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Billy Elliot (2000)

"Inside every one of us is a special talent waiting to come out. The trick is finding it."

7.620001h 51mEN
DramaComedyMusic

Directed by Stephen Daldry

Rating

7.6/10

Runtime

1h 51m

Language

EN

Release

September 28, 2000

Director

Stephen Daldry

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Overview

County Durham, England, 1984. The miners' strike has started and the police have started coming up from Bethnal Green, starting a class war with the lower classes suffering. Caught in the middle of the conflict is 11-year old Billy Elliot, who, after leaving his boxing club for the day, stumbles upo...

Cast

Jamie Bell

Jamie Bell

Billy Elliot

Gary Lewis

Gary Lewis

Jackie Elliot

Julie Walters

Julie Walters

Mrs Wilkinson

Jean Heywood

Jean Heywood

Grandma

Jamie Draven

Jamie Draven

Tony Elliot

Stuart Wells

Stuart Wells

Michael Caffrey

Mike Elliot

Mike Elliot

George Watson

Billy Fane

Billy Fane

Mr Braithwaite

Nicola Blackwell

Nicola Blackwell

Debbie Wilkinson

Carol McGuigan

Carol McGuigan

Librarian

Joe Renton

Joe Renton

Gary Poulson

Colin MacLachlan

Colin MacLachlan

Mr Tom Wilkinson

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Billy Elliot (2000), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

County Durham, England, 1984. The miners' strike has started and the police have started coming up from Bethnal Green, starting a class war with the lower classes suffering. Caught in the middle of the conflict is 11-year old Billy Elliot, who, after leaving his boxing club for the day, stumbles upon a ballet class and finds out that he's naturally talented. He practices with his teacher Mrs. Wilkinson for an upcoming audition in Newcastle-upon Tyne for the royal Ballet school in London.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Billy Elliot. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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