Michael MacDonald

Michael MacDonald

Personal Details

Biography

Michael MacDonald is a multifaceted Canadian producer, director, and writer who has made a name for himself in various genres, including paranormal, science fiction, aviation, lifestyle, and fantasy. With a strong focus on UFO and paranormal-related work, Michael has written and directed several notable projects, such as "The Shag Harbour UFO Incident", "Intruders! Abductees Speak Out!", and the two-hour feature documentary "Northern Lights: The Canadian UFO Experience", all of which aired on SPACE network.

In addition to his work in the paranormal sphere, Michael has also ventured into other areas, including documentary filmmaking. In 2009, he and his partner Ian Johnston premiered their documentary "Famous Monster: Forrest J Ackerman" at the Egyptian Theatre in Hollywood, featuring interviews with notable figures such as John Landis, Ray Bradbury, and Forrest Ackerman. The Globe and Mail praised the film, stating it was "Engaging, funny, and to be cherished".

Michael has also written, directed, and appeared in other projects, including "Supernatural Investigator: The Antichrist" and "Visions From the Edge: The Art of Science Fiction". As a licensed pilot, he has also explored his passion for aviation by creating "The Hero's Hero", a documentary that profiles the life of Canada's most decorated flying ace, Billy Barker. Historian Pierre Burton praised the film, calling it "A terrific profile of a real Canadian hero".

Furthermore, Michael has written and directed "Our Lady", a documentary that delves into the apparitions and visitations of the Virgin Mary, for VisionTV. With his diverse range of skills, including film and television directing, producing, writing, editing, cinematography, music composition, and aerial photography, Michael MacDonald is a versatile and accomplished filmmaker.

Career

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1964
The Best Man
The Best Man as Zealot
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2005
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2012
Our Lady
Our Lady as Director, Writer
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2008
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2007
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2005
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2000
Shag Harbour UFO Incident
Shag Harbour UFO Incident as Director, Writer