Due to Scotland’s unique cultural heritage, somewhat dark history and award-winning landscapes, the country has featured prominently in the film industry.
In the mid-nineties alone, Braveheart and Trainspotting were released within one year of each other - demonstrating the massive potential for Scotland to punch above its weight on the world stage.
When we asked our Scotsman followers, ‘what’s the best Scottish film of all time’ answers poured in. A common answer was the 2008 movie ‘The Stone of Destiny’ – no doubt motivated by how the real stone of destiny was featuring at the coronation of King Charles III.
That said, here are 21 of the greatest Scottish films of all time as voted by Scotsman readers.
13. Braveheart, 1995
Despite being criticised for historical inaccuracies the 1995 hit movie Braveheart is almost synonymous to 'Scotland' at this point - it famously stars Mel Gibson as William Wallace. Photo: Submitted
14. My Name is Joe, 1998
A movie that saw Peter Mullan crowned best actor at the Cannes Film Festival, its a take on an unlikely relationship in one of Glasgow's most crime-ridden suburbs. Photo: YouTube
15. Black Angel, 1980
Black Angel tells the story of medieval knight Sir Maddox, who returns from the Crusades to find his family has disappeared before he enters a mystical realm - it was shot in the West Highlands. Photo: YouTube
16. Death Watch, 1980
An overlooked science fiction movie which features a terminally ill woman's last moments being secretly filmed by Roddy, an acquaintance who has had a camera installed into his eye, uploading everything he sees live to the public. Photo: Submitted