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David Wellington

b. 1963

Canadian director

Film director Screenwriter Executive producer
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About David Wellington

Born 1963. David Wellington is a Canadian film director, screenwriter and executive producer, known for Long Day's Journey into Night (1996 film).

David Wellington (born 1963) is a Canadian film and television director, best known for the films I Love a Man in Uniform and the 1996 adaptation of Long Day's Journey into Night.

He has also directed episodes of the television series The Hidden Room, The Eleventh Hour, Queer as Folk, Saving Hope, Rookie Blue and Orphan Black.

His brother Peter is also a film and television director, who along with David, directs for Saving Hope.

Filmography The Carpenter (1988) I Love a Man in Uniform (1993) Long Day's Journey into Night (1996) Of Murder and Memory (2008) Would Be Kings (2008)

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Important facts

Born
1963, Canada
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Film director, screenwriter, executive producer
Nationality
Canada, Canadians
Known for
Long Day's Journey into Night (1996 film)
Education
Canadian Film Centre

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Frequently asked questions

Who is David Wellington?

Canadian director

When was David Wellington born?

David Wellington was born in 1963 in Canada.

What is David Wellington's occupation?

David Wellington is a film director, screenwriter and executive producer.

What is David Wellington known for?

David Wellington is known for Long Day's Journey into Night (1996 film).

What nationality is David Wellington?

David Wellington is Canadian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: David Wellington

· Wikidata: Q5240952

· DBpedia: David Wellington (director)

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