The film Trainspotting has been voted the public's favourite Scottish movie of all time, according to a new poll. In order, the runner up spots went to Gregory’s Girl, American Cousins, Local Hero and Whisky Galore. Three of the top five films were either filmed in the Highlands & Islands, or were directed/produced by local talent, not bad for a region with less than a tenth of Scotland’s population. And this does not even include Hollywood blockbusters such as Braveheart, Rob Roy, Entrapment and Loch Ness!

Thousands voted for Trainspotting, adapted from Irvine Welsh's novel depicting life in Edinburgh, in The List magazine poll. Directed by Danny Boyle, it was a hit with audiences and a launchpad for Scots star Ewan McGregor's career.

Miles Fielder, editor of the listings and film guide, said "Following the publication of the film guide it has been fascinating and exciting to understand what the general public view as their favourite Scottish film of all time.

"We are delighted to have been able to demonstrate how great Scottish films are and we hope this guide will encourage people to watch more Scottish films, past and present.

"When Trainspotting arrived over a decade ago it was hailed by the critics and public as Scotland and Britain's answer to matching the coolest films Hollywood had been producing.

"It's therefore a great thing it has been voted as the best Scottish film of all time."

Minister for Tourism, Culture and Sport Frank McAveety added: "This event is welcome because it raises the profile of Scottish film.

"From the whimsical comedy of Whisky Galore and Gregory's Girl to the urban realism of Shallow Grave and Trainspotting, our movies have left an indelible mark on the Scottish psyche."