Homosexuality and Billy Elliot Essay - 491 Words

Homosexuality and Billy Elliot In Billy Elliot there is undoubtedly a strong homosexual subtext but does this necessarily mean the protagonist himself is gay? . Director Stephen Daldry openly deals with homosexuality and intentionally creates doubt surrounding Billys sexuality thus fuelling debate and discussion. Through out the film Daldry presents us with numerous episodes, which suggest homosexuality but which are all open to interpretation, for example is Billys rejection of Debbie in the bedroom scene a sign of his homosexuality or just due to the shyness and insecurity of youth? . In my opinion, Daldry, at the end of the film is†¦show more content†¦For Billys father it isnt necessarily his sons dancing that he finds hard to come to terms with but more the fact that a macho figure like himself is harbouring a homosexual son. However it could be argued that Billys dancing is really a metaphor for all sorts of thi ngs, i.e. his passion and zeal for life rather than his homosexuality, as he points out himself Just because I like ballet doesnt mean Im a poof, you know Billys rejection of Debbie in the bedroom episode could be used as evidence to suggest he is gay. He remains silent when asked Do you fancy me and later when asked if he would like to see an intimate part of Debbies anatomy, simply replies No, thats ok. However is this merely due to Billys inexperience with girls and thus his insecurity and shyness? . Those advocating that Billy is gay would argue that his cold and affirmative No, thats ok shows that he has no interest in the female sex. They would also argue that as Billy has been without a female role model for most of his life, due to his mothers death, he has become dependant on male figures and this could potentially spill into his more intimate relationships. Billys affirmation that Im not a poof could also be met with some degree of scepticism. Is Billy just repeating the prejudice of hisShow MoreRelatedBilly Elliot1277 Words   |  6 PagesBilly Elliot Traditional ideas about stereotypical gender roles can be challenged or supported with different characters and environments. The visual text Billy Elliot was created in 2000 and directed by Stephen Daldry. The film is about an 11 year old boy (Billy Elliot) who tries to pursue a career in Ballet despite negative stereotyping. Billy must overcome many obstacles in his path including his stereotypical father and brother who are convinced that men cannot do Ballet. Billy Elliot demonstratesRead MoreHow Is the Concept of ‘Into the World’ Conveyed in the Film Billy Elliot?1205 Words   |  5 PagesHow is the concept of ‘into the world’ conveyed in the film Billy Elliot? People encounter different experiences and respond to the individually. These personal experiences may result in growth, change or other consequences. There are a variety of pathways and elements which enables for the transition of an individual into a new world. An individual’s determination to pursue a dream can inspire them to challenge society’s expectations as they transition into a new world. However, there are barriersRead MoreBilly Elliot is a Story of a Young Boys Journey to Become a Professional Dancer694 Words   |  3 PagesBilly Elliot is a story of a young boy’s journey to fulfil his dream in becoming a professional dancer. The story takes place in Everington, in a coal mining town with the cultural norm expecting boys to participate in boxing. However, Billy challenges this norm by choosing to dropout of boxing and take up ballet instead. This movie illustrates the obstacles that he faced and how he battled his way to overcome them to become a pro fessional dancer. The social environment of a child is very important