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Transitions in Billy Elliot

 

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             This transition is displayed when Billy goes to his audition for the Royal London Ballet school where an interview was conducted, " Are you completely behind Billy?" this question makes us realise that Jackie hasn't stated that he supports Billy, however he stares into the judge's eyes and responds " Of course" this is spoken with no hesitation showing that their relationship is slowly rebuilding. This is further shown by the blunted sentencing and wide angle shot displaying Billy's and Jackie's isolation from the judges and their higher social class. Jackie has changed into a father that supports Billy into any endeavour no matter what obstacles appear to be in his way. When an individual is transitioning they need a support network in place to assist them in doing so, Billy was deprived of this until later in the film when his father gained acceptance. Therefore the obstacles that are involved with transitions allow the persona to have more fulfilling and effective change with how they think about themselves and the world around them.
             A new perspective or awareness of lifestyles and beliefs can be catalyst for transitions, that require guidance and cannot be achieved alone. In the article from headscarfs to helmets, the reader is challenged with a new perspective of the controversial debate of societal norms. The context that is explored within this text is social, women have been treated as second-class compared to males who are seen to make a difference by building a generation of young educated boys who will soon look at skateboarding girls and think " she's talented, she's creative, she's clever she's an amazing human being" without girls being forced to live in fear of being degraded and punished by the opposing gender. The utilisation of anaphora and ellipsis is the emphasis on 'She's' as this sentence seems unreachable for this culture, however this program has allowed these girls a brighter future and the potential to be seen as equals.


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