Trainspotting (1996)

The Story

Danny Boyle's explosive film tracks the misadventures of young men in Edinburgh trying to find their way out of joblessness, aimless relationships and drug addiction. Some are successful, while others hopelessly are not. Based on Irvine Walsh's novel, Trainspotting melds grit with poetry, resulting in a film of harsh truths and stunning grace.

Rating

Unclass18+

Duration

95 min

Country

UK

Cast

Peter Mullan, Kevin McKidd, Shirley Henderson, Ewen Bremner, Robert Carlyle, Ewan McGregor, Kelly Macdonald, Jonny Lee Miller, James Cosmo

Director

Danny Boyle