... , so Daldry uses this effect to create misunderstanding of the characters, making the audience feel surprised and astounded at this concept that Daldry is putting across. One of the greatest modern musicals, the scenic design by Ian MacNeil is a major triumph, enhanced by the poetic automation of the main elements (bed and table lift) The props and scenery are another stunning ... somehow contrive to be at once funny and poignant - not least the routine in which Billy and his gay friend Michael performs a hilarious, exquisitely touching number in drag. Billy's solo dance choreography inv...

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... human traits are determined both by environmental and biological factors. Since the environment is strong enough to prevail over biological factors, boys should learn about "being a man in the modern world." For example, they should "learn to accept their vulnerability, learn to express a range of emotions, such as fear and sadness, and learn to ask for help and support ... following ways. Ballet is thought to be a sport for girls only because of its attributes. It's a soft, quiet and sensitive sport. One wrong move lead to having to do the dance all over again. A widespread stereotype ...

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... important theme in the movie because the whole movie was based on the facts of gender expectations. Also it showed the difficulties of the gender expectations had brought in our modern society. The theme of gender expectation was showed clearly in the movie of Billy Elliot. The story was based in 1948 in Durham where mining strike occurred against Magaret thatcher ... . A boy being a ballerina is unthinkable. Billy faces his problems of depression for he is forbid to do ballet. Anger at the gender expectations in the world. Sadness for he cannot dance. In the movie we mostly see Billy sm...

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• Grade Level: High School