R
8.1
·2014
·162m
Billy Elliot: The Musical Live
Summary
In County Durham, England, 1984, a talented young dancer, Billy Elliot, stumbles out of the boxing ring and onto the ballet floor. He faces many trials and triumphs as he strives to conquer his family’s set ways, inner conflict, and standing on his toes in a musical that questions masculinity, gender norms and conformity.
Director
Stephen Daldry
Director
Brett Sullivan
Musical
Elton John
Musical, Original Film Writer, Writer
Lee Hall
Reviews
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badelf
May 21, 2024
9
All I can say is I'm so sorry I wasn't watching this live in London. What an awesome musical.
Media
Status:
Released
Original Language:
English
Budget:
$0.00
Revenue:
$3,413,368.00
Keywords
dance
child abuse
dancer
northern england
strike
homophobia
society
loss of loved one
solidarity
sadness
mine
abusive father
talent
national socialism
musical
street riots
boxing school
crude humor
ballet
cultural difference
live
live broadcast
live performance
cross dressing
dead mother
cultural
british politics
gender roles
mining town
british history
ballet school
smart kid
non conformity
exploring sexuality
poor kid
stage musical
christmas
1980s
gender identity
80s style
filmed theater
christmas eve
generational divide
