(共22张PPT)
年 级:高 一 学 科:英语(译林版)
Reading
Lights, camera, action!
How can we write a film review
Discuss the film with the following questions and expressions in pairs.
1. What is the film you are going to review
2. What type of film is it
3. Who are the director and the main actors
4. When and where is the film set
5. What is the storyline of the film
Discuss the film with the following questions and expressions in pairs.
6. What is your opinion of the film
(Consider the storyline, acting, characters,
music and special effects.)
7. Who do you think would like the film
Adjectives
amazing
vivid
exciting
breathtaking
unbelievable
touching
impressive
original
enjoyable
funny
Expressions
I felt inspired/excited after watching …
I was especially pleased with …
It’s really a masterpiece.
… appealed to me because …
A good movie
Adjectives
terrible
boring
unoriginal
disappointing
unconvincing
dull
Expressions
I felt frightened after
watching ...
I was really confused
about the plot of …
I was absolutely fed up
with …
I couldn’t stand …
I wasn’t happy about ...
… didn’t appeal to me
because …
A terrible movie
Despicable Me 3 is a successful movie which gains a lot of popularity.
An example
A: I felt pleased after watching Despicable Me 3. It’s full of fun and energy. The directors Pierre Coffin and Kyle Balda did a great job.
B: Their style appealed to me too because they included some serious but tender
moments like Gru’s relationship with his daughters. The storyline also flows
smoothly because it takes place shortly after the end of Despicable Me 2.
A: I think Steve Carell’s voice acting is impressive. He plays both roles for Gru and Dru, Gru’s long-lost brother. Kristen Wiig is Gru’s wife Lucy and together they add humour to the problems they face.
B: You’re right! The evil villain tries to steal a big diamond and gets the husband-wife team kicked out of the Anti-Villain League. I couldn’t stand him, but his 1980s music was interesting.
A: Trey Parker plays him perfectly. The minions are my favourite. At first I was
confused about their role in the film and with their language, but their adventures made me laugh so much.
B: I don’t usually watch animated comedy films, but the exciting plot and great animation work make it a film for all ages to enjoy!
The structure of a film review
Director, main actors, awards
Setting, main characters, plot
Sound effects, lighting, setting, music, dialogue, special effects, props, costumes, storyline, acting, characters …
Whether you recommend the film, who are most likely to enjoy it
Part 1
Part 4
Part 3
Part 2
It is directed/produced by ...
It stars … as …
The leading role is played by ...
It won an Oscar for Best Picture/Costume Design.
The actor won an Oscar for Best Actor in a Leading/Supporting Role.
Useful expressions to give basic information
It is set in the 1920s/during the ...
It is based on a story/play/book by ...
It tells the story of ...
It touches upon the problem of ...
After a series of unbelievable coincidences ...
It reaches a breathtaking climax when ...
Useful expressions to introduce the storyline
The scenery is often breathtaking with wonderful cinematography.
The film is magnificent/unconvincing.
The film does have its drawbacks.
All things considered, this is a real masterpiece.
The film speaks to people of all ages.
The film is a must-see.
It is bound to be a box-office hit.
Useful expressions to show opinion
I highly/thoroughly/strongly recommend this film.
I really adore this film.
It is certainly at the top of my list of good films.
Fans of ... will no doubt be trilled by this.
If you enjoy ..., you will love the film.
On the whole, I wouldn’t recommend it because/in view of the fact that ...
Useful expressions to make recommendations
1. The film review needs to contain necessary parts and all the opinions should be supported by enough evidence.
2. Check your writings and exchange drafts with your partners for peer review.
Writing
1. Have I followed the suggestions for paragraphs
2. Have I used the useful expressions we learned today
3. Have I added examples to support my opinions
4. Have I included a variety of linking words
5. Have I written it using the present tense
Self-review
1. Is the punctuation used properly
2. Are there any mistakes in spelling and grammar
3. Are there any beautiful words and diverse sentences
4. Is the writing in the right style
5. Does the writing follow the right structure
6. Are there any linking words to develop the writing logically
7. Are the opinions convincing enough
Peer review
Homework
Polish up your film review and write it on your exercise book.
Thank you
for your listening!