Lochs, camera, action: a tour of Scotland’s stunning film and TV locations
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Scotland’s cinematic landscapes and historic cities have provided the backdrop for countless on-screen tales – and there’s no better way to celebrate its Year of Stories 2022 than to take a tour round these real-life locations
Scotland has long been a source of inspiration for film-makers around the world, who look to the country’s immense landscapes and unique history to aid their storytelling. Whether it’s tales of love and romance or epic battles based on actual events, Scotland has played a central role in numerous productions on both the big and small screen.
One of the most popular settings for film-making that places emphasis on stunning scenic shots is the Scottish Highlands, which will likely bring to mind a range of characters including Thomasina the cat, William Wallace in Braveheart, Harry Potter and even James Bond. The Jacobite steam train, which travels from Fort William to Mallaig along the West Highland line, plays a starring role as the Hogwarts Express in all eight Harry Potter films, thanks to the now iconic shots of the magical train crossing the stunning Glenfinnan viaduct. Meanwhile, Sam Mendes’s Skyfall has 007 returning to his Scottish roots, with much of the action taking place in Glencoe, where Bond grew up. Scenes from the film were shot in dramatic locations such as Glen Etive, near the peaks of Buachaille Etive Mor and Buachaille Etive Beag.
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