Review of Local Hero (1983) by Tim S — 24 Feb 2009
I really enjoyed this movie a lot. I thought it was sweet and endearing without being cheesy. There are also a lot of subtle touches about power and wealth that I really thought resonated. Peter Riegert and the villagers are all very natural and every performance adds something to the overall story.
To top it all of you have the amazing Burt Lancaster. I could listen to him talk all day. Chris Menges makes the film look beautiful, using the natural lighting and the landscapes that allow you to get lost in this gorgeous corner of the world.
Good writing and direction by Bill Forsyth.
This review of Local Hero (1983) was written by Tim S on 24 Feb 2009.
Local Hero has generally received very positive reviews.
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