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83 Writing a film review Read the information below. What other expressions can you think of for each part of a review? STRATEGIES + WRITING 22 Study paragraphs A and B below. 1 Can you guess the films that are being reviewed? 2 Which one is clearly a positive recommendation? Find the positive and negative expressions that might help you to write a recommendation yourself. 23 How to write a film review Useful expressions Give your review a title. Take the title of your film or include the film title in a (provocative) question or statement. … makes for year’s best/worst film. … – don’t bother! … – the film that leaves you with a smile/mixed feelings. Let the reader know whether you are recommending the film or not – right from the beginning. If you want to give yourself a real treat, you should watch …; Watching … is a waste of time. Give some general information about the film.  Outline the plot briefly, don’t write a long summary, don’t include any spoilers.  Comment on the director or the lead role, or simply say where the film was shot, when it was released, etc. director, star, starring, lead role, actor/actress, main character, cast; The film is set in …; The film is based on the book …; The action takes place in …; … was produced by…; The scenes were shot in …; It’s a remake of …; It’s a sequel/prequel to …; … was nominated for an Oscar … Give your opinion on the film.  Say clearly what you liked or disliked. Give examples, explain what made the film special.  Support your opinion with good reasons.  Use descriptive adjectives to make your opinion more convincing. I was (pleasantly) surprised/disappointed by/with …; The only negative thing I would say is …; The plot is exciting/unusual/gripping/unconvincing/remarkable/ unpredictable/unique/highly entertaining; The special effects are breathtaking/amazing/realistic; The scenes are spectacular; The dialogue is excellent/ weak …; The soundtrack is moving/dull/lively … Make a clear recommendation for people who might want to watch the film. I would definitely (not) recommend seeing …; If you get the chance to see it, …; The film speaks to people of all ages/is especially suited for…; All things considered, I’d recommend …; It’s a must for anyone interested in … Otherwise, this is a pacy, witty film that creatively expands the story world while still keeping the fans happy. It has an emotional resonance 1 – heightened 2 by Carrie Fisher’s last turn as Leia – and even asks a few questions about who really benefits from war. Well worth seeing, hype and all. If you remember the story – and many people will have seen at least one previous version – this doesn’t have much new to offer beyond nice cinematography. The sheer size of the cast means that the top-notch actors don’t really get to exercise their talents, and it’s lacking in suspense. An attempt to give Hercule some emotional backstory also doesn’t really work. Still, it’s pleasant enough family viewing. Especially if the more aged family members have lost this particular plot. A B  1  to have an emotional resonance: (starke) Gefühle hervorrufen  2  to heighten sth.: etw. verstärken Nur zu Prüfzwecken – Eigentum des Verlags öbv