Bob Hoskins

[GM-MarkB]

Sadly passed away aged just 71

[River Don]

 Very sad news, it's not a great age these days, is it?

He Starred in at least three (that spring immediately to mind) of my favourite films.

Mona Lisa
24/7
The Long Good Friday

[godlike1]

A great actor and someone I have grown up watching in movies most of my life.

Massive shame

[RobTheRover]

I love The Long Good Friday.  A superb film.

[River Don]

24/7

Is my favourite I think. The film that brought Shane Meadows to my attention.

For those who haven't seen it, it's well worth it.

Hoskins plays a loveable but flawed character, a boxing coach who tries to inspire the lads of a Notts village.

[RobTheRover]

Yes, its excellent.  Shot in B/W

[thorneydave]

I do a bit of 'extras' acting work every so often,  worked on 'The Street' with Bob Hoskins and can honestly say he was one of the most approachable, funny, genuine, down to earth celebrities I've met.