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Sunshine on Leith
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Sunshine on Leith

2013 · 100 min Music Comedy Drama
6.6 / 10 · TMDB

Davy and Ally have to re-learn how to live life in Edinburgh after coming home from serving in Afghanistan. Both struggle to learn to live a life outside the army and to deal with the everyday struggles of family, jobs and relationships. Sunshine on Leith is based on the sensational stage hit of the same name, featuring music by pop-folk band The Proclaimers.

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🎬 MovieFinder's Take

The director doesn't push the comedy pedal — lets the scene develop at its own pace. The comedic effect arises naturally, without cuing the audience.

If you're looking for light cinema for an evening — this is it. If you're looking for something that'll change your perspective on life — keep scrolling.

For those who can appreciate simple pleasure without overthinking it.

Director: Dexter Fletcher

— MovieFinder Editorial

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Viewing atmosphere: Friday evening with food and company. Doesn't require close attention — works as background too.

🎭 Cast

George MacKay

George MacKay

Davy Henshaw

Kevin Guthrie

Kevin Guthrie

Ally

Paul Brannigan

Paul Brannigan

Ronnie

Jane Horrocks

Jane Horrocks

Jean Henshaw

Peter Mullan

Peter Mullan

Robert 'Rab' Henshaw

Freya Mavor

Freya Mavor

Liz Henshaw

Antonia Thomas

Antonia Thomas

Yvonne

Jason Flemyng

Jason Flemyng

Harry Harper

Sara Vickers

Sara Vickers

Eilidh

Paul McCole

Paul McCole

Ewan

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