Good film, but very cliched

Rating: Null/10 (5 December 2000)

BILLY ELLIOT is a charming movie about a young boy who just has to dance. He meets resistance from everywhere, yet he loves ballet and that is what he is going to do. Jamie Bell gives a remarkable performance as Billy, but the film itself is a little too cliched for my taste. There is never a moment when you don't know exactly where this film is heading. However, charm wins out. BILLY ELLIOT is a charming film, with real heart, that doesn't shamlessly manipulate its auidence like say, PAY IT FORWARD. The film is quite good.