Billy Elliot (2000)

Talking about the best ballet movies, Billy Elliot is not to be missed. Billy Elliot is a British coming-of-age comedy-drama film directed by Stephen Daldry and written by Lee Hall that was released in 2000. The film is about a working-class child who discovers a passion for dance while growing up in County Durham, North East England, during the 1984-1985 miners' strike. Based on unfavorable prejudices about male ballet dancers, his father protests. Jamie Bell plays 11-year-old Billy, Gary Lewis plays his father, Jamie Draven plays Billy's older brother, and Julie Walters plays his ballet teacher in the film.

The film is amusing and enjoyable, with some touching parts. Billy Elliot has lots of dance scenes to keep your eyes riveted to the screen, such as this stunning scene in which Billy dances for his father. The film received three of thirteen award nominations at the 54th British Academy Film Awards. Jamie Bell became the youngest Best Actor in a Leading Role recipient. The film was also nominated for three Academy Awards, including Best Director, Best Original Screenplay, and Best Actress in a Supporting Role.

Director: Stephen Daldry
Casts: Jamie Bell, Adam Cooper, Gary Lewis
IMDb: 7,7