Local Hero beached up at cinemas 40 years ago, telling the story of a Texan oil tycoon buying up a Scottish village. In this 1983 behind-the-scenes archive clip, actors Burt Lancaster and Fulton Mackay, along with filmmaker Bill Forsyth, reflect on its magical charm. | BBC Arts

Meet the brilliant Local Hero company as rehearsals begin for the Chichester Festival Theatre (UK) production, running from 8th October - 19th November. David Grieg’s book, based on Bill Forsyth’s iconic 1983 film, features new music and lyrics by Mark. For more information and to book, visit: https://www.cft.org.uk/whats-on/event/local-hero To see full cast details, visit: https://www.cft.org.uk/news/casting-announced-for-local-heo | Mark Knopfler