Flying Through Film: Stephen Daldry, Billy Elliot - Plot Summary

The video summarizes the plot of 'Billy Elliot', focusing on Billy's journey from boxing to ballet amidst a miners' strike in 1984 County Durham. Despite family opposition and financial struggles, Billy's talent is recognized by Mrs. Wilkinson, who encourages him to audition for the Royal Ballet School. After overcoming various challenges, including his father's initial disapproval and financial hurdles, Billy successfully auditions and eventually becomes a professional dancer, fulfilling his dreams.

What event is taking place in County Durham during the story's setting?

• A music festival

• A football championship

• A royal wedding

• A miners' strike

What sport does Billy initially practice before discovering ballet?

• Football

• Swimming

• Boxing

• Tennis

Why does Billy keep his ballet lessons a secret from his family?

• He is embarrassed about his dancing skills

• His family has outdated beliefs about male dancers

• He wants to surprise them with his talent

• He is afraid of being expelled from school

Who encourages Billy to audition for the Royal Ballet School?

• His brother

• His father

• Michael

• Mrs. Wilkinson

What causes Billy to miss his initial audition for the Royal Ballet School?

• He gets lost on the way

• He forgets the date

• His brother is arrested

• He oversleeps

How does Billy's father react after witnessing his son's dance talent?

• He ignores it

• He enrolls him in a boxing competition

• He decides to support his dream

• He forbids him from dancing

What does Billy's father do to help fund his ballet school audition?

• Gets a loan from the bank

• Starts a new business

• Wins a lottery

• Sells family jewelry

How does Billy feel about his performance during the Royal Ballet School audition?

• Excited and hopeful

• Confident and proud

• Disappointed and angry

• Indifferent and calm

What is the outcome of Billy's audition for the Royal Ballet School?

• He is asked to re-audition

• He is accepted

• He is put on a waiting list

• He is rejected

What role does Billy achieve in his ballet career by 1998?

• A choreographer

• A dance critic

• The male lead in Swan Lake

• A ballet teacher