Billal (1996): cast, story & where to watch
1996 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 1996, Billal is a documentary film directed by Tom Zubrycki, running about 86 minutes.
What it’s about. The Eter family live on a state housing estate in a suburb comprising mainly Anglo-Australian families. One night a fight breaks out involving the Eters' teenage sons and those of the neighbour. Racial insults are thrown and returned. People are hurt, property is damaged and police are called. The following day sixteen-year-old Billal Eter crosses the road. A car accelerates. His mother sees Billal flying through the air. Billal lies in a hospital in a coma fighting for his life. Meanwhile his parents plead with the government housing authorities to move them from the suburb where the driver of the car still resides.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, Billal has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Billal page.
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Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Billal (1996)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Billal change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Billal worth watching?
- Billal holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- When was Billal released?
- Billal was released in 1996, with a runtime of about 86 minutes.