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Lesson 7: Task: Write a film review

This is the lesson where you put everything together. We want you to write a review of a film.

Writing a Film Review

This is the lesson where you put everything together. We want you to write a review of a film. You will see two examples of film reviews which you can use to help you write your own review. When you’ve finished your review, post it in the comments section and read other participants reviews and tell them what you think. In lesson one we looked at film vocabulary, in lesson three we gave you some advice about using film to improve your English and gave two short reviews of films about football, in lesson four we focussed on the passive which is a common form to use when writing about films, and in lesson six we showed you some websites where you can read lots of film reviews. While you are writing your review, you can go back to these lessons for some help.

What should I include in my film review?

It's up to you! Here is a list of some common things that you see in film reviews. Have a look at the Bend It Like Beckham film review and match the five colours to the things in this list. Is there anything extra included in the review? Is there anything missing?

• The film's title.
• An eye-catching heading.
• The genre (type of film). 
• The audience. Who is the film for?
• The director, main actors, when it was made, has it won any awards?
• The plot. A brief summary that doesn't mention the ending!
• Your opinion.
• Your evaluation.

Film Review 1

Bend it like beckham – brilliant and funny.

How can I describe Bend It Like Beckham? If I had to choose a genre, I would say it’s a romantic comedy-drama sports film!

The film was made in 2002 and directed by Gurinder Chandha who is well-known for films which explore the lives of Indians living in the UK. 

The film is set in London and stars Jess (Parminder Naghra) , who is an 18-year-old girl with Indian parents. One of the main storylines is the tension between Jess, who loves football, and her parents, who don’t allow her to play. Jess’s friend and teammate, Jules, who is played by Keira Knightly (Pirates of the Caribbean) encourages Jess to play despite her parent's wishes. 

The film deals with serious social problems such as sexism and racism, but the film is very funny at the same time! The acting is very good and of course, there is a happy ending! Oh, and David Beckham is in the movie, but you must wait until the end for that! I would give Bend It Like Beckham four and a half stars out of five and definitely recommend you watch it!

Now, look at the second film review. Is it a good review ? What does it include? Is there anything missing?

Film Review 2

Fever pitch – funny, dramatic and a perfect finish.

I love football and I love films, so Fever Pitch was the perfect movie for me. It tells the story of a school teacher who is mad about his football club – Arsenal! The film was made in 1997 and is based on a best-selling book of the same name. The film has also been remade for American audiences based on baseball.

The main role is played by Colin Firth (Paul) one of the UK’s most famous actors. Paul falls in love with a new teacher (Sally) at his school during the 1989/90 football season, one of the most important seasons in Arsenal’s history. The plot follows the ups and downs of Paul’s romance with Sally and the fortunes of Paul’s football team. But who does he love more? Sally or Arsenal? You’ll have to watch the film to find out!

There are strong performances by Colin Firth and Ruth Gemmell (Sally) in this romantic comedy-drama. If you are a football fan you will love this film, but it definitely has a wider appeal, too! I will give it five-stars and not just because I’m an Arsenal fan!

Write a film review

Write a film review in the comments section below.

Write about a film you enjoyed or a film that you didn't like. It could be a recent film or a film that you watched a long time ago.

The film doesn't have to be about football.

Reply to other learners and tell them if you have seen the film. Did you like it? Do you agree with their opinions?

When you have finished, mark the page  complete  on the side of this page and go to the end of week quiz!

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“My favorite movie is Titanic. It was made in nineteen ninety-seven. The movie is a mix of romance and drama. The stars are Leonardo DiCaprio and Kate Winslet. Leonardo plays the leading role. It’s directed by James Cameron. The movie is about a poor, handsome man who falls in love with a rich, beautiful woman. “Fence was a tough and cruel policeman. The story revolves around the joy people feel living together without him. The ending is a surprise for everyone.”“I love this movie because I enjoy romantic stories and music. It’s very captivating for me. No matter your age, you can watch it; the story is very engaging. I’m sure you’ll like it too. I highly recommend it to anyone who wants to spend their time watching a fantastic, interesting movie, or for couples looking to enjoy a romantic movie night.”

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This is a good movie review. It has almost all of the elements: 1. The title 2. The genre 3. When the movie was made 4. The movie settings (place and time) 5. The actor in leading role 6. Brief summary of the plot 7.It didn’t mention the story’s ending 8. What the reviewer liked 9. The recommendation 10. The evaluation in stars. There are some elements that this review didn’t mention: -The director -The reviewer wrote too briefly in the opinion part. (note that the review you write doesn’t have to include all the above-mentioned elements to be strong)

I have to admit that I'm still too new. I will try my best and try to be better at film reviews.

Seven Seven is an amazing movie, It's a horror and adventure film. That was made in 1995. It's set in Lancaster. The stars are William (Morgan Freeman) and David (Brad Pitt), Both of them play the leading role, As detectives. The movie is directed by David Fincher. The movie revolves around two detectives investigate very difficult crimes. It's very exciting movie, The plot is Interesting, The acting is super wonderful, I'm a big fan of Morgan Freeman. It's worth seeing. I give it 5 Stars.

Inception A Mind-Bending Journey through Dreams and Reality. Science Fiction, Thriller. This film is for lovers of thought-provoking science fiction, those who enjoy complex storylines, and fans of psychological thrillers. It’s ideal for an adult audience due to its intricate themes and intense action sequences. Directed by Christopher Nolan, "Inception" features a star-studded cast led by Leonardo DiCaprio, Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Ellen Page, and Tom Hardy. Released in 2010, the film has won several awards, including 4 Academy Awards for Best Cinematography, Sound Editing, Sound Mixing, and Visual Effects, along with numerous nominations. "Inception" explores the world of corporate espionage, where thieves enter their targets' dreams to steal secrets. The protagonist, Dom Cobb (DiCaprio), is a skilled thief who specializes in "extraction," the art of invading the subconscious. He is offered a chance to have his past crimes erased if he can successfully plant an idea into a target's mind, a process known as "inception." However, as they delve deeper into layers of dreams, the boundaries between reality and imagination blur. Christopher Nolan delivers an intellectually stimulating film that keeps the audience engaged with its original concept and breathtaking visuals. The film's pacing and complex narrative challenge viewers, but the payoff is immensely satisfying. DiCaprio delivers a powerful performance, supported by a talented cast, and Hans Zimmer's score amplifies the film's emotional depth. "Inception" is a cinematic masterpiece that pushes the boundaries of conventional storytelling. Its blend of action, visual effects, and psychological depth makes it a standout in modern cinema. It’s a must-watch for fans of films that make you think long after the credits roll.

The blue elephant. It's an action - mystery movie. It was made in Egypt both the two seasons 2014 2014 - 2019 based on a book with same name written dy an Egyptian writer named Ahmed morad , the movie tells a story of therapist who can solve problems and cases with different ways. The main role is played by Kareem abdelazez one of the most famous actors in Egypt and Nelly Kareem,the director is Marwan hammed , this movie was spacticler and the acting was superb , i well gave it four stars ,if you a fan of suspense movies you would love it , I recommended it to everyone.

DILWALE DULHANIA LE JAYENGE is an amazing romantic and comedy movie. that was made in India, London, Switzerland in 1995. the stars are Shahrukh khan and Kajol as raj and Simran .and it directs by Yash Chopra. tow young people fall in love during a vacation in Europe with their friends. I love this movie because am a big fan of SRK and love the character of raj he is brave and risky . I recommend to watching, I give it five stars, don't miss it

Rizk son's Rizk son's is an action - comedy film . it was made in Egypt and dubai season 1 in 2015 , 2 in 2019 , 3 in 2024

the stars ahmed aiz , omar yousef and asser yassin . the film revolve around 4 brother help us make abig cime but every season another one kidnap and make very fantastic plan to return brother . isee the plot very intersting and i love the actor very much

i highly recommend in to every one

Vikings is an historical series . It was made in (2013-2020). It set in Canada and Ireland.

The stars are Travis Fimmel(Ragnar) , Katheryn Winnick (Lagertha) and Clive Standen ( Rollo) , The series is directed by Johann Renck and Helen Schafer . The series revolves around Ragnar wants to explore the outside world and take the gold and he will become the most dangerous man in the world. I see the plot is very interesting and the acting is incredible.

Don't miss it.

zaki Shan is a Comedy-Romantic Za Kie movie. it takes place in Cairo in 2013.

the stars are yasmin Abdelaziz , Ahmed helmy and amir Krara. Ahmed helmy (Zaki) plays bodyguard The director is Amr Arafa.

The movie revolves around Zaki he work as a bodyguard to yasmin It's about a couple who fall in love.

She is rich woman and he is a bodyguard. I see the plot is very interesting and the Acting is wonderfule.

I love it and I recommended it to my frinds.

Toy story, Animation and Imaganation film that was made in 1995 by Disney the actors is Tom Hanks, Tim Alen, Gon Mores the film is talk about Games that talk and move without anyone seeing them They have a leader called Audi There is a boy called Andy who plays with them, but he loves Audi the most. This movie is exciting and wonderful, and I recommend it for children. I will give it 5 stars

**Movie Review: "Parasite" (2019)**

"Parasite", directed by Bong Joon-ho, is a South Korean black comedy thriller that masterfully explores themes of class struggle and social inequality. The film follows the Kim family, a poor family living in a semi-basement apartment, as they cleverly infiltrate the wealthy Park family's lives by posing as highly qualified professionals.

What I loved most about "Parasite" was its ability to seamlessly blend genres, shifting from dark humor to suspense to shocking violence with ease. The film's pacing is impeccable, keeping the audience on the edge of their seats throughout its two-hour runtime. The cinematography is also noteworthy, with striking visuals and clever use of framing to highlight the stark contrast between the two families' living conditions.

The performances are uniformly excellent, with each actor bringing depth and nuance to their characters. Song Kang-ho, as the patriarch of the Kim family, delivers a particularly captivating performance, showcasing both his comedic timing and his ability to convey the desperation and cunning of his character.

"Parasite" is a film that stays with you long after the credits roll. Its powerful social commentary and its ability to elicit a wide range of emotions make it a truly unforgettable cinematic experience. I highly recommend it to anyone looking for a thought-provoking and entertaining film.

"Interstellar" science fiction, adventure and drama movie . That was made in 2014. It talks about when the earth is unavailable to live in it .The lead rode is very smart man he loves physics and astronomy. He has a little daughter called murph . She is 9 years . She is a genius and beautiful girl like her father.He wanted to discover a new planet to live in instead the earth.Because he and sone another scientists said that the earth wouldn't be available to live in it after 80 years. After doing researchers, He and 3 scientists travelled to space to discover a new planet. Einstein said in relativity "If the speed be faster , the will be slower" He uesd spacecraft with his stuff and went to space. He lost all his stuff in space ,but he could to discover the planet because his daughter had helped him.After that his daughter became 90 years old and he 45 years old because relativity. What a film . He will make you cry in the end. I will give it (☆☆☆☆☆)five stars

I would say that An Angel at my table is one of my top ten most favourite films. It’s a drama film which directed by Janet Campion and shot in 1990. The film is based on Janet Frame’s three autobiographies. Kerry Fox plays the role of Janet Frame, a famous New Zealander writer and poet. The film is about the life of Janet Frame who was a very clever child until, as a teenager, she was misdiagnosed with schizophrenia and sent to a mental institution……… The story takes place in Australia, New Zealand and the UK in the different parts of Janet’s life. It ’s a flawless masterpiece. The storyline is so beautiful and inspiring and Kerry Fox’s acting is just incredible. I was mesmerized by that shy, intelligent and lonely girl and could totally relate to her. Besides, his movie makes New -Zealand look like the most gorgeous place on earth Another thing I loved about Another thing I loved about the movie was the excellent music score.

The other side of the door-thriller

the other side of the door is a horror movie that was made in 2016-the stars is Sarah Wayne and Jeremy Sisto and it is directed by Johannes Roberts the movie is set in India and it tells the story of maria whose her son died in an accident and she blame herself because she is the one who caused this accident and therefore she is doing a spell ritual to bring her son back to life Or feel his presence which causes harm to her and her family

I love this film because the plot was interesting as it means don't try to life in past and accept the situation you are in trying to adapt.

That isn't a just horror movie but actually it is a movie Know the consequences of what you do so if you are fan of wisdom movie ,I recommend this movie to you, I give it four star of five Don't miss it .

El Ruby House

El Ruby House is a comedy-drama Movie that was made in 2023. the stars are Kareem abdelaziz and Nour, and directed by Peter Mimi.

The movie is set in Boston and it tells the story of private family event gets leaked on social media, Ibrahim Al Ruby decides to live in a village with his wife and children, far from people and the pressure of modern life. After his younger brother, Ihab, convinces Ibrahim to go back to the city for some important paperwork, the family embarks on a trip full of surprises that is bound to change the lives of the "Rubies".

The film deals with serious social problems, but the film is very funny at the same time! The acting is very good and of course, there is a happy ending!, I love this movie because the plot was interesting. I am also a big fan of Kareem abdelaziz

I would give It four and a half stars out of five and definitely recommend you watch it!

Assel Aswad dramatic - comedian Aseel Aswad is a drama - comdey film. The film was made in 2010 . it tells the story of an Egyptian person (masry) he was live in America along his life .then came back home(Egypt).he surprised about deferent between the life in America VS Egypt. he discovered that deference when he dose some files in government interests school transportation . The main role is played by Ahmed Hilmy(masry) one of Egyptian famous actors share with Anaam Salosa ' Edward 'Lotfy Labib ' Emy Samir ghanim. The film directed by KHaled maray. I would give Asel Aswad four stars out of five and definitely recommend you watch it!

Hatchi: a dog's tale It's a drama film The film was made in 2009 and directed by ( lasse hallstrom ) and the stars are (Richard Gere ) ,( Jason Alexander) and ( Joan Allen) The story is based on Barker who works as a professor and he goes to the university by the train And one day he found a little dog at the train station, he took it home with him and called it ( hatchi ) Then ( hatchi) grown up and it's attachment to the professor ( Barker ) increased, the dog used to drive the professor every day to the train station and wait until his return The dog was very popular with the people at the train station And on day the professor didn't come back to take ( hatchi) home with him So what's happened to the professor and hatchi ?!! Watch the film to know the end This is one of my favorites movies Definitely recommend you to watch it ❤️

Pride and prejudice It's a romance and drama film. It's directed by (Joe Wright) in 2005 the story is based on (Jane Austin's) novel. The film is set in United States . the stars Mr.Darcy (Matthew Macfady) and his best friend Bingley( Simon Woods) Jane (Rosamund Pike), Elizabeth (Keira Knightley),Mary (Talulah Riley),Kitty (Carey Mulligan)and Lydia Bennet (Jena Malone) . The story tells about Mr and Mrs Bennetts five unmarried daughters after the rich and eligible Mr . Darcy and his best friend Mr . Bingley have moved into their neighborhood. While Mr . Bingley takes an immediate liking to the eldest Bennet daughter Elizabeth ,Jane and Darcy has difficulty adapting to local society and repeatedly. You must wait until the end to know what will happen! I like Pride and prejudice and I would like to give Pride and prejudice eight and half stars out of ten and definitely recommend you to watch it ♡

Work it It’s dance comedy film that was made in 2020 . The stars Sabrina carpenter and Liza koshy and Jordan fisher , and it directed by Laura Terruso . The film talk about quinn Ackerman she is a nerd and she want to Join in college duke because was dreaming her like her father because father Quinn joined this college but she can’t because they won’t accept her , she has to do something different, so she will apply to a dance competition and be her team . But my favorite character is jake Taylor in this film . Watching a jake Taylor dance is very funny and fantastic. I recommend this film to watch it who wants to laugh and exciting watch this film , so go to see it with your friends. I give jake Taylor 5 stars because he deserve this 5 stars . Don’t miss it.

I agree with you ♡

John Wick 3. It is an action film directed by Chad Stahelski and the cast includes Keonu Reeves and Scott ADKINS SET IN 2023. The plot is about Johnwick taking his fight against the high table global as he seeks out the most powerful players in the underworld. The performance of the cast was thrilling and keeps the audience on the edge of their seats from the beginning to the end. I would give it a four rating and strongly recommend others to watch it.

John Wick 4. It is an action film directed by Chad Stahelski and the cast includes Keonu Reeves and Scott ADKINS SET IN 2023. The plot is about Johnwick taking his fight against the high table global as he seeks out the most powerful players in the underworld. The performance of the cast was thrilling and keeps the audience on the edge of their seats from the beginning to the end. I would give it a four rating and strongly recommend others to watch it.

I would like to give a film review about 'Titanic.' It was written, directed and also produced by James Cameron. It is a genre of romance and drama. The film was made in 1997. It's about two characters falling in love during a voyage. The plot was remarkable and brilliant. It was first-rate and I would give it five stars and also strongly recommend those who missed this film to watch it.

I love the Long Shadow movie, an animated series, a comic series about the story of an orphan girl named Judy Abbott, who got a scholarship to Lincoln High School, by someone she doesn't know named John Smith, Judy called him the Long Shadow Owner, because she had never seen anything but his shadow . Her story contains sad clips, but she overcomes all misfortunes. Her story ends with a happy marriage with the owner of the long shadow.

Django Unchained-Action,romantic and comedy.

Django is a action movie and a one of the best movies have directed and it was made in 2012.The stars are Jamie Foxx (Django),Christoph Waltz (Dr.Schultz) and the infinite Leonardo Dicaprio(Candie) and it is directed by Tarantino.The story tells about Django the slave whose wife was kidnapped by Englishmen then Django try to find his wife with Dr.schultz.So can he find his wife ?

I was interested in this movie because the plot is wonderful and graphics is outstanding and i am a big fan of Dicaprio but my favorite characters in this movie is Dr.s schultz .

I think this movie is not for children because there is blood and screenshots +18. I recommend this movie to adults .I give the movie four stars Don`t miss it.

Enchanted - Real world and the animated world collide I am fond of princesses and fantasy world , so enchanted is my favourite film i would say it's animation adventure comedy family romance film it was made in 2007 at New York City it's related PG for some scary images and mild innuendo. It was produced by Alan menken and stephen schwartz and performed by Amy Adams and james marsden its story line is about the beautiful princess Giselle is banished by evil queen narissa from her magical land shocked by this strange new environment,but when Giselle begins to fall in love with a divorce lawyer, Can a storybook view of romance survive in the real world?. I think it's a great choice for a movie night. I would give it five stars.

Jumanji is an amazing adventure movie and its comedy at the same time that was made in2017. The stars are (dwayne Johnson)and (Karen Gillian) and it’s directed by (Jake Kasdan) while a group of teenagers were in detention at school one of them found a video game which took them inside it and they stuck at that video game until they complete the missions I am in love with this movie because it’s make me laugh and excited to watch the end This movie for children and adults so I recommend it for a family night. I give jumanji five stars

Marvel Age of Ultron Its my favourite film cause i like the gerne and from all marvel films its my favourite. i like the characters and i like the plot and everything that happends in the film

avenger is an amazing action superhero film that is made in 2012 in United Kingdom it is directed by Joss Whedon its cast including Robert Downey Jr., Chris Evans, Mark Ruffalo, Chris Hemsworth, Scarlett Johansson, and Jeremy Renner as the Avengers, alongside Tom Hiddleston, Stellan Skarsgård, and Samuel L. Jackson. i am abig fan of this film and i recommened the all to see this film

Africano Africano is an amazing adventure, comedy movie I have ever seen. It was made in 2001.Ahmed El Sakka and Mona Zaki played the leading role, Hassan Hosny was in it. The movie was directed by Amr Arafa. It was set in South Africa and it tells the story of Badr who workes as a vet. His wish is tragically granted when his uncle who lives in Africa dies and Badr travels to get his inheritance as he meets his cousin Gamila. I love this movie because, the plot was interesting. I am also a big fan of Ahmed El Sakka. Hoever my favourite character in this movie is Gamila . Also the music is fantastic. I highly reccommend this movie, So go see it with your friends. I give it three stars, Do not miss it.

Spider man is my favourite movie

My fav is marvel movies

yes that is a good movies company

World war Z is my favorite movie , It has been my favorite movie since I watched it , it's my favorite movie cause i love zombie movies and every one liked it ; The film was made in 2013 and the director is Marc Forstar He is a German film producer and screenwriter , The film won an Empire award. U.K .The film is set on U.S.A and the star is Brad pett (Gerry Lane), Former United Nations employee Gerry Lane traverses the world in a race against time to stop a zombie pandemic that is toppling armies and governments and threatens to destroy humanity itself. it is the best film i had watched it ever I would give it five stars and I recommend everyone to watch it!.

Spiderman no way home It's my favourite superhero and the actor who role the Peter parker is Tom Holland and the other actors played the role very well also i like the genre of this movie it's action. Finally, I think that this movie can watch it teenagers and adults but I don't think youngers can't watch it.

yes its a good one too

Marvels: Endgame is my favorite movie, It has been my favorite movie since 2019, and it has been my favorite because everyone loved Avengers: Endgame, but it’s not just any other superhero flick. It’s actually the best film in the MCU. It’s emotionally resonant. Endgame has a sense of beauty behind all of the action and violence. At the center of the film, it really is a love story. Thor goes back to see his mother before she is murdered by the Dark Elves, Tony Stark (Robert Downey Jr.) reconciles with his father, and Steve Rodgers reunites with his wife back in his original time.

The equalizer the equalizer is a realistic action film, where Denzel Washington, plays Robert mccall , the film talks about how robert faked his death in order to live a quiet life, but when he sees a young woman being abused by a Russian gang, he comes out of his retirement to fight crime and reinforce justice, the movie is set in Salisbury, Hamilton, Chelsea, Haverhill, and Boston, Massachusetts and is directed by Antoine fuqua it was released in 2014 has an interesting story, the acting is fantastic, and the special effects are impeccable, to me this movie is perfect, 10/10, i recommend it to everyone, but be warned since it has a lot of violence

end game if you like action movies this movie will be perfect for you the film is talking about the marvel universe Thanos has come to the earth and he wants to take all of the infinity stones and destroy the world then the avengers came to kill him and they make many wars two on earth and one in the space the film was made in 2019 and directed by Anthony Russo The film stars are Robert Downey Jr(iron man) and Chris Evans(Captain America) I would give this film five stars because the film is very Interisting

interstellar 2014 this is an amazing sci-fi movies that was made 2014.Matthew McConaughey, Anne Hathaway & Jessica Chastain. And its director is Christopher Nolan. the movie revolves around the Earth when it becomes uninhabitable in the future, a farmer and ex-NASA pilot, Joseph Cooper (Matthew McConaughey), is tasked to pilot a spacecraft, along with a team of researchers, to find a new planet for humans. I love this movie because the poly is amazing. I'm also a big fan of Christopher Nolan's works. I recommend this movie to everyone I'm sur that you gonna love it, don't miss it

i had to watch it twice to understand the idea

Twilight Saga

I loved this saga, I saw it many times and today in summer I saw it again and I can't get enough of it. I love the story, the characters and the villains, everything was well done. When I finished the saga for the first time, I did a lot of research on the characters, their lives, relationships etc. I saw a news that they will make a new movie based on Edwar Cullen's point of view, I hope they make it soon.

Mamma Mia! - Who is my father?

If you like musicals and the popular Swedish group ABBA, this is a perfect film for you. Dona is a single woman managing a small family hotel on a little Greek island. Her daughter, Sophie, is getting married and she decides to invite her father to the wedding. The tricky thing is that she doesn‘t know who her father is. The film was made in 2008 and directed by Phyllida Lloyd. It stars Meryl Streep (Donna), Amanda Seyfried (Sophie), Pierce Brosnan (Sam), Colin Firth (Harry) and Stellan Skarsgard (Bill). There is fabulous music, excellent acting and singing and a lot of funny scenes. The plot is funny on one side but there is a serious overtone. I would give Mamma Mia! five stars because I think the film has positive vibes and it is more important than anything else.

Films title: Mission Impossible Fallout is an action movie and is for a person that like action and tension. The Director is Christoper Mcquarrie, the main actors is Tom Cruise,Henry Cavill , Ving Rhames, Simon Pegg and more. The film was made in 2018 and it has won Prizes. My little review is that it is nice, entertaining and it´s so nice to watch. The film is about after a mission After a mission to recover a deadly weapon goes wrong, IMF agent Ethan Hunt and his team are forced to work alongside CIA agent Augustus Walker as they must race against time to continue their assignment. When Lane escapes from prison, Hunt must do whatever it takes to capture him once more.

Skills: Writing a film review

Film Review Writing Class 12

Writing a film review can be an enjoyable and rewarding experience, but it can also be challenging if you’re not familiar with the process. Here are some tips to help you write a great film review in class 12:

1. Watch the film: Before you can write a review, you need to watch the film. Pay attention to the plot, the characters, the acting, the cinematography, the music, and any other elements that you think are important. 2. Take notes: While you’re watching the film, take notes on the things that you want to include in your review. You can also jot down quotes or scenes that you think are particularly memorable.

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3. Introduce the film: Start your review with a brief introduction of the film. Include the title, the director, the main actors, and the genre. 4. Summarize the plot: Provide a brief summary of the plot without giving away any major spoilers. This will help your readers understand the context of your review. 5. Evaluate the performances: Evaluate the performances of the actors in the film. Discuss their strengths and weaknesses and how well they fit into their roles. 6. Analyze the cinematography: Discuss the cinematography in the film, including the camera angles, lighting, and visual effects. Analyze how these elements contribute to the overall tone and mood of the film. 7. Comment on the music: Discuss the music in the film and how it adds to the emotional impact of the story. 8. Assess the overall impact: Finally, provide your overall assessment of the film. Discuss what you liked and didn’t like about it, and whether you would recommend it to others. Remember that writing a film review is subjective, and your opinion may differ from others. Focus on providing a clear and concise review that highlights your personal perspective on the film.

Here are a few sample stories that can be used to write film reviews for class 12:

1. The Shawshank Redemption (1994) – Directed by Frank Darabont

The Shawshank Redemption is a classic film that tells the story of Andy Dufresne, a man who is wrongly convicted of murder and sentenced to life in prison. The film follows Andy’s journey as he befriends other inmates and becomes an integral part of the prison community. The performances in this film are outstanding, particularly those of Tim Robbins and Morgan Freeman. The cinematography is also excellent, with its use of lighting and color to convey the stark reality of prison life. Overall, The Shawshank Redemption is a timeless film that explores the themes of hope, friendship, and redemption.

2. La La Land (2016) – Directed by Damien Chazelle

La La Land is a romantic musical that tells the story of two aspiring artists who fall in love while pursuing their dreams in Los Angeles. The film features stunning musical numbers, beautiful cinematography, and excellent performances from Emma Stone and Ryan Gosling. The film’s themes of love, ambition, and sacrifice are beautifully woven together to create a heartfelt and entertaining story. However, some viewers may find the ending bittersweet, as it challenges the traditional Hollywood ending.

3. Parasite (2019) – Directed by Bong Joon-ho

The parasite is a South Korean film that explores the class divide in modern society. The film follows the story of a poor family who infiltrates the lives of a wealthy family in order to improve their own situation. The film’s performances are outstanding, particularly those of the lead actors, Song Kang-ho and Choi Woo-Shik. The cinematography is also excellent, with its use of contrast and framing to emphasize the divide between the rich and poor. A parasite is a thought-provoking and socially relevant film that will leave viewers questioning their own assumptions about class and privilege.

Conclusion On The Film Review Writing Class 12

The three films discussed above – The Shawshank Redemption, La La Land, and Parasite – are all excellent examples of the power of cinema to tell compelling stories that resonate with audiences. Each film explores different themes and uses unique storytelling techniques, but all are united in their ability to transport viewers into their respective worlds and leave a lasting impression.

The Shawshank Redemption is a timeless classic that continues to captivate audiences with its themes of hope, friendship, and redemption. La La Land is a modern musical that beautifully weaves together themes of love, ambition, and sacrifice, while also challenging traditional Hollywood endings. Finally, Parasite is a thought-provoking and socially relevant film that explores the class divide in modern society, and the lengths that some will go to improve their own situation.

Overall, these films are excellent choices for class 12 film reviews, as they offer a variety of themes, styles, and techniques for students to analyze and discuss. Whether examining the performances, cinematography, music, or overall impact of the film, there is plenty of material for students to draw from in their reviews.

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Film Review and Book Review – Class 12 English Board Exam

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Film Review and Book Review carry 10 marks in Class 12 Board Exam. Students are generally asked to write film/book review that you have recently watched/read.

Word limit : 300 Words

1.Write a film review about any film that you have recently watched in about 150 to 200 words.

Title of the movie: Chhakka Panja

Movie : Chhaka Panja

Director : Deepa Shree Niraula

Produced by : Deepak Raj Giri, Jeetu Nepal, Kedar Ghimire

Starring : Priyanka Karki ,Deepak Raj Giri, Kedar Ghimire, Buddhi Tamang,                    Basundhara Bhusal, Barsha Raut , Aryan Sigdel

Genre: Social

Duration: 136 minutes

Language: Nepali

Release Date: 9 Sep , 2016

                                              Chhakka Panja

  Last week I got a chance to watch Nepali comedy film. Chhakka Panja. Chhakka Panja is one of the most popular films in Nepali Film Industry. It has also observed 100 days in the film halls. This is the film directed by Deepa Shree Niraula. The film reflects the bitter truth of our contemporary society. This film gives the lesson to the husbands who go to foreign countries to earn money and also to their wives. The story of the film begins from Atit (Shiv Hari Paudel). He gets DV for America and gets married to Brinda (Barsha Raut). He flies to America alone and promises with his wife that he will come back to take her.

  There is another character, Raja (Deepak Raj Giri) who lives with his widow mother. Neither he wants to marry nor to work. He wanders here and there with his three friends: Jeetu, Kedar and Buddhi. Except Buddhi, all three are unmarried. When Shiva goes to America, his wife Brinda and Deepak fall in love. Brinda shows real love but Deepak wants only to exploit her beauty and youth. She becomes pregnant. At the same time, Shiva comes back from America without informing and knows their love affair but he doesn’t show any reaction.

  On the other hand, Deepak gets married with Champa (Priyanka) due to his mother’s force. Then Aryan Sigdel is seen as a villain. While Deepak and Priyanka are going to Kathmandu, Aryan and Priyanka attack to Deepak in the forest and injure Deepak. Then Aryan and Priyanka run away from there.

  Similarly Jeetu and Namrata are in love but Namrata’s father advises Jeetu to go foreign country and earn money to get Namrata. So he is in Kathmandu. One day Buddhi beats his wife being drunk so she has gone to maiti. Although everybody thinks Kedar is in foreign country, he is in Kathmandu as the head of criminal gang. Deepak and Buddhi go to Kathmandu to search Aryan and Priyanka. They meet to Jeetu and Kedar there.

  One day Aryan phones to Deepak and informs that he is getting married to Priyanka at temple. He also threatens to Deepak to stop that marriage if he can. When four friends (Deepak, Jeetu, Kedar, Buddhi) reach to temple, Aryan reveals a secret plan. In fact, Shiva Hari is getting married to Priyanka not Aryan. Priyanka has got married to Deepak according to Shiva’s plan and he is getting married to Priyanka (Deepak’s wife) to teach lesson to Deepak.

  In this way, the film has happy ending because every problem is solved. Deepak accepts Brinda (Shiva’s pregnant wife) as his wife. Shiva gets married to Priyanka (Deepak’s wife). Buddhi realizes his mistake and promises not to beat his wife again. So his wife returns from maiti. Jeetu returns from foreign country by earning money and gets married to Bishnu (Namrata). Kedar also gets married to Deepa Shree.

  The film is very interesting to every audience since it gives moral lesson to every husband not to play with youth of others’ wives. The dialogues used by the actors are very humorous. The audiences can’t stay without laughing while watching the film. The plot, acting of the characters, comic scenes and dialogues and the message conveyed by the film are really praiseworthy.

 2. Write a film review about any film that you have recently watched in about 150 to 200 words.

Title of the movie: Jhola

Director: Yadav Kumar Bhattarai

Producers: Raj Timalsina, Ram Gopal Thapa and Sushil Shah

Starring: Garima Panta, Desh Bhakta Khanal , Sujal Nepal, Laxrni Gin and Deepak Chhetri

Duration: 90 minutes

Release Date: 7 December 2013

  Jhola is a Nepali film based on Krishna Dharawasi’s short story “Jhola”. It has depicted Nepali society about the Sati tradition that was prevalent until the 1920s. The film has beautifully presented the issues of violence against women. “Has Nepalese society really passed through such in human tradition?” is the question every youngster wonders about.

The plot develops with the death of Garima’s husband in which she has to immolate herself upon her husband’s death, typically on his funeral pyre. She is supposed to be burnt alive with the dead body of her husband according to the tradition. However, she escapes the fire and hides in a cave. The help of her son fascinates the audience.

  Almost all the scenes seem realistic and historical. Traditional tools like dhiki, janto, madaani, etc. give traditional look in the film. Similarly traditional lights like ranks, diyalo and fire place represent ancient environment to the spectators. In addition to Sati tradition, the movie also touch Kamara Kamari(a kind of slavery) tradition. What a beautiful cinematography it is! I think costumes of the artists and the leaf music in traditional tunes touch the heart of every one present in the cinema hall. Garima’s natural appearance, her role and her acting are spellbinding and add to the beauty of the movie.

This is a must watch movie. Don’t miss   it.

3.     3. Write a film review about any film that you have recently watched in about 150 to 200 words.

  Title of the movie: Pardeshi

Director:  Narayan Rayamajhi

Producers:   Rajesh Banshal

Starring: Prashant Tamang, Rajani K.C , etc

Genre: Drama

Duration: 128 minutes

Release Date: October 22, 2015

“Pardeshi’s strong key points are its story and screenplay, music and actors performance. These key elements of the film have made the film watchable one. Ramesh BC and Narayan Raymajhi have written the story and screenplay. Credit must be given to the story and screenplay for adding emotional undercurrent into the film which are appreciable and will hold you in the seat. The emotions touch the right chord and a couple of them could even make the weak-hearted cry.

Musician B.B.Anuragi is another appreciable team member of the film Pardeshi. All the songs of the film are melodious that will get into the nerves of the audience. Every song has its importance in the film which will take the story to next level. The purely folk melody songs will make your movie experience enjoyable.

Actors’ performance is another strong aspect of the film. I could not find any flaw on any actors’ performance. From lead actors to supporting actors, child actors to guest actors, everyone has performed brilliantly. Every actor has got into the character and performed. Every character is developed properly which will give sense to their individual story and will help the audience to relate with them.

Prashant Tamang being an Indian idol and an international celebrity, he is not presented in the film as a celebrity. This is one of the important beauties of the film, Prashant is into the character of Binaya so much that audience will forget that they are watching Prashant in the screen.

Rajni KC was featured in glamorous avatar in her first film Loafer. But in Pardeshi, she has got a big opportunity to showcase her talent as an actress. Her performance as Namrata is brilliant. Keshav Bhattarai as Binaya’s father is good. Naren Khadka has also performed well. All other actors have done appreciable works which have given life to every characters of the film.

  Pardeshi’s major drawback is its cinematography. Shiva Dhakal’s cinematography is poor. Beautiful scenes Palpa are not captured well. All the shots are normål and don’t add beauty to the visual experience of watching a film. If cinematography was improved, the film would have been a masterpiece. The climax also seems filmy but doesn’t hamper the film.

Book Review

1.     1. Write a book review about any book that you have recently read in about 150 to 200 words.

  Review of Book: Palpasa Café

Title of book: Palpasa Café

Author: Narayan Wagle

Publisher: Nepalaya ( Kathmandu , Nepal)

Publish Year:   2005

Genre: Fiction

Palpasa Café

Narayan Wagle is one of few Nepali journalists I admire I have been an avid reader of his gossip column Coffee Guff which is marked by gift of phrases. I’m also a fan of his graphic reporting specially from remote corners of Nepal. Simplicity, I must say, is the hallmark of Wagle’s writing, But, as I waded through the pages of Wagle’s debut novel Palpasa Cafe, I concluded that it’s just an extended version of Coffee Guff.

Let’s begin from the beginning. The novel starts with a metafictional note. The narrator, a journalist, is waiting for his protagonist to show the manuscript before sending it for printing. But then, Drishya (sight, literally) gets arrested. Chapter One opens in Goa, a perfect place for love, it seems! Here a painter falls in love with his admirer (a US returned, amateur documentary maker), solitary loitering.

Let me take a break from storytelling. In fact, if you have read the novel, you know the story and if you haven’t you don’t want to know, for it spoils your curiosity. Anyway, the story goes, as life goes on. But two things are crucial: how it is told and what the content is. Wagle obviously is a formalist. He prefers form over content. Nevertheless, the story weaves both the complexities of ongoing conflict and its consequences.

But, like the protagonist’s shattered dream of opening Palpasa Café in the idyllic hills, the novel seems promising in the outset while needs up in the maze of it’s own making. Conflict is only the backdrop where an artist searches meaning of his love-life. But despite having an encyclopaedic knowledge of nature and painting, Wagle fails to portray Drishya as an artist. Like Wagle himself, he sounds more like a joumalist; so he is an alter ego of its creator. The novel is oddly replete with female characters (Palpasa, Christina, Phulan, Jemina, gradma etc.) whereas males are not only mysteriously absent but are also nameless and faceless in the narrative.

2.     2. Write a book review about any book that you have recently read in about 150 to 200 words.

  Review of Book: Muna Madan

Title: Muna Madan

Author: Laxmi Prasad Devkota

Publisher: Sajha Prakashan, Kathmandu, Nepal

Publish Year: 2008

Edition: Twenty Fifth Edition

Muna Madan is one of the best creations of Nepali poet, Laxmi Prasad Devkota, popularly acclaimed as “Mahakavi” in Nepali literature. He graduated in Arts in 1930 and in Law in 1933 both from Patna University, India. His early poems were influenced by the English Romantic Movement and his later poems speak with a powerful modern voice. Muna Madan is a folk epic written in poetic version in 1935. This book was among the creations of Devkota which challenged Sanskrit scholars who dominated the Nepalese literary scene. While these scholars determined good poetry as those following the Sanskrit form, Muna Madan was based on the Jhaurey folk tune. This book received recognition from the Ranas at that time.

The book describes the life of a poor society of the rural area of Nepal. Madan, the main and the most important character of the book, represents all the youths of Nepal go to abroad to earn money for their living. Madan is such a character who is compelled to go abroad as he is jobless because of the problems of unemployment and poverty prevalent in his country. The wife of Madan, Muna is the queen of love and sacrifice. She loves her Madan a lot so she is upset as she has to send him to a place, Lhasa, where there are lots of obstacles and risks. But finally she accepts this challenge and stays in the country with her mother-in-law who is old and weak.

Madan goes to Lhasa but his journey is not easy. He faces a lot of obstacles and difficulties during his journey and this is beautifully described in the book. The book has tried to show the ups and downs of life by illustrating the problems of Madan’s life. Life is not that easy and only the one lives a meaningful life who accepts the challenges of life and who never runs away from such challenges. While moving through different countryside areas, Madan catches a deadly disease but his friends don’t help him turning out to be selfish. Finally he is rescued by a man who is considered to be of lower caste in Nepal. That is why it is said that a man is said to be great not by caste or race but by a heart full of love and humanity. After Madan gets rid of the disease, he returns his home but his mother and his beloved wife had already died.

Through the story of Muna and Madan, Laxmi Prasad Devkota wants to stabilize the facts of traditional societies, unscientific beliefs and the negative impacts of unemployment and poverty in Nepalese society. He has shown the love between a mother and a son. The poet has wonderfully defined love by writing about the relationship of Muna and Madan. Because of the combination of all these categories of human life, this book has earned a great successful journey in the Nepali Literature. At the time of his death, Laxmi Prasad Devkota asked to preserve his book, Muna Madan,

3.     Write a book review about any book that you have recently read in about 150 to 200 words.

  Review of book: I Capture the Castle

Title:   I Capture the Castle

Author:   Dodie Smith

Publisher: William Heinemann (UK),McClelland and Stewart (CA), Brown (US)

Publish Year: 1948

Edition: First Edition

Genre: Drama , Romance

Language: English

I Capture the Castle

Dodie Smith’s novel I Capture the Castle is a journey through the mind of a young writer as she attempts to chronicle her daily life. Seventeen-year-old Cassandra Mortmain has recently learned to speed-write, and she decides to work on her writing skills by describing the actions and conversations of those around her.

Cassandra lives in a fourteenth-century English castle with an interesting cast of characters: her beautiful older sister, Rose; her rather unsociable author father and hist second wife, artist-model Topaz; Stephen, the garden boy; a cat and a bull terrier; and sometimes her brother Thomas when he is home from school. One fateful day they make the acquaintance of the Cotton family, including the two sons, and a web of tangled relationships ensues.

  While I definitely recommend this book to other readers, I would recommend it to older teenagers, mainly because it will resonate better with them. The writing is tame enough that younger teens could also read it, but most of the characters are adults or on the verge of adulthood. Older readers would take the most from it since they can not only relate, but they may also better pick up on and appreciate Cassandra’s sometimes subtle humor. Over the course of the novel, Cassandra undergoes a definite transformation from child to mature young adult, even though it’s only over the course of several months. I love that I could see into her mindset and read exactly what she was feeling when she thought out situations. Her thoughts flowed well and moved the book along very quickly. Cassandra’s narrative voice is wonderful. She is serious at times, but also very witty, which makes for an engaging read. It feels absolutely real, as though I’m reading someone’s actual journal. Sometimes I forget that I am reading a story and not a real-life account. Her emotions and the dialogue are so genuine, and they are spot-on for a seventeen-year-old girl in her situation.

  Cassandra has many wonderful insights on life, on topics ranging from writing to faith to matters of the heart. I personally have had some of the same thoughts as Cassandra, except Ms. Smith was able to put them into words.

  Capture the Castle should be essential reading for aspiring writers, those looking for historical fiction or romance, or anyone who loves reading amazing classic books. Dodie Smith is an exceptional writer, and 1 Capture the Castle is a book that will never become out of fashion.

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Preparation

Film review: the hunger games.

Sci-fi adventure, 2012

In the future the USA is a new country called Panem. Every year the Capitol of Panem chooses 12 boys and 12 girls to go on a TV show called The Hunger Games . In this TV show the teenagers have to fight until there is only one person left. Katniss goes on the show and she has to run fast and fight to save her life.

I love the actors in this film. Jennifer Lawrence, Liam Hemsworth and Josh Hutcherson are fantastic as Katniss, Gale and Peeta. My favourite character is Katniss because she is very good at running and fighting. Also, I think that the film is good because it is exactly the same as the book.

I give The Hunger Games five stars, go and watch it soon!

Marta (13 years old, Mexico)

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Film Or Book Review

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Introduction.

A film or book review is a critical analysis that evaluates and articulates the strengths, weaknesses, and overall merit of a film or book, providing insights to help readers make informed decisions about watching or reading. In this article, we will show you the exact steps to ace your first film or book review.

Let’s start by understanding what a film or book review is!

What is a Film or Book Review?

A Film or Book Review is a comprehensive evaluation and analysis of a film or book that goes beyond a mere summary. It involves critically assessing various aspects of the work, including its strengths, weaknesses, themes, characters, plot, cinematography (in the case of a film), writing style (in the case of a book), and overall impact.

The purpose of a review is to provide readers or viewers with insights that help them form an informed opinion about the work and decide whether it’s worth their time and attention.

Movie Review

In a movie review, the critic typically examines elements such as the screenplay, direction, performances, cinematography, editing, sound design, and overall execution of the film. The reviewer may also consider the film’s genre, thematic elements, and how it compares to similar works within its category.

Personal reactions and subjective impressions often play a role, but a well-rounded review should balance personal opinion with an objective evaluation of the film’s artistic and technical merits.

Book Review

Similarly, a book review involves an in-depth analysis of the written work. Critics assess the author’s writing style, character development, plot structure, pacing, and thematic elements.

They may also consider the book’s contribution to its genre, cultural significance, and how it engages with relevant social or historical contexts.

Additionally, a good book review should highlight what sets the work apart and whether it successfully achieves its intended goals.

Structure of a Movie or Book Review

To write a comprehensive and engaging film or book review, follow a structured approach encompassing several key steps.

• Introduction: Begin with a captivating introduction, introducing the title and creator of the work while providing a brief contextual overview.
• Brief Summary: Summarize the plot succinctly, emphasizing key elements to give readers a sense of the storyline without revealing major spoilers.
• Critical Analysis: In the evaluation phase, dissect critical elements based on the medium—scrutinize screenplay, direction, performances, etc., in film reviews, and writing style, character development, etc., in book reviews.
• Personal Reactions: Express personal reactions and highlight noteworthy moments before providing a balanced critical analysis, supporting opinions with specific examples.
• Overall Commentary : Offer a general commentary, state your recommendation, and conclude with a concise summary.
• Conclusion: Sum up your review with a concise conclusion. Also, reiterate key points and leave the reader with a clear understanding of your overall assessment.

(Optionally, if you are a blog post you may want to include a numerical rating for a visual summary and encourage reader engagement through a call to action, fostering discussions or feedback.)

Steps to Write Your Movie or Book Review

Mastering your first review involves grasping the foundations of book and movie critiques. Follow the steps of preparation, outlining, drafting, revising, and meticulous editing to elevate your review to a comprehensive and insightful evaluation.

Here are the steps you need to follow to write a book or film review:

1. Preparation

• Do Some Reading: Before you start writing, you may read an example of this genre of writing. This will help you have an idea of the distinctive features of this genre. For example, you may want to read this movie review: “ The Green Mile “. Alternatively, you may want to read this review of “ The Brothers Karamazov ” by Fyodor Dostoevsky.
• Note-taking: Once familiarized with review samples, select the movie or book you plan to review and carefully document essential plot events, character developments, and any noteworthy themes or impressions that resonate with you.

2. Planning

Facilitate your review planning by completing the following diagram with pertinent information about the book or movie you plan to evaluate.

Once completed, create an outline for your review. Here is a sample structure for reference:

1. Introduction:

• Start with a catchy or informative introduction that includes the title of the film or book and its author or director.
• Provide a brief overview or context for the work.

2. Brief Summary:

• In a few sentences, summarize the plot of the film or book without giving away major spoilers.
• Highlight key elements to give the reader a sense of the storyline.

3. Evaluation of Elements:

• Discuss aspects such as screenplay, direction, performances, cinematography, editing, sound design, and overall execution.
• Address the film’s genre, thematic elements, and how it compares to similar works.
• Analyze the writing style, character development, plot structure, pacing, and thematic elements.
• Consider the book’s contribution to its genre, cultural significance, and engagement with social or historical contexts.

4. Personal Reactions:

• Express your personal reactions and feelings towards the film or book.
• Note any standout moments or elements that particularly resonated with you.

5. Critical Analysis:

• Provide a balanced analysis of both strengths and weaknesses.
• Support your opinions with specific examples from the film or book.
• Address how well the author or director achieves their goals.

6. Overall Commentary:

• Offer a general commentary on the film or book.
• State whether you recommend it to others and why.

7. Conclusion:

• Sum up your review with a concise conclusion.
• Reiterate key points and leave the reader with a clear understanding of your overall assessment.

3. Writing your First Draft

Introduction:

• When writing your first draft, begin with a comprehensive introduction that includes the title and author of the book or, if it’s a film, mention the director or actors involved. This sets the stage for a well-informed review.
• Moving on to the body of your draft, succinctly summarize the plot in a few sentences, providing enough detail to offer context without revealing major spoilers.
• Proceed to mention the setting, mentioning the place and time in which the plot unfolds.
• Share insights about the main characters, offering a glimpse into their roles and significance within the narrative.
• Additionally, provide commentary on the overall content, delving into themes, messages, or unique aspects that stood out to you.

Conclusion:

• Transitioning to the conclusion, offer a thoughtful commentary on the book or film. Clearly communicate whether you liked or disliked it, and articulate the reasons behind your sentiment.
• Analyze the author’s style or the film’s direction, addressing elements like its level of interest or potential boredom.
• Finally, express whether you would recommend the book or film to others, wrapping up your comprehensive review draft.

Here are some prompts to help write your first draft:

• Give the title and author of the book. If you’re reviewing a film mention the director or actors.
• 1. Summarize the plot in a few sentences.
• 2. Mention the setting: the place and time of the plot.
• 3. Say something about the main characters.
• 4. Say something about the content.
• 1. Comment on the book or film.
• 2. Let others know whether or not you liked the book/film.
• 3. Why do you like it? Why don’t you like it?
• 4. Is the author’s style good or bad, is the book/film interesting or boring, etc?
• 5. Do you want to recommend the book/film?

4. Revising and Editing

After writing the first draft of the review, it is high time for revising and editing it.

• Revising: In the revising phase, evaluate the overall structure and coherence of your work. This involves assessing the logical flow of ideas, ensuring a cohesive structure, and confirming that the central message is effectively conveyed. You may make significant changes to improve the overall flow and strengthen the core theme or argument, ensuring alignment with the intended purpose and audience.
• Editing: Following revision, the editing phase focuses on refining the finer details. It entails a meticulous review of grammar, punctuation, spelling, and sentence structure. The goal is to enhance clarity and correctness, addressing issues such as awkward phrasing, redundancy, and proper language conventions. Editing transforms the draft into a polished and professional piece, ready for presentation.

Useful Expressions for Movie or Book Reviews

Title, author / director, actors.

• The film is directed by…
• The film is produced by…
• It is starred by…
• The book is written by …
• The action takes place in … (setting)
• The action of the film is set in…
• The story takes place in…

Characters and Plot

• The main characters are…
• The story is about…
• The novel tells the story of…
• In the course of the novel, the action develops dramatically.
• The novel/film begins with…
• The novel has an unexpected ending.
• The end of… is…
• I am impressed by
• The book is terribly/beautifully written
• The film is terrible/exciting.
• What surprised me is…
• What I liked is…
• What I didn’t like is…
• I liked/didn’t like the film/novel because…

In conclusion, a film or book review serves as a discerning analysis, exploring the strengths, weaknesses, and overall worth of the work. It serves as a guiding beacon for readers, aiding them in making informed choices about investing their time in watching or reading.

The key to mastering your inaugural review lies in understanding the structure of book and movie reviews. By diligently following the steps encompassing preparation, outlining, drafting, revising, and meticulous editing, you can elevate your review to a comprehensive and insightful evaluation.

This approach ensures that your critique not only captures the essence of the work but also provides valuable perspectives that resonate with your audience, fostering a deeper appreciation for the art of storytelling.

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Film reviews

This lesson is for teenagers or young adults with a language level of A2-B2 and focuses on discussing and writing film reviews.

Introduction : 

In this lesson learners will revise some film review vocabulary through pair-work discussions. They they will write their own film review after analysing a model. Then they will read each other’s reviews and have a class vote about which film looks most interesting.

Topic : Films 

• To encourage students to join in a discussion
• To develop students’ writing skills
• To train learners to spend time planning before they write.

Age group : Teenagers and young adults

Level : A2 - B2

Time : 60 minutes +

Materials :

• Teacher's notes
• Film review worksheet

The plan and worksheet are downloadable in  pdf  format - right click on the attachment and save it on your computer.

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How to write a film review

Writing a review is an option in many different English language exams, and films are such an obvious choice for reviews, so knowing how to write a film review is pretty important. It’s a great topic for the classroom too. Everyone watches films and there is a lot of opportunity to teach vocabulary, either film-related vocabulary or film review adjectives. I like to start off a class about films with some chat, or my personal favourite, the Movie Music Quiz , which also now has an excellent Movie Picture Quiz version too.

The structure of a film review

Like any writing task, it’s essential to know the structure of a film review before you start writing. A basic film review template shows you how to write a film review using a simple structure. Film reviews for First (FCE) and Advanced (CAE) Cambridge exams, as well as Trinity ISE exams, should all use a 4 paragraph structure. Another thing to remember is that your review should always have a title, and that title should include the name of the film.

• Introduction – Essential details and mini-summary
• Summary – A description of the film and some important details
• Analysis – An evaluation of different elements
• Conclusion – Your opinion and a recommendation

Introduction

In the introduction of a film review, it is crucial to mention the film title and the names of the director and the main actors. A brief summary of the film’s plot and background information can also be included, but it should not give away too much detail. The introduction should engage the reader and entice them to continue reading the review. Additionally, it is important to mention the genre and target audience of the film, which will give the reader an idea of what to expect.

In the summary section, the film review should give a comprehensive but concise description of the film, focusing on the plot, characters, and any significant events. The summary should be written in a way that does not give away the ending or spoil the film for the reader. It is important to maintain objectivity and not include personal opinions in this section. This section should provide enough detail for the reader to have a clear understanding of the film without giving too much away.

The analysis section is where the reviewer can showcase their critical skills and provide an in-depth evaluation of the film. The review should examine various elements of the film such as the script, direction, cinematography, acting, and special effects. You could also make a comparison to similar films in the same genre. The analysis should be written in an objective style with the opinion only showing through the language used.

In the conclusion, the reviewer should give their personal opinion of the film, summarising their thoughts on its strengths and weaknesses. They should also consider the target audience and whether they believe the film will appeal to them. Finally, the reviewer should provide a clear recommendation. The conclusion should be concise, leaving the reader with a clear understanding of the reviewer’s overall opinion of the film.

Using adjectives in reviews

Reviews are a great way to show off your language with impressive adjectives. If you read a film review in a newspaper or magazine, you’ll notice that the reviewer rarely, if ever, gives an explicit direct opinion. However, their opinion of the film is always crystal clear. This is through the use of adjectives.

Many adjectives have a clear connotation. They are either perceived as positive or negative. Compare these two examples. Which one is a positive description and which is negative?

• It’s a first-rate experience with an imaginative plot and a star-studded cast.
• The second-rate writing combined with weak performances is typical of this director’s work.

When using adjectives in a film review, it is important to choose words that accurately convey the reviewer’s opinion. Adjectives with strong connotations, either positive or negative, can be very effective in expressing the reviewer’s thoughts about the film. However, it is also important to use a variety of adjectives to avoid repetition and keep the review interesting. The use of adjectives can also help to paint a picture of the film, allowing the reader to get a sense of its atmosphere and tone.

The materials

Many exams, such as the Cambridge First (FCE) and Advanced (CAE) exams, as well as Trinity ISE exams, require students to write a film review as part of their writing task. These materials will provide students with a solid understanding of the structure of a film review and help them to develop their writing skills. This will give them the confidence they need to write a review that meets the requirements of the exam and impresses the examiner.

The materials will help you learn how to write an introduction, summary, analysis, and conclusion of a film review. You will also see a range of useful adjectives that you can use to express your opinions in their reviews. Finally, you will get an opportunity to practise writing film reviews, which will help you to develop your skills. Then you can check your answers with the samples provided in the answer key. Whether you’re preparing for an exam or just looking to improve your writing skills, these materials will provide you with everything you need to write a great film review.

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Interesting and useful material to be used in class. thanks!

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