This document discusses how films have contributed to portrayals of Scottish identity over the latter half of the 20th century. It notes that films beginning in the 1930s helped establish stereotypical images of Scotland through depictions of tartan, landscapes, bagpipes and castles. These images have built a popular picture of Scotland for tourists. The document examines several influential Scottish and international films from the period like Trainspotting and Braveheart to analyze their impact on representations of Scottish identity.