Unit 08. Films. Lesson 6. Skills 2

English 7
UNIT 8 . FILMS

PERIOD 66: SKILLS 2
Welcome to our class
Warm up:
Tell about your favourite actors / actresses.
Who is your favourite actor / actress ?
2. What does he / she look like ?
3. What are his / her successful films ?
4. What awards / prizes has he / she won ?
5. What do critics say about him /her ?
Aspect (n) : khía cạnh
Award (n) : giải thưởng
Actor (n) : nam diễn viên
Actress (n) : nữ diễn viên
Soldier (n) : người lính
- Lawyer (n) : luật sư
Vocabulary.
Activity 1 : Nick and his father are talking about Tom Hanks a Hollywood film star. Listen to their conversation and correct the following statements.
Tom Hanks is Nick’s favourite film star

Tom Hanks is a handsome actor .

Tom Hanks has won three Oscars
Tom Hanks is Nick’s father’ favourite film star.
Tom Hanks is not a handsome actor .
Tom Hanks has won two Oscar.
A. LISTENING:
Activity 2 :Listen again .Answer the questions below
Which Oscar has Tom Hanks won twice?

What do critics say about Tom Hanks ? .

What role does Tom Hanks play in Saving Private?

Why does Nick’ father recommend You’ve Got
Mail to Nick ?
 He has won the Oscar for Best Actor twice.
 They say, he is one of the best actors in Hollywood.
He plays the role of a soldier in Saving Private Ryan.
 Because it is one of the best comedies in the 1990.
Audio script
Nick: Who is your favourite film star, Dad?
Dad: Tom Hanks, of course.
Nick: Tom Hanks? Who is he?
Dad: He is one of the most famous and richest actors in Hollywood.
Nick: Really? Has he won any awards?
Dad: Yes, he has won the Oscar for Best Actor twice.
Nick: Two Oscars? Amazing! He must be very handsome!
Dad: No, he isn’t. He isn’t an attractive actor, compared to other actors in Hollywood. However, most critics say that he is one of the best actors.
Nick: What kind of roles does he often play?
Dad: He often plays serious roles such as a soldier in Saving Private Ryan, or a lawyer who has AIDS in Philadelphia. He also appears in many other entertaining films such as Bachelor Party, The Man With One Red Shoe, etc.
Nick: Can you recommend one of his best films?
Dad: Of course, You’ve Got Mail. It’s one of the biggest comedies of the 1990s.
Activity 3 : Use the outline to write a review of your favourite film
1. Name of film , type of film and actors or director
2. The plot: What happens in the film ? How is the film ? ( gripping / moving /hilarious) What about the ending ?
3. Other aspects of the film , the acting ,the music , the special effects , the visuals etc.
4. Critic’s reviews, your overall opinion .
A. WRITING:
Name of film , type of film and actors or director.


2. The plot: What happens in the film ? How is the film ? ( gripping / moving /hilarious) What about the ending ?
- Forrest Grump. - Romantic comedy. - Tom Hanks.
It’s about the life of a stupid ugly man, Forrest and his love for a neighbor girl, Jenny. The film is moving and halirious. The ending is happy because they have good life and a son.
3. Other aspects of the film , the acting ,the music , the special effects , the visuals etc.



4. Critic’s reviews, your overall opinion .
The acting of two characters is very good. The music is interesting suitable for film content. The visuals are beautiful with scenery of countryside, crowded cities in USA.
Critics said that the film is the best film with moving scenes and meaningful messages.
I think that the film is so wonderful from actors, actresses to visual, music.
Suggest writing
I really like the film Forrest Grump. It is a romantic comedy with the acting of Tom Hanks.
It’s about the life of a stupid ugly man, Forrest and his love for a neighbor girl, Jenny. The film is moving and halirious. The ending is happy because they have good life and a son.
The acting of two characters is very good. The music is interesting suitable for film content. The visuals are beautiful with scenery of countryside, crowded cities in USA.
Critics said that the film is the best film with moving scenes and meaningful messages.
I think that the film is so wonderful from actors, actresses to visual, music.
Read again Nick’ blog
Titanic is a romantic film ,which was directed by James Cameron .How ever ,it’s also about a disaster .It tars LeonardoDiCaprio and Kate Winslet.
The film is about the sinking of the ship Titanic on its first voyage The main characters are Jack Dawson and Rose DeWitt Bukater. Jack saves Rose from killing herself during the journeyon board the ship .Although they are from different social classes , and Rose is already engaged , they fall in love . The film has a sad ending : the Titanic sinks and more than a thousand people die in the disaster including Jack
Critics say it is a must-see .I agree , because the story is moving and the acting is excellent .The special effects , visuals and music are also incredible .
Titanic is a very sad fil .Nevertheless , many people really love it .Go and see it if you can .
Act 4:
My favorite film is Dragon Ball super. It was a cartoon. It was directed by Kimitoshi Chioka, a director in Japan. Dragon Ball is a cartoon super fun and no less dramatic. first in every battle in the film there are many monsters want to get revenge on the Earth and Goku. it`s very interesting, fascinating and fun. excellent picture, nice, sharp detail. nice effects. general opinion of critics: nice and pulls the viewer more interested wrap. People can learn more about Dragon Ball Super.
HOMEWORK
Learn by heart new words.
Write a review of your favourite film.
Be ready for Looking Back + Project