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William David Forsyth (born 29 July 1946). known as Bill Forsyth, is a Scottish film director and writer known for his films Gregory's Girl (1981), Local Hero (1983) and Comfort and Joy (1984) as well as his adaptation of the Marilynne Robinson novel Housekeeping (1987).
Aug 14, 2023 · Learn about the Scottish director's eclectic career, from his breakthrough hit Gregory's Girl to his Hollywood adventures. Discover his off-beat sensibility, humanity and darker tones in his films.
Bill Forsyth is a filmmaker who has won two BAFTA awards and made movies such as Local Hero, Gregory's Girl and Housekeeping. He was born in Glasgow in 1946 and has also acted in some of his own films.
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- Director, Writer, Editor
- Glasgow, Strathclyde, Scotland, UK
- Bill Forsyth
Jun 6, 2023 · Forty years ago, Bill Forsyth's film Local Hero warned us to consider the consequences of putting short-term gain ahead of the environment, writes Anthony Frajman.
- Anthony Frajman
The director of Gregory's Girl and Local Hero talks about his early struggles, his successes and his decision to quit Hollywood. He also reveals his plan to disappear if his movies had failed.
Mar 4, 2023 · #billforsyth #filmmaking #localhero An interview with Scottish filmmaker Bill Forsyth from the Criterion Collection Blu-ray of Local Hero (1983).
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Oct 28, 2004 · Learn about the life and career of Bill Forsyth, the first internationally recognised filmmaker from Scotland. Explore his films, from That Sinking Feeling to Gregory's Girl, and his influence on Scottish cinema.
