Review of Billy Elliot (2000) by Samantha P — 06 Jul 2009

Wonderfully integrated - an all together energising journey.

This review of Billy Elliot (2000) was written by Samantha P on 06 Jul 2009.

Billy Elliot has generally received very positive reviews.

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By Stel P (170) on 05 Aug 2015

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By Thomas B (1,990) on 29 Jan 2015

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I love this movie. Uplifting and beautiful…

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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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