
