Brian McKenna

Brian McKenna

Deceased · Born: Aug 8, 1945 · Died: May 5, 2023

Personal Details

BornAug 8, 1945 Montreal, Quebec, Canada
Spouse
  • Susan Purcell

  • Anne Lagace Dowson

Biography

Brian McKenna, a renowned director and writer, was born on August 8th, 1945, in the vibrant city of Montreal, situated in the province of Quebec, Canada. This remarkable individual's life was marked by his outstanding contributions to the world of film and television, leaving behind a lasting legacy through his work on esteemed productions such as "Chiefs" (2002),"The Great War" (2007),and "The Valour and the Horror" (1992).

Throughout his life, McKenna was blessed with the love and companionship of two remarkable women, Susan Purcell and Anne Lagace Dowson, whom he shared his life with. Tragically, his life came to an end on May 5th, 2023, in the same city where he was born, Montreal, Quebec, Canada.

Career

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2007
The Great War
The Great War as Narrator
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2005
Big Sugar
Big Sugar as Narrator
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1986
Soldier's Revenge
Soldier's Revenge as Benjamín
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2016
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2007
The Great War
The Great War as Director, Writer
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2005
Big Sugar
Big Sugar as Director, Writer
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2000
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1992
The Valour and the Horror
The Valour and the Horror as Director, Writer
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The Valour and the Horror
The Valour and the Horror as Director, Writer
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2001
Chiefs
Chiefs as Creator