Bill Forsyth
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William David Forsyth (born 29 July 1946) is a Scottish film director and screenwriter 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). Description above from the Wikipedia article Bill Forsyth, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Bill Forsyth Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Bill Forsyth reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 5 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Bill Forsyth's work falls within the Documentary genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 0% of Bill Forsyth's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.
One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains "I Thought Maybe I'd Get to Meet Alan Whicker": A Conversation with Bill Forsyth, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Bill Forsyth Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Bill Forsyth's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Bill Forsyth has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1986 | "I Thought Maybe I'd Get to Meet Alan Whicker": A Conversation with Bill Forsyth | Self | Average | Similar → |
| 1985 | Shooting from the Heart: Chris Menges, Cameraman | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1983 | The Making of a 'Local Hero' (With a Little Help from His Friends) | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1970 | Mirror | Geoff | Flop | Similar → |
| 1969 | KH-4 | The Artist | Flop | Similar → |
Bill Forsyth - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Bill Forsyth?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Bill Forsyth is ""I Thought Maybe I'd Get to Meet Alan Whicker": A Conversation with Bill Forsyth" with a rating of 6.0/10.
How many movies has Bill Forsyth acted in?
Bill Forsyth has been featured in at least 5 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Bill Forsyth?
Other notable films include "Mirror", "KH-4", and "Shooting from the Heart: Chris Menges, Cameraman".