"Billy Elliot" is a British film released in 2000, directed by Stephen Daldry. The story follows an 11-year-old boy named Billy who discovers his passion for ballet while growing up in a working-class family in Northern England during the 1984 miners' strike. Despite facing opposition from his father and brother, Billy pursues his dream of becoming a dancer. The film explores themes of family, class struggle, and self-identity. It highlights the challenges Billy faces as he navigates societal expectations and his own aspirations. "Billy Elliot" received critical acclaim and was later adapted into a successful stage musical.