Local Hero (1983)

Charming, sweet, magical, whimsy -  it’s all that and more.  It is an ode to the tranquility of idyllic existence.  It is one of the most feel-good movies I have seen. 

The story follows a Houston-based oil executive who lands up in a Scottish seaside village to negotiate a land deal.  What follows are a few twists and turns, some predictable, some not, some subtle, some not so much.  What stays with you are the memorable, quirky characters, the breathtaking scenery, and Mark Knopfler’s mesmerizing score.  For those who dig deeper, and pause to think, there is also a lot to mull over.

Here’s a link to a clip from the movie.