Manchester culture

His films like 'Career Girls' and 'All or Nothing' intimately capture the lives, dialects, and social landscapes of working-class Northern England, including Manchester.

His socially conscious films document the struggles and resilience of Manchester and Northern working communities with unflinching authenticity.

Though based in Scotland, his films like '28 Days Later' and his work on the opening ceremony reflect contemporary British industrial culture that resonates deeply with Manchester's post-industrial identity.