Donald Brittain

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.

5 unique films(directed 2, wrote 3, cast in 3)

Directed

Ladies and Gentlemen... Mr. Leonard Cohen

2014•★7.2TMDB

At age 30, Leonard Cohen returns to his hometown of Montreal, reading poetry to fans and reflecting on his life in an informal black-and-white portrait.

Ladies and Gentlemen... Mr. Leonard Cohen

2014

Family: a Loving Look at Cbc Radio

2021•★9.0TMDB

CBC Radio's production complexities across six time zones are explored through candid moments and the diverse individuals who contribute to Canada's radio landscape.

Family: a Loving Look at Cbc Radio

2021

Written

Tommy Douglas Keeper of the Flame

2016

Tommy Douglas, a former premier of Saskatchewan and leader of the New Democratic Party, is celebrated for his pivotal role in establishing Canada's Medicare system.

Tommy Douglas Keeper of the Flame

2016

Buster Keaton Rides Again

2025•★7.2TMDB

Buster Keaton stars in his 87th movie, a 25-minute color short called The Railroader, while traveling across Canada on a railway speeder.

Buster Keaton Rides Again

2025

Ladies and Gentlemen... Mr. Leonard Cohen

2014•★7.2TMDB

At age 30, Leonard Cohen returns to his hometown of Montreal, reading poetry to fans and reflecting on his life in an informal black-and-white portrait.

Ladies and Gentlemen... Mr. Leonard Cohen

2014

Cast

58m

Tommy Douglas Keeper of the Flame

2016

Tommy Douglas, a former premier of Saskatchewan and leader of the New Democratic Party, is celebrated for his pivotal role in establishing Canada's Medicare system.

Tommy Douglas Keeper of the Flame

2016

44m

Ladies and Gentlemen... Mr. Leonard Cohen

2014•★7.2TMDB

At age 30, Leonard Cohen returns to his hometown of Montreal, reading poetry to fans and reflecting on his life in an informal black-and-white portrait.

Ladies and Gentlemen... Mr. Leonard Cohen

2014