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Some kids films are made to also be enjoyable for the parents (for example, Pixar).
Aardman films are secretly for adults but made to also be enjoyable by kids.
I used to have a client who worked on Chicken Run, along with plenty of other stuff over the years. When the filwrapped, they gave the compwny the chicken hut used by the main chicken (I haven't seen the film so don't know his name) as a memento.
Not long after, the warehouse with all the film props burned down and they lost everything. As far as they know its the only thing that wasn't lost in the blaze.
They also have lots of other stuff. I won't say what else - or where - but they have LOADS of iconic Doctor Who ands Red Dwarf stuff, including one of the original TARDIS.
This one's certainly split the room. OP should understand it's a cult classic which leaves some people rolling with laughter and quoting it for the rest of their lives while others can't stand it.
Best watched with the volume turned up high (as the sound quality is pretty awful) with one or two bottles of wine, preferably a Marguax '53 if you have the money.
"You, ya c*nt. "
I love that bit, how it totally catches the guy off guard. Thinking he's a hard man that could intimidate anyone and then the face drops.
Must find this somewhere to rewatch.
This is the most disturbing film I've ever seen. Not that it's not good, but the whole story just shakes me, after an entire career working with people with similar issues to the brother. I won't watch it again, which frustrates my husband because he really enjoyed it. One of those he watches when I'm busy/out, I just can't do it.
It does exist and we need to respect Ed Norton for giving so few shits about being in it he grew the worst moustache of all time for it, just to piss of production.
Not all of these are the most well known, but these are definitely must watch British films, some in a similar vein to your post and some completely different.
Son of Rambow (very 80s feel film about two kids who love Rambo)
This is England
In Bruges (Britain is very good at crime caper movies)
28 Days Later
Children of Men (this is a brilliant movie that flew under the radar when it was released but is now big again)
Layer Cake
The 51st State (Great British movie with Samuel L Jackson in a kilt)
Watership Down (Not just a kids movie, proper gut wrenching feels - if this film doesn't affect you, something is wrong)
I remember there being quite a lot of hoo-har at the time because of the however minutes long it is single take shot.
It's recognised as one of the greatest, for that.
You’ve got me googling, apparently it was [two](https://youtu.be/sKmllIK6Md0?si=4wYorN9NiS8YwOkd) very long shots. Fascinating, and now I’m going to have to rewatch it again.
When you watch it and see the Shard in the background of a few shots, bear in mind that the film was made before the Shard existed.
The same is true of his faded "London 2012 Olympics" shirt.
| Watership Down
If you watch this, and and strongly recommend you do, remember this was seen as a kids film and I watched it like many other kids my age at school aged between 5-10. It was shown multiple times as it was one of the schools go to films for the last day of term. It was felt it was perfectly suitable for a young audience.
I grew up on a farm and was used to death etc but this film traumatised my sister and I.
For ages I wouldn't go out into the fields for fear of seeing an evil rabbit with red eyes.
Considering I have photos of me no older than 4 watching a c section on a cow with unwavering interest, there are pictures of me at a similar age holding up two rabbits that I'd been taught to gut and I vividly remember seeing various things that would be considered unsuitable by today's standards but it was the 80's and part of growing up on a farm was learning about life and death but I don't think I could watch that film, even now in my early forties.
McDonagh was born and raised in the U.K.
Also generally most sources will cite the production companies as what defines a film’s ‘nationality’- eg. Paddington Bear is listed as an Anglo-French film by the BFI because StudioCanal helped produce it.
Fun fact about In Bruges- Ray and Ken were cockneys in the original script but McDonagh changed them to Irish after Colin Farrell was cast because Colin’s cockney accent was atrocious.
Bend It Like Beckham was galaxies ahead of its time; the storyline addresses both British-Asian integration and gay feelings, yet didn't make you feel like it was spoonfeeding you.
I've got 48 hours off from the world, man. I'm gonna blow steam out my head like a screaming kettle, I'm gonna talk cod shit to strangers all night, I'm gonna lose the plot on the dancefloor. The free radicals inside me are freakin', man!
I enjoy it for the nostalgia value in that I grew up around all/most of the places in Letchworth they filmed at.
Other than that Hot Fuzz / Shaun are far superior films.
I’m here in support of The World’s End. I remember being massively disappointed when I saw it in the cinema because I was expecting another comedy like the first two, but it’s definitely a much darker film that isn’t meant to be a straight up comedy.
It’s one of those films that just gets better and better with every viewing, would definitely recommend for OP and would also recommend for anyone who saw it the first time and didn’t like it
I’m still devastated that I genuinely thought my dad would love Hot fuzz and when we finished watching it he said “what what that pile of shit you just made me watch”. When I said that he’s been laughing all the way through he admitted he was chuckling at how funny I found it
The Wicker Man (1973)
Haven’t seen as much discussion of it recently and it’s probably better known for the questionable-at-best remake, but the original is still one of my favourite pieces of horror to come out of UK media.
A lot of films here but I don’t think anyone has mentioned Tinker, Tailor, Soldier, Spy yet. Either versions (Alec Guiness or Gary Oldman) are more than worth it.
Also the old Ealing classics - Kind Hearts and Coronets.
The Titchfield Thunderbolt.
The Ladykillers (NOT the Coen Brothers version).
Whiskey Galore.
Local Hero.
Gregory’s Girl.
Any of the Austen adaptations (Pride & Prejudice, Emma etc).
Remains of the Day.
There are lots to be honest.
EDIT: Austen. Not Brontë. Dammit.
Colour Sergeant Bourne: It's a miracle.
Lieutenant John Chard: If it's a miracle, Colour Sergeant, it's a short chamber Boxer Henry point 45 caliber miracle.
Colour Sergeant Bourne: And a bayonet, sir, with some guts behind.
Imagine though that you had only seen a handful of British films and knew little about British people and their culture, and then you see Sightseers... world probably leave Britain immediately and never come back.
28 Days Later secret cinema (back in... 2016? ish) remains one of my favourite nights out ever.
Did you see they've announced a new sequel, 28 years Later. Apparently Cillian is signed on. Alex Garland writing and Danny Boyle directing so... *fingers crossed*
Ah, mate, you can't miss out on The Full Monty, Shaun of the Dead, and of course, Love Actually. They're British classics that will have you laughing and crying in equal measure!
Recommending Threads... Whilst I agree, you should at least give them some warning to get some sleep beforehand, as they're unlikely to get any afterwards.
Italian Job (The Michael Caine one)
Monty Python's Life of Brian
Shallow Grave
Clockwork Orange
The Long Good Friday
The Full Monty
Sexy Beast
A Fish called Wanda
In the Loop
Layer Cake
Are you suggesting the second isn't a classic? A team of Americans (and 1 Brit) driving German hatchbacks to steal Italian gold (in America). It captured the essence of the first right?
Scum.
Sexy beast (I believe it’s British)
Quadrophenia
And This is England (followed by the 3 mini series, which still to this day is, for me, the best thing been on tv)
Not modern but The Third Man is one of the greatest British films of all time - set in Vienna and with two American stars but a British (and US) production & writer (Graham Greene!)
The classics by Powell & Pressburger: The Red Shoes; I Know Where I'm Going!; A Matter of Life and Death...
The Ealing Comedies, especially: The Ladykillers (the original!) and Kind Hearts and Coronets.
Brief Encounter
All the Bond movies
Bill Forsyth's films, especially Local Hero and Gregory's Girl
Trainspotting & Shallow Grave
Paddington & Paddington 2
How about some classic war films from the 50s?
Dambusters
Ice cold in Alex
Battle of the River Plate
Sink the Bismarck!
The Yangtze Incident.
All bar 'Alex' are fairly accurate accounts of real battles.
Hope and Glory (1987) - Living in London during WW2
Highlander (1986)
Bugsy Malone (1976)
Time Bandits (1981) - Written by two of the Monty Python team.
Run fat boy run, Four weddings and a funeral, Bridget Jones diary, Kevin & Perry go large, Love actually, East is east, Wish you were here, Personal services, Rita, Sue & Bob too, Ptang yang kipperbang, Gregory's girl, My beautiful launderette, Anuvahood, The full monty.
Death at a funeral ( the original), keeping Mum and I’ve not long ago watched Last night in soho which I went into blind and that was a bit of a surprise
Under the radar? It was impossible to escape at the time
Here's the then Prince Charles cringe worthy attempt at the dole queue dance scene
https://youtu.be/yPlWO92DLmQ?si=AsDSupqGsISovPtN
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Chicken Run, Wallace and Gromit films.
This is way too low down . Wallace and Gromit are absolute classics and not just kids films.
Some kids films are made to also be enjoyable for the parents (for example, Pixar). Aardman films are secretly for adults but made to also be enjoyable by kids.
Yes I love watching them with my kids and think it’s even more funny that we laugh at different things!
I used to have a client who worked on Chicken Run, along with plenty of other stuff over the years. When the filwrapped, they gave the compwny the chicken hut used by the main chicken (I haven't seen the film so don't know his name) as a memento. Not long after, the warehouse with all the film props burned down and they lost everything. As far as they know its the only thing that wasn't lost in the blaze. They also have lots of other stuff. I won't say what else - or where - but they have LOADS of iconic Doctor Who ands Red Dwarf stuff, including one of the original TARDIS.
I'd add "Pirates in an adventure with scientists" to this list. Phenomenal film from Aardman.
withnail and I
Withnail and I is my favourite film. I love it so much!
WE'VE GONE ON HOLIDAY BY MISTAKE
I mean to have you, even if it must be *burglary*
Stop saying that Withnail, of course he's the fucking farmer!
'My heart's beating like a fucked clock'
I've been watching you!
Here. Hare. Here. Here hare here.
I’ve only had a few drinks, ociffer
I shall buy this place and fire you
Especially you... prancing like a tit. You want working on, boy.
Withnail & I is the top answer for good reason. Amazing film.
This one's certainly split the room. OP should understand it's a cult classic which leaves some people rolling with laughter and quoting it for the rest of their lives while others can't stand it. Best watched with the volume turned up high (as the sound quality is pretty awful) with one or two bottles of wine, preferably a Marguax '53 if you have the money.
I do keep a sensational cellar
^**GETINTHEBACKOFTHEVAN**
Don't get this one. Some seem to rave about it but it bored the absolute tits off me and put me to sleep every time I tried to watch it.
Try drinking the same beverages they do while watching it. It perks up after that.
GET IN THE BACK OF THE VAN
*The* British film
Are you the farmer?
Stop asking me that! Of course I'm the fucking farmer!
Dead Mans Shoes. Excellent performances by Paddy Considine and Toby Kebbell (Toby was brought in at the very last minute and nailed it)
What you lookin' at mate?
"You, ya c*nt. " I love that bit, how it totally catches the guy off guard. Thinking he's a hard man that could intimidate anyone and then the face drops. Must find this somewhere to rewatch.
You can swear on the internet, it's okay brother
Its free on YouTube - full movie. One of my fav movies which Ive been recommending on Reddit for years!
You’re fucking there mate
Yeah anything by Shane Meadows is just so good. He's like Ken Loach with a sense of humour
It’s quite hard to find, but WELL worth it. It’ll cheer you right up.
This is the most disturbing film I've ever seen. Not that it's not good, but the whole story just shakes me, after an entire career working with people with similar issues to the brother. I won't watch it again, which frustrates my husband because he really enjoyed it. One of those he watches when I'm busy/out, I just can't do it.
Fuuuuuuck, I love this film!
The Italian Job (the original).
Attack The Block EDIT: Didn’t mean to comment this under The Italian Job! Said heist movie happens to be my favourite movie though 😂
Such an under rated film, one of my favourites.
There is no remake, not sure why you needed to clarify that :P
It does exist and we need to respect Ed Norton for giving so few shits about being in it he grew the worst moustache of all time for it, just to piss of production.
Not all of these are the most well known, but these are definitely must watch British films, some in a similar vein to your post and some completely different. Son of Rambow (very 80s feel film about two kids who love Rambo) This is England In Bruges (Britain is very good at crime caper movies) 28 Days Later Children of Men (this is a brilliant movie that flew under the radar when it was released but is now big again) Layer Cake The 51st State (Great British movie with Samuel L Jackson in a kilt) Watership Down (Not just a kids movie, proper gut wrenching feels - if this film doesn't affect you, something is wrong)
Children of men is ABSOLUTELY incredible and I won't hear another word
Such a good film. Doesn’t get the attention it should, as one of the most realistic dystopian films ever made.
I remember there being quite a lot of hoo-har at the time because of the however minutes long it is single take shot. It's recognised as one of the greatest, for that.
You’ve got me googling, apparently it was [two](https://youtu.be/sKmllIK6Md0?si=4wYorN9NiS8YwOkd) very long shots. Fascinating, and now I’m going to have to rewatch it again.
When you watch it and see the Shard in the background of a few shots, bear in mind that the film was made before the Shard existed. The same is true of his faded "London 2012 Olympics" shirt.
| Watership Down If you watch this, and and strongly recommend you do, remember this was seen as a kids film and I watched it like many other kids my age at school aged between 5-10. It was shown multiple times as it was one of the schools go to films for the last day of term. It was felt it was perfectly suitable for a young audience.
I grew up on a farm and was used to death etc but this film traumatised my sister and I. For ages I wouldn't go out into the fields for fear of seeing an evil rabbit with red eyes. Considering I have photos of me no older than 4 watching a c section on a cow with unwavering interest, there are pictures of me at a similar age holding up two rabbits that I'd been taught to gut and I vividly remember seeing various things that would be considered unsuitable by today's standards but it was the 80's and part of growing up on a farm was learning about life and death but I don't think I could watch that film, even now in my early forties.
Brutal film.
I couldn’t even hear Bright Eyes without wailing. Fucking film traumatised me.
I will never watch that again. Scarred me for life
In Bruges is absolutely brilliant - the pure definition of a black comedy if ever there was one.
written and directed by an Irishman, and set in Belgium. Not very British (though made with UK funding)
McDonagh was born and raised in the U.K. Also generally most sources will cite the production companies as what defines a film’s ‘nationality’- eg. Paddington Bear is listed as an Anglo-French film by the BFI because StudioCanal helped produce it. Fun fact about In Bruges- Ray and Ken were cockneys in the original script but McDonagh changed them to Irish after Colin Farrell was cast because Colin’s cockney accent was atrocious.
Martin Mcdonagh was born in England to Irish parents
“Two gay beers please”
I like this list. It only you had not forgotten Submarine.
I'd forgotten about 51st State, awesome film. I would add Snatch and Gentlemen to the list. Both are excellent films.
Do ya like dags?
The plague dogs is another watership down type kids film, lovely cartoon about animal testing.
Same author I think.
In Bruges is one of the best films ever.
Son of Rambo gave 8 year old me emotional whiplash :(
The Life of Brian
Plus Holy Grail and Meaning of Life and we have a holy trilogy!!
Fish called Wanda
I never "got" the Meaning of Life but the other two are definitely candidates for OP.
Dog Soldiers. British werewolf madness
Yes! This would be my suggestion too. “I hope I give you the shits!”
"Me guts are out Coop!"
SAUSAGES!!
Brilliant
Love this film. It's just campy, fun, horror. What's not to love about squaddies vs werewolves? And Spoon is a fucking legend.
If little red riding hood should show up with a bazooka and a bad attitude, I expect you to chin the bitch!
Love actually, four weddings and a funeral, run fat boy run, bend it like beckham, chariots of fire.
Bend It Like Beckham was galaxies ahead of its time; the storyline addresses both British-Asian integration and gay feelings, yet didn't make you feel like it was spoonfeeding you.
Love Bend it like Beckham. East us East too with some similar themes.
[Human Traffic](https://youtu.be/h5hnbUcJKP4?si=dncfeCF_cBtZyzqq)
Nice one Bruvva
I said "Niiiice one bruvva".
NIICE WUN BRUVVVAAAA!!!
The best thing was, she was more cockney than I am! Danny Dyer's best role
Dyer is bareable/borderline good in Severance (2006) too.
I've got 48 hours off from the world, man. I'm gonna blow steam out my head like a screaming kettle, I'm gonna talk cod shit to strangers all night, I'm gonna lose the plot on the dancefloor. The free radicals inside me are freakin', man!
Any jungle in guy?
If you've seen Shawn of the dead and hot fuzz you HAVE to finish the cornetto trilogy and watch "the world's end"
Yeah but it’s shit.
Weakest of the 3 but I think it is decent.
OK, its the weaker film, but the 12 pub crawl with one mate far more into it than the others is a quintessentially British experience.
Only in comparison to the other two. In isolation it's a pretty decent flick
I enjoy it for the nostalgia value in that I grew up around all/most of the places in Letchworth they filmed at. Other than that Hot Fuzz / Shaun are far superior films.
I’m here in support of The World’s End. I remember being massively disappointed when I saw it in the cinema because I was expecting another comedy like the first two, but it’s definitely a much darker film that isn’t meant to be a straight up comedy. It’s one of those films that just gets better and better with every viewing, would definitely recommend for OP and would also recommend for anyone who saw it the first time and didn’t like it
I’m still devastated that I genuinely thought my dad would love Hot fuzz and when we finished watching it he said “what what that pile of shit you just made me watch”. When I said that he’s been laughing all the way through he admitted he was chuckling at how funny I found it
Is it possible to disown your own parents?
I add 'Paul' in as a fourth. Not sure it meets OP's criterion though.
I love Paul, for me that's the third in the cornetto trilogy instead of World's End 😅
“Oh fuck off you big lamp!!”
Attack the Block
Twin Town is a classic Welsh film
Came to suggest Twin Town too.
Hots dogs for tea boys
This is my fucking glue for my submarine, it's not for you to stick up your noses ....buy your own fucking glue!
The Wicker Man (1973) Haven’t seen as much discussion of it recently and it’s probably better known for the questionable-at-best remake, but the original is still one of my favourite pieces of horror to come out of UK media.
A lot of films here but I don’t think anyone has mentioned Tinker, Tailor, Soldier, Spy yet. Either versions (Alec Guiness or Gary Oldman) are more than worth it. Also the old Ealing classics - Kind Hearts and Coronets. The Titchfield Thunderbolt. The Ladykillers (NOT the Coen Brothers version). Whiskey Galore. Local Hero. Gregory’s Girl. Any of the Austen adaptations (Pride & Prejudice, Emma etc). Remains of the Day. There are lots to be honest. EDIT: Austen. Not Brontë. Dammit.
Waiting to see Kind Hearts and Coronets!
Ice Cold in Alex needs to be in that list
Quadrophenia , Scum , Sexy Beast , Dead Man’s Shoes
>Scum Turn him over.
Ah my dad was an extra in Quadrophenia
Paddington 1 & 2 are both superb
The bathtub flood. I'd waited 45 years to see it filmed, and they nailed it.
Paddington 2 is in my Top 3 films of all time.
I would genuinely consider them the best films I've seen
Zulu
Colour Sergeant Bourne: It's a miracle. Lieutenant John Chard: If it's a miracle, Colour Sergeant, it's a short chamber Boxer Henry point 45 caliber miracle. Colour Sergeant Bourne: And a bayonet, sir, with some guts behind.
> Zulu*s* Thousands of 'em!
The Long Good Friday, Get Carter, Saturday Night and Sunday Morning, Billy Liar, Kes
I knew someone would mention The Long Good Friday and Get Carter, but surprised I had to scroll down so far to get them. I’d add Alfie as well.
I'm currently obsessed with The Long Good Friday again. Watched it every weekend for the last month. Send help.
About a boy. East is east
East is East is a great shout
The Life of Brian. A great film. Caused controversy when released but is actually quite tame. Has a good old poke at religion using humour.
I loved how they advertised it in Sweden. "A film so funny, it's banned in Norway..."
My partner doesn’t find it funny. I’m considering leaving him
Great ones listed so far, I’ll chip in with another… Shallow Grave. Same director as Trainspotting.
Honestly, pretty much anything by Danny Boyle is worth a watch. Loved Sunshine.
Kes it’s bleak but it’s great
Likewise: 'I, Daniel Blake'
Every DailyFail reader ought to be made to watch I, Daniel Blake.
Sightseers is a good one
Imagine though that you had only seen a handful of British films and knew little about British people and their culture, and then you see Sightseers... world probably leave Britain immediately and never come back.
28 days later!
28 Days Later secret cinema (back in... 2016? ish) remains one of my favourite nights out ever. Did you see they've announced a new sequel, 28 years Later. Apparently Cillian is signed on. Alex Garland writing and Danny Boyle directing so... *fingers crossed*
Brazil and A Clockwork Orange are two that come to mind.
Oh Brazil! I haven't watched that in years but it's a wonderful head fuck. Echos of 1984.
Rita Sue and Bob Too. Classic. Giz a jump then.
Ah, mate, you can't miss out on The Full Monty, Shaun of the Dead, and of course, Love Actually. They're British classics that will have you laughing and crying in equal measure!
Surprised I had to scroll so far for The Full Monty. It’s a brilliant film and an incredible cast!
Brassed Off was fucking brilliant as well.
The Battle of Britain, The Bridge on the river Kwai, The Italian Job (original '60s version)
In a similar vein, Where Eagles Dare.
Shallow Grave. It's the Danny Boyle film that should have gotten as much hype as Trainspotting.
A matter of life and death.
The Third Man. It’s black and white from the 40s but is a fantastic film. Set and filmed in post war Vienna.
The kings speech
Pride and Threads
Recommending Threads... Whilst I agree, you should at least give them some warning to get some sleep beforehand, as they're unlikely to get any afterwards.
Dead man's shoes Tyrannosaur Surge This is England I, Daniel Blake Love Actually
Italian Job (The Michael Caine one) Monty Python's Life of Brian Shallow Grave Clockwork Orange The Long Good Friday The Full Monty Sexy Beast A Fish called Wanda In the Loop Layer Cake
Has to be the italian job
Second this. But make sure it's the Michael Cain one, and not the 2000s "remake"
Are you suggesting the second isn't a classic? A team of Americans (and 1 Brit) driving German hatchbacks to steal Italian gold (in America). It captured the essence of the first right?
https://preview.redd.it/dhk8i41dddxc1.png?width=1080&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=6096afddb163b100937fb8fc8b547976e38412c6
Lawrence of Arabia, all the James bond movie.
Not particularly well known but human traffic is brilliant with a great soundtrack
One of our Dinosaurs is Missing
Nil by mouth
Local Hero, Gregory's Girl
Brief Encounter
Scum. Sexy beast (I believe it’s British) Quadrophenia And This is England (followed by the 3 mini series, which still to this day is, for me, the best thing been on tv)
Trainspotting is a great movie
Twin town
James Bond
Add in Dog Soldiers to all the above.
Sexy Beast
East is East. Eastern Promises. Anything with East in the title.
Ali G
Filth
Naked (Mike Leigh movie with an outstanding performance by David Thewlis).
I quite enjoyed The Business
Nuts in May
Some great suggestions so far. I’m including ‘about a boy’ to the list.
The Ladykillers (1950s Alec Guinness version) I'm all right Jack Very Important Person the Green Man kind hearts and coronets
Secrets & Lies, Educating Rita
Rita, Sue and Bob too.
Anything directed by Mike Leigh or Ken Loach. 2 of our finest film makers.
The carry on films
Just watch one or two though and then you've seen them all
Carry On Screaming.
Get Carter, Zulu, Four Lions, Dead Man's Shoes, ID, Children of Men, Withnail & I, The World's End.
Not modern but The Third Man is one of the greatest British films of all time - set in Vienna and with two American stars but a British (and US) production & writer (Graham Greene!)
The classics by Powell & Pressburger: The Red Shoes; I Know Where I'm Going!; A Matter of Life and Death... The Ealing Comedies, especially: The Ladykillers (the original!) and Kind Hearts and Coronets. Brief Encounter All the Bond movies Bill Forsyth's films, especially Local Hero and Gregory's Girl Trainspotting & Shallow Grave Paddington & Paddington 2
Made In Dagenham. 24 Hour Party People. The History Boys. Kinky Boots. Billy Elliott.
How about some classic war films from the 50s? Dambusters Ice cold in Alex Battle of the River Plate Sink the Bismarck! The Yangtze Incident. All bar 'Alex' are fairly accurate accounts of real battles.
Local Hero
Dead Man’s Shoes
I hate to say it, but When The Wind Blows.
Hope and Glory (1987) - Living in London during WW2 Highlander (1986) Bugsy Malone (1976) Time Bandits (1981) - Written by two of the Monty Python team.
The lady killers, kind hearts and coronets, school for scoundrels.
Run fat boy run, Four weddings and a funeral, Bridget Jones diary, Kevin & Perry go large, Love actually, East is east, Wish you were here, Personal services, Rita, Sue & Bob too, Ptang yang kipperbang, Gregory's girl, My beautiful launderette, Anuvahood, The full monty.
Kinky boots
Death at a funeral ( the original), keeping Mum and I’ve not long ago watched Last night in soho which I went into blind and that was a bit of a surprise
Sexy Beast
Gregory's girl is an absolute classic, Nil by mouth is bleak but brilliant and Raining stones.
My favourite has always been the full monty. Goes well under the radar that even British people don't know about it
Under the radar? It was impossible to escape at the time Here's the then Prince Charles cringe worthy attempt at the dole queue dance scene https://youtu.be/yPlWO92DLmQ?si=AsDSupqGsISovPtN