Have you seen the film Bank of Dave on Netflix. It’s a David and Goliath story where the little man takes on the establishment big boys and wins. It’s a romcom which is not afraid to be political. It’s set in a depressed, economically disadvantaged northern Town. It’s not a hypothetical norther Town it’s Burnley, Lancashire and it’s a true story. If you are at all interested in community engagement, grass roots regeneration or helping small businesses and creating jobs or just want to better understand what those over used jargon phrase mean then this is a must watch. Alternatively you could watch it because it’s a refreshingly entering contrast to those grossly Hollywood block busters. I do wonder what audiences in the US will make of it. Blair Mcpherson former Director author and blogger www.blairmcpherson.co.uk
