Billy Elliot 2000
“Inside every one of us is a special talent waiting to come out. The trick is finding it.”
What is Billy Elliot?
Billy Elliot is a film first released in 2000. Catalogued under Drama, Comedy, Music.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2000
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 111 minutes
- Release date
- Sep 28, 2000
- Studios
- StudioCanal, BBC Film, Tiger Aspect
- Genres
- Drama, Comedy, Music
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Overview
Billy Elliot is a film first released in 2000. Catalogued under Drama, Comedy, Music. Status: Released. A full overview for this page is being written and will appear here once verified against sources.
Should you watch it?
“A young boy discovers ballet amidst a bitter miners' strike in 1980s England.”
- Compelling coming-of-age narrative
- Strong performance by the young lead
- Authentic 1984 miners' strike backdrop
- The depiction of class struggle can be emotionally intense
Watch it if you enjoy heartfelt stories of hidden talent overcoming adversity.
The film deals with labor conflict and family tension, making it more suitable for mature viewers.
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When and where is the film set?
It takes place in County Durham, England, in 1984 during the miners' strike.
What activity does Billy initially participate in?
Billy is a member of a boxing club before he discovers ballet.
How does Billy find ballet?
He stumbles upon a ballet class after leaving his boxing club for the day.
Who trains Billy for the audition?
Mrs. Wilkinson, his ballet teacher, guides him in preparation for an audition.
What is the goal of Billy's audition?
He aims to audition for the Royal Ballet school in London, with the audition held in Newcastle-upon Tyne.