1、Unit 1 Lights, camera, action! Integrated skills (II) What type of film is it? What elements do you think make the film successful? Do you like the film? Why or why not? Have a free talk Discussion What is the film you are going to review? What type of film is it? Who are the director and the main a
2、ctors? When and where is the film set? What is the storyline of the film? What is your opinion of the film? (Consider the storyline, acting, characters, music and special effects.) Who do you think would like the film? Useful words and expressions Adjectives amazing vivid exciting breathtaking unbel
3、ievable touching impressive original enjoyable funny Expressions I felt inspired/excited after watching I was especially pleased with Its really a masterpiece. appealed to me because Adjectives terrible boring unoriginal disappointing unconvincing dull Adjectives I felt frightened after watching . I
4、 was really confused about the plot of I was absolutely fed up with I couldnt stand I wasnt happy about . didnt appeal to me because Useful words and expressions Title Basic information about the film A brief summary of the storyline Your opinion of the film Conclusion and recommendation The structu
5、re of a film review Director, main actors, awards, version 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 It is directed/produced by . It
6、 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
7、. 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 drawbac
8、ks. 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 li
9、st of good films. Fans of . will no doubt be trilled by this. If you enjoy ., you will love the film. On the whole, I wouldnt recommend it because/in view of the fact that . Useful expressions to make recommendations Introducing the plot one day, firstly, then, after that Contrasting ideas despite,
10、although, but, even if/though, though, while, unlike Adding information moreover, also, too, besides, furthermore, apart from, as well as Giving reasons due to, as a result of, owing to, because of, because, since, as, for Giving examples especially, like, such as, for instance Concluding in a word,
11、 in summary, to sum up, in conclusion, to conclude, all in all Linking words The film review needs to contain necessary parts and all the opinions should be supported by enough evidence. Writing 1. Have I followed the suggestions for paragraphs? 2. Have I used the useful expressions we learned today
12、? 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 Polish your writing! Homework
