Cinema. Additional Vocabulary

Your opinion

1. I find the story … (exciting, sad, interesting)

2. It reminds me of …

3. My point of view is that…

4. My first impression was …, but later…

5. The story appeals to me because…

6. As I have understood the author teaches us to…

Phrases for discussing films:

a) Types of films: action, cartoon, comedy, disaster, historical, musical, romantic, war, science fiction, thriller, western, documentary, drama

b) About Films: actor, actress, character, costumes, dialogues, music, part, photography, plot, scene, situation, special effects, script, review, screen version (adaptation)

c) Film Characteristics: realistic, absorbing, exciting, thrilling, powerful, moving, entertaining, amusing, sad, sentimental, charming, dull, boring, outstanding, poor, funny, fantastic, real work of art, etc.

d) Questions & Opinions:

· What is on at the movies (cinema) tonight?

· Where would you like to go?

· Do you happen to know what’s on at?

· The film has had a successful run.

· The script was written by the well-known film producer…

· The film is based on (historical facts, a famous novel, etc.).

· The action takes place …

· The film is released by Dreamworks studio.

· It was a great success.

· It is worth seeing, it is a hit.

· It is a film one should be proud of.

· The film was awarded…

· The music is delightful.

· I like the open-air scenes with their breath-taking beauty.

· to be a cinema-goer…

· The plot of the film …

· The film was a failure.

· I was bored to death.

· The film leaves much to desired.

· I enjoyed every minute of it.

· I was deeply impressed by the film.

· Who is playing the main character?

· to play the part of it…

· to be popular with the audience

· The spirit of the book is perfectly caught.

1. to be suited for the role / to be perfect for the male lead

2. title character

3. the film performed fairly at the box office/ did well / made it big

4. the film grossed $240 mln at the US box office and almost twice world wide

5. to star as a regular on the series “...”

6. to co-star, to guest-star

7. the actor headlined two major films in 2006

8. she gave a remarkable performance in the role as...

9. his role as … increased his star status in the UK

10. the film brought … to an international audience and his stardom was assured two years later when … was released

11. his talent is unquestioned

12. her talent and skill only increase as time goes on

13. to gain wide renown among television watchers

14. a promising actor

15. she acted in several films which failed at the box office and her performance fell out of favour with critics

16. it was not until … was cast as the lead in … that he won the recognition which had previously eluded him

17. the film met with wide critical acclaim and presented him with new opportunities

18. her small but memorable performance gathered her attention in Britcun

19. after the release of the film in 1999, she landed a role in

20. she can boast an impressive array of roles ranging from sci-fi to drama and comedy

21. she will be stealing the spotlight for some time to come

22. in the film … she portrayed…

23. this role pushed her well beyond her prior acting experience

24. after stating in … he gained recognition as one of Hollywood’s most popular young actors

25. despite the movie’s poor showing at the box office, he became an instant hit among critics

26. he appeared as the title role in … as …

27. many critics even claimed he stole the show from

28. to land a starring role

29. the film … with a star-studded cast including … was released in …

30. the big break came after…

31. his break through performance in … established him as an actor on the rise

32. praise from critics and audiences alike continued throughout 1998 as he landed roles in many film projects

33. he is considered one of the top ten British actors and movie stars

34. the star throws himself into his role

35. impressive acting is combined with magnificent songs

36. It is considered the most beloved, enduring popular film of all time

37. the film extends over a time period of …

38. the film is one of the most popular, profitable, entertaining and successful science fiction/adventure/fantasy films

39. the film was shot mostly on location in …

40. the film was criticized for encouraging a boom in spectacular blockbusters with thin plot lines

41. one of the most commercially-successful films ever made

42. it’s a delight to see … in a new film

43. he’s tailor-made for the role

44. his performance is so fascinating that when he does not appear in a scene, the film almost drags

45. the movie’s co-stars do a wonderful job but their performances pale in comparison to …’s

46. she is enchanting as…

47. the director pays close attention to detail, especially when it comes down to the costumes

48. the film probably would not have been half as entertaining if it were not for …’s performance as…

49. this year’s top-grossing film

50. a movie with an original storyline

51. overloaded plot = many different plots

52. the movie feels slow: different subplots don’t support each other and at times the film is falling apart

53. the viewer is dazzled by too many computer effects and confused by unclear story twists and auxiliary characters

54. huge budget

55. high-profile stars

56. A film may be moving, powerful, ripping (= exciting)

57. The film is set in the 19^th century

58. The film should appeal to those who…

59. The film gives me the impression

60. The actress has won over fans across the Atlantic.

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