Describe a movie you watched recently
Suggested ideas for each part
- When and where you watched it: 🎬 Last weekend at the cinema / 🍿 At home on Netflix
- Who you watched it with: 👩👩👦👦 With family / 👭 With friends / 🏡 Alone
- What it was about: 🤖 A sci-fi adventure / 🎭 An emotional drama / 🏹 An action-packed thriller
- Why you chose to watch it: ⭐ Highly rated / 🎥 Favorite actor/director / 📖 Based on a book I love
Useful grammar structures
- Past simple: Last Sunday, I went to the cinema to watch a new movie.
- Past continuous: While I was watching, I felt completely immersed in the story.
- Present perfect: I have never seen such an inspiring movie before.
- Comparisons: This movie was far more exciting than I expected.
- Conditional sentence (Type 2): If I hadn’t watched this movie, I would have missed a masterpiece.
Collocations
- Blockbuster movie 🎥 (bộ phim bom tấn)
- Captivating storyline 📖 (cốt truyện hấp dẫn)
- Critically acclaimed 🌟 (được giới phê bình khen ngợi)
- Breathtaking visuals 🎨 (hình ảnh đẹp ngoạn mục)
- Unexpected plot twist 🔄 (tình tiết bất ngờ)
- Emotional rollercoaster 🎭 (cảm xúc thăng trầm)
- Outstanding performance 🌟 (diễn xuất xuất sắc)
Full spoken sample (about 2 minutes)
Last weekend, I watched a blockbuster movie 🎥 called “Interstellar” at home. It’s a sci-fi film directed by Christopher Nolan, and I had been meaning to watch it for ages. Since I finally had some free time, I decided to give it a go.
I watched it alone 🏡 because I wanted to focus on the movie without any distractions. However, I later recommended it to my friends because it was just too good to miss!
The movie is about a group of astronauts who embark on a journey through space to find a new habitable planet for humanity. What made it truly fascinating was its captivating storyline 📖 and deep philosophical themes about time, love, and survival. There were also many unexpected plot twists 🔄 that kept me on the edge of my seat. The film’s breathtaking visuals 🎨 and special effects made the experience even more immersive.
I chose to watch this movie because I had heard that it was critically acclaimed 🌟 and one of the best sci-fi films ever made. Plus, I’m a huge fan of Christopher Nolan’s work, so I knew I wouldn’t be disappointed. As expected, the outstanding performance 🌟 of the actors, especially Matthew McConaughey, made the story even more powerful.
By the end of the movie, I felt like I had just been on an emotional rollercoaster 🎭. It was thought-provoking, visually stunning, and truly unforgettable. If I hadn’t watched it, I would have missed an incredible cinematic experience. I would highly recommend it to anyone who enjoys sci-fi or deep, meaningful films.
Part 3: Discussion Questions
1. What kinds of movies do you think are successful in your country?
Ideas
- 🤣 Comedy films (light-hearted and entertaining)
- 🎭 Romantic dramas (emotional and relatable)
- 🏹 Action movies (thrilling and full of special effects)
Collocations
- Box-office hit 💰 (phim ăn khách tại rạp)
- Engaging storyline 🎬 (cốt truyện cuốn hút)
- Relatable characters 👥 (nhân vật dễ đồng cảm)
Sample answer
In Vietnam, box-office hits 💰 are usually comedy films 🤣 and romantic dramas 🎭. Vietnamese audiences love movies that have an engaging storyline 🎬 and relatable characters 👥. Action movies are also quite popular, especially those with stunning visuals and thrilling fight scenes.
2. Do Vietnamese people prefer to watch domestic movies or foreign movies?
Ideas
- 📽️ Many young people prefer Hollywood movies for better production quality
- 🇻🇳 However, local films resonate more with Vietnamese culture
- 🍿 Streaming services make foreign movies more accessible
Collocations
- High production value 🎥 (giá trị sản xuất cao)
- Cultural relevance 🎭 (sự gần gũi về văn hóa)
- Growing popularity 📈 (sự phổ biến ngày càng tăng)
Sample answer
Vietnamese people enjoy both domestic and foreign movies. Hollywood films are preferred because of their high production value 🎥 and advanced special effects. However, local movies are also popular due to their cultural relevance 🎭 and ability to depict familiar lifestyles. Thanks to streaming platforms, the growing popularity 📈 of foreign films is undeniable.
3. Do you think only well-known directors can create the best movies?
Ideas
- 🎥 Famous directors have experience and big budgets
- 🎬 However, many indie films by new directors are highly creative
- 📽️ Success depends on storytelling, not just the director’s fame
Collocations
- Renowned filmmaker 🎞️ (nhà làm phim nổi tiếng)
- Cinematic masterpiece 🌟 (kiệt tác điện ảnh)
- Innovative storytelling 📖 (cách kể chuyện sáng tạo)
Sample answer
Not necessarily! While renowned filmmakers 🎞️ have the resources to create cinematic masterpieces 🌟, many indie directors also produce amazing films. What truly matters is innovative storytelling 📖 and creativity rather than just fame.
4. Why do many movies starring famous actors or actresses fail to achieve good results?
Ideas
- 🤷 Famous actors don’t guarantee a good script
- 🎬 Some movies focus too much on star power instead of storytelling
- 🤦 High expectations can lead to disappointment
Collocations
- Star-studded cast 🌟 (dàn diễn viên nổi tiếng)
- Lackluster script 📜 (kịch bản nhạt nhòa)
- Overhyped movie 📣 (bộ phim bị thổi phồng quá mức)
Sample answer
Sometimes, even with a star-studded cast 🌟, a film can fail due to a lackluster script 📜 or poor direction. Many movies are overhyped 📣, raising expectations too high, which leads to disappointment.
5. Why do people prefer to watch movies in the cinema?
Ideas
- 🍿 Better sound and visuals create an immersive experience
- 🎭 Watching with others makes it more enjoyable
- 🏡 Some movies are best experienced on the big screen
Collocations
- State-of-the-art sound system 🎵 (hệ thống âm thanh hiện đại)
- Cinematic experience 🎥 (trải nghiệm điện ảnh)
- Larger-than-life visuals 🎞️ (hình ảnh hoành tráng)
Sample answer
People love the cinema because of the state-of-the-art sound system 🎵 and larger-than-life visuals 🎞️. Watching a movie in a theater provides a true cinematic experience 🎥 that can’t be replicated at home.