Local Hero is a 1983 British comedy-drama [1] film written and directed by Bill Forsyth and produced by David Puttnam. It stars Peter Riegert, Burt Lancaster, Denis Lawson, Peter …

Local Hero: Directed by Bill Forsyth. With Burt Lancaster, Peter Riegert, Fulton Mackay, Denis Lawson. An American oil company has plans for a new refinery and sends someone to …

Here is a small film to treasure, a loving, funny, understated portrait of a small Scottish town and its encounter with a giant oil company. The town is tucked away in a sparkling little bay, and is …

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Explore the complete cast of Local Hero, including both lead and supporting actors. Learn who plays each character, discover their past roles and achievements, and find out what makes …

Sep 24, 2019 · Local Hero has a thematic beating heart that was frequently overlooked in 1983: our stubborn reluctance to accept either the reality of environmental crisis or our responsibility …

Purchase Local Hero on digital and stream instantly or download offline. Screen legend Burt Lancaster gives an outstanding performance as an eccentric oilman who orders a young …

Houston oil executive Mac is sent to purchase a Scottish town for Happer's American oil company. But before long Mac finds himself being won over by the endearing the locals and …

Most of the residents are delighted at the prospect of being bought out; the only hitch to finalizing the deal is Ben, a reclusive beachcomber who lives in a shack by the shore. He owns several …

Local Hero (1983) - Cast and crew credits, including actors, actresses, directors, writers and more.