30 Great British Films You Need To See Before You Die

19. Local Hero

Trainspotting film
20th Century Fox

Local Hero is a low-key, subtle and sly comedy that generates some big laughs but is not without heart as Bill Forsyth brilliantly manages the funny with the drama.

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