That was the Thatcher years, I guess.

Rating: 10/10 (25 October 2005)

A combo of a personal triumph and a look at a historical event, "Billy Elliot" is a triumph for all involved. During the 1984-85 miners' strike in England, the Elliot family is falling apart. Son Billy (Jamie Bell) manages to find a way out: he takes up dancing. Granted, his family is rather shocked at this, but the newfound talent helps Billy through life.
Every part of this movie was perfectly done; I can't possibly stress it sufficiently. A particularly moving scene shows Billy's father scabbing on the other workers. Another of the many great movies to come from England.