Review of Billy Elliot (2000) by Steven (Mogi) . — 21 Feb 2012

Yeah, I'm gay for watching this one, too.

This review of Billy Elliot (2000) was written by Steven (Mogi) . on 21 Feb 2012.

Billy Elliot has generally received very positive reviews.

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By Chris B (2,902) on 22 Jun 2018

In the future this will be seen as a true masterpiece. Beautiful film that makes me sob my heart out every time…

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