- Gregory’s Girl (1981) – While not entirely set in East Renfrewshire, this coming-of-age comedy-drama takes place in the neighbouring area of Cumbernauld, which is close to East Renfrewshire.
- Local Hero (1983) – Although the majority of the film is set in the fictional village of Ferness, some scenes were shot in and around East Renfrewshire, capturing the scenic beauty of the area.
- Trainspotting (1996) – Although not set in East Renfrewshire, this cult classic Scottish film directed by Danny Boyle features scenes taking place in nearby Glasgow, which is relatively close to the area.
- Sweet Sixteen (2002) – While the film primarily focuses on Greenock, another Scottish town, East Renfrewshire is mentioned in the storyline, highlighting the regional connections.
- One Day Removals (2008) – This dark comedy set in Scotland features a road trip story that doesn’t specifically mention East Renfrewshire but showcases various locations around the country, including nearby Glasgow.
- The Angel’s Share (2012) – Although not explicitly set in East Renfrewshire, this film by Ken Loach is set in Scotland and offers a glimpse of the country’s culture and landscapes.
- What We Did on Our Holiday (2014) – This English comedy-drama features scenes set in Scotland, including some coastline shots that may resemble the scenic areas found near East Renfrewshire.
- Sunset Song (2015) – While primarily set in rural Aberdeenshire, this film adaptation of the novel by Lewis Grassic Gibbon showcases the beautiful Scottish countryside, which shares similarities with East Renfrewshire’s landscape.
- T2 Trainspotting (2017) – A sequel to the iconic film, Trainspotting, this movie shares similar locations, including Glasgow, which is within reasonable proximity to East Renfrewshire.
- Outlaw King (2018) – Although set during the 14th century in Scotland, this historical film includes scenes shot in various parts of the country, including landscapes that evoke the natural beauty found in East Renfrewshire and its surrounding areas.
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