- “Trainspotting” (1996) – This iconic film directed by Danny Boyle follows a group of heroin addicts navigating life in Edinburgh’s gritty neighbourhoods.
- “Braveheart” (1995) – While not entirely set in Edinburgh, this epic historical drama, directed by Mel Gibson, includes scenes filmed in and around the city, bringing to life Scotland’s fight for independence.
- “The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie” (1969) – Based on Muriel Spark’s novel, this film stars Maggie Smith as a charismatic schoolteacher in 1930s Edinburgh, exploring themes of love, betrayal, and societal conventions.
- “One Day” (2011) – Adapted from David Nicholls’ novel, this romantic drama starring Anne Hathaway and Jim Sturgess follows the lives of two friends as they meet on the same date each year in Edinburgh.
- “Sunshine on Leith” (2013) – This uplifting musical film, based on the stage musical of the same name, showcases the lives and loves of two soldiers returning to Edinburgh after serving in Afghanistan.
- “Shallow Grave” (1994) – Directed by Danny Boyle, this psychological thriller unfolds in various locations in Edinburgh as three flatmates find themselves entangled in a web of murder, betrayal, and greed.
- “Hallam Foe” (2007) – Set against the backdrop of Edinburgh’s cityscape, this coming-of-age film follows the imaginative and eccentric Hallam Foe as he explores his voyeuristic tendencies and searches for love.
- “A Shot at Glory” (2000) – Starring Robert Duvall and Michael Keaton, this sports drama set in Edinburgh focuses on a struggling Scottish soccer team and their pursuit of glory in a high-stakes match.
- “Greyfriars Bobby: The True Story of a Dog” (1961) – Based on the heartwarming true story, this family film follows the adventures of a loyal Skye Terrier named Bobby who is loved by the people of Edinburgh.
- “The Illusionist” (2010) – A animated film set in early 20th-century Edinburgh, it tells the story of an aging illusionist and his bond with a young girl who believes in magic.
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