Bill Forsyth

Delightful one-of-a-kind comedy from the director of "Local Hero." Even minor characters are wonderful, and the title character is an irresistible nerd. The happy ending comes out of the freaking blue, but makes perfect sense.

(watched first in 2016) Slow and somewhat murky storyline, with only a narrow glimpse into many of the characters' lives. Much was a tease hinting at more backstory, but not providing it. What made this film stand out was the visual beauty of the landscape.

(watched again a year later) I'd just watched 'You've Been Trumped' and I was struck by much the same story and location. Sadly, real life is not as good as fiction in this case.

A movie about finding yourself and what matters in life, set in Scotland. Quiet, gentle and slow pacing. Leaves you feeling warm and fuzzy.

Wonderfully weird comedy from Bill Forsyth, first saw it on cable, which has introduced me to many movies I might never have heard of. Well acted, strange, lovely scenery, and always nice to see Burt. I'm giving it an extra half-star for Mark Knopfler's elegant score, without which it would be seriously diminished.