What are the different types/genres of films?

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⇨What are the different types/genres of films?

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Lesson plan

https://www.teachingenglish.org.uk/sites/teacheng/files/TE_LP_Jan_2015_NEW_KB_0.pdf ⇨ In pairs, think of a film you have both seen

⇨ In pairs, answer the following questions about your chosen film : - What is the title of the film?

- What genre is it?

- What is it about?

- Is it based on a book?

- Where is the film set?

- When is the film set?

- Who stars in the film?

- Who plays the main role(s)?

- Who is your favourite character in the film? Why? - What kind of person would like this film?

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⇨ Worksheet : in pairs, activity 1

https://www.teachingenglish.org.uk/sites/teacheng/files/Student%20worksheet_2.pdf 

⇨ Worksheet : individually, activity 2.

Choose a different film and write the review. You will present the review to the rest of the class. The classe will vote for the most interesting film

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USEFUL LANGUAGE FOR WRITING A REVIEW

Background :

The film is set in…

The film is directed by…

The starring role is played by…

The film tells the story of…

It is a thriller/love story/adventure film…

The film is based on...

Main points of the plot :

The plots revolves around/is centered on…

The plot is rather unconvincing…

The plot has an expected twist to it…

The film touches upon the problem of…

General comments :

The film lacks…

It was rather long/confusing/unbelievable…

The cast is excellent/weak…

The script is dull/exciting etc…

The acting is moving/powerful/true to life/disappointing/excellent… The dialogues are witty/hilarious/boring…

It will keep you on the edge of your seat

Recommendations :

Don’t miss it - it will change the way you think about…

All in all it is well worth seeing

This film is a must see

It is a film with a deep message

I thoroughly recommend this film as it’s a masterpiece of its kind that shows how… On the whole I woudn’t recommend it, in view of the fact that…

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