Sure It's Been Done Before... But This Time, It's Perfect

Rating: 10/10 (13 November 2000)

Words cannot express the heart and soul this movie carries. I have read many reviews complaining that this story has been done before. But the one thing that makes it different this time around is the fact that everything about it is perfect and overly delightful. Flashdance this is not! I have never laughed, cried, and cheered at the same time while watching a movie. One would have to have an icy and cynical demeanor not to love this film. And at the center of it all is a talented little Jamie Bell. He carries the film on his narrow shoulders as he literally dances his way to stardom. I hope he moves on to bigger things. Hopefully, he'll get an Oscar nomination for his brilliant portrayal of a kid who's just gotta dance. The rest of the cast is splendid as well, especially Julie Walters, who practically stole every scene she was in. Billy Elliot is a truly wonderful film. I'm seriously considering seeing it again and I recommend it to everyone who wants to cozy up to a great fairy tale with a beautiful ending. I give it five stars and beyond...