Billy Elliot film

[Jane2]

Posted: 5/3/08 at 5:32pm

Just watched it again. No matter how many times I see that ending, I get the chills. Just when you see the silhouette of the adult Billy being brought to the wings of the stage, it starts. Then, when you see all the other dancers staring at him. Then, the huge leap, his father visibly taking in a breath, and finally, that stunning scene - he's a bird in the sky. Billy finally flying . I'm still breathless.

Does anyone know how they ended the show in the UK? Is it the same leap? Does he fly? I'm so curious. I'm expecting to be blown away by this show.

Updated On: 5/3/08 at 05:32 PM

[NYadgal]

Posted: 5/3/08 at 5:38pm

I feel exactly the same way. It is TRULY breath-taking!

I can't WAIT to see this in New York!

[jrb_actor]

Posted: 5/3/08 at 6:11pm

One of my all time faves. I, too, can't wait to see the musical. I love the cast recording.

[Atrias]

Posted: 5/3/08 at 6:15pm

This is the first musical I've truly wanted to see on Broadway for a while. One of my favorite films. So excited!

[LePetiteFromage]

Posted: 5/3/08 at 6:16pm

Updated On: 1/23/09 at 06:16 PM

[Jane2]

Posted: 5/3/08 at 6:17pm

Well, I'm in good company!

But does anyone know anything about the UK show?

[Kristie-K2]

Posted: 5/3/08 at 6:21pm

The whole cast was Brilliant, but it was Gary Lewis that made it for me. When he found out that Billy made it, I think I cried for twenty minutes....

[NYadgal]

Posted: 5/3/08 at 6:24pm

...actually, Jane, I'm kind of thinking it will be exciting not to know before I see the show. To have another breath-taking moment!

[Jane2]

Posted: 5/3/08 at 6:28pm

True, Addy. I just hope it's as exciting an ending as the film is!

[NYadgal]

Posted: 5/3/08 at 6:31pm

I hope so, too! (I'm sure it will be!)

[NYadgal]

Posted: 5/3/08 at 6:42pm

...but if anyone knows how they staged the ending in London: I'm stepping out of the thread, so go ahead and share!

[Jane2]

Posted: 5/3/08 at 6:51pm

I just watched the BWW video of the show and I'm already emotional after watching those three darling boys dance. I"m turning into a bowl of jello!

[miss pennywise]

Posted: 5/3/08 at 9:34pm

I saw it in London, Jane. I don't want to spoil it for anyone, so we can PM.

BTW, LOVE, LOVE, LOVE the movie. Heartbreaking, sweet and exhilarating.

[Elphaba]

Posted: 5/3/08 at 9:41pm

ah, my darling Pennywise, but you didn't say love, love, love the musical...hmmmm....

[Unknown User]

Posted: 5/3/08 at 9:46pm

My favorite movie! I watch it whenever I'm down. I too know how the musical ends, though I haven't seen it. I can't wait to!

[Jane2]

Posted: 5/3/08 at 9:54pm

Well, I'm assuming it ends the way the movie does, but I;m wondering if they have him flying, since the video shows some early flying. Also, is there more to the ending than just that one leap? I'd love to see him do some more dancing as an adult!

If anyone wants to answer those questions, please pm me. I don't consider it a spoiler since I saw the film and actually know the story.

[miss pennywise]

Posted: 5/3/08 at 9:58pm

Without giving anything away, I will say this: the musical does NOT end the same as the movie.

[Jane2]

Posted: 5/3/08 at 10:03pm

That's a shame

[DBillyP]

Posted: 5/4/08 at 2:25am

I also saw it in London and will be happy to share the changes from screen to stage. There were a couple of things that disappointed me ... moments from the film that I wanted to see on stage ... but I understood why they made the changes they did. It is one of my favorite films and the BEST show I have ever seen.

[Jane2]

Posted: 5/4/08 at 9:12am

If you don't mind, please pm me about the changes-especially the end. thanks!

[lesmis]

Posted: 5/4/08 at 1:00pm

I can't wait to see it on Broadway. The film is one of my favorites.

[Parks]

Posted: 11/20/08 at 12:41pm

I bought tickets for the show tonight back on Sunday, and on Tuesday my writing teacher told our class that we would be watching the movie on Thursday (today). We didn't get to finish it--but it is probably the most powerful movie I have ever seen. I cannot wait to see the show tonight--and I can't wait to watch the end of the movie (which I will be missing on Tuesday morning, as I will be heading home to Texas).

I have to go out and buy this movie! Best Buy run either later today or tomorrow :).

[Jane2]

Posted: 11/20/08 at 12:52pm

Ooh Parks, if you were moved by the part of the film you did see, wait until you see the very end! OMG.

I watched it a few more times since this thread, and I still get just as moved as the first time.

[xoangel2789xo]

Posted: 11/20/08 at 7:26pm

If my memory is correct, I cried when the Dad was crying.
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