Vocabulary for IELTS Academic (Band 5) - Film and Theatre

Here, you will learn some English words related to Film and Theatre that are necessary for the Basic Academic IELTS exam.

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documentary [noun]

a movie or TV program based on true stories giving facts about a particular person or event

Ex: The documentary series on Netflix explores different aspects of science .

credit [noun]

(plural) a list of names at the start or end of a TV program or movie acknowledging the people involved in its production

Ex:

season [noun]

a set of TV programs that are related

Ex: Binge-watching an entire season in one weekend is her guilty pleasure .

episode [noun]

one part of a series of a radio or TV show

Ex: Each episode of the documentary series explores a different aspect of wildlife conservation , shedding light on the efforts to protect endangered species .

series [noun]

a set of regularly aired television or radio programs related to the same subject

Ex: This new cooking series focuses on recipes from different cultures .

clip [noun]

a short part of a movie or broadcast that is viewed separately

Ex: The news program included a clip of the interview with the celebrity .

monologue [noun]

an extended speech delivered by an actor within a play or film

Ex: The actress received a standing ovation for her moving monologue in the third act of the play .

script [noun]

a written text that a movie, show, or play is based on

Ex: She worked with the director to revise the script before filming began .

scene [noun]

a part of a movie, play or book in which the action happens in one place or is of one particular type

Ex: The opening scene of the movie was shot in Paris .

trailer [noun]

a selection from different parts of a movie, TV series, games, etc. shown before they become available to the public

Ex: After watching the trailer , she could n't wait to see the film and learn more about the intriguing storyline .

subtitle [noun]

transcribed or translated words of the narrative or dialogues of a movie or TV show, appearing at the bottom of the screen to help deaf people or those who do not understand the language

Ex: The DVD includes subtitles in multiple languages for international audiences .

animation [noun]

a movie in which animated characters move

Ex: Some animations appeal to both children and adults , with clever humor and deeper themes woven into the story .

cast [noun]

all the actors and actresses in a movie, play, etc.

Ex: A talented cast can make even a simple story compelling .

resolution [noun]

the quality and clarity of an image or video display

Ex: The low resolution of the old video made faces blurry .

background [noun]

the part of a photograph, etc. that is situated behind the main figures, etc.

Ex: The artist painted a detailed background to complement the central figures in the portrait .

dialogue [noun]

a written or spoken line that is spoken by a character in a play, movie, book, or other work of fiction

Ex: The play 's dialogue was both witty and thought-provoking .

character [noun]

a role or part played by an actor, performer, voice actor, etc.

Ex: The actor playing the character of Hamlet received critical acclaim for his performance .

plot [noun]

the events that are crucial to the formation and continuity of a story in a movie, play, novel, etc.

Ex: She explained the plot of the play , highlighting the main conflicts and resolutions .

setting [noun]

the time and place in which the story of a movie, play, etc. is taking place

Ex: The novel 's setting includes various locations in Italy during World War II .

hero [noun]

the main male character in a story, book, movie, etc., often known for his bravery and other great qualities

Ex: The hero of the movie was a courageous firefighter .

producer [noun]

a person who deals with supervisory tasks or financial affairs in making a motion picture, play, etc.

Ex: The producer 's role is crucial in coordinating the various elements of the play .

shot [noun]

an independent sequence of a motion picture or TV program that is recorded by one camera without any interruption

Ex: The opening shot of the movie set the tone for the entire story , drawing viewers in with its stunning visuals and haunting music .

shooting [noun]

the action or process of recording the scenes of a motion picture or taking a photograph

Ex: The shooting for the documentary will begin next week in the Amazon .

role [noun]

the part or character that an actor plays in a movie or play

Ex: I auditioned for a small role in the school drama .

soundtrack [noun]

the recorded sounds, speeches, or music of a movie, play, or musical

Ex: The soundtrack includes several original songs written specifically for the movie .

teaser [noun]

a short preview of a movie that aims to grab the attention of the audience

Ex: The studio released a teaser trailer months before the full preview .

act [noun]

a main part of a play, opera, or ballet

Ex: The final act of the ballet featured an impressive display of choreography .

chorus [noun]

a group of dancers and singers who perform in a musical show, typically providing supporting or background roles and enhancing the main performance

Ex: During the concert , the chorus helped to create a grand , full-sounding performance .

backstage [noun]

the part of the theater where performers, crew, and staff work away from the audience's sight

Ex: The backstage was buzzing with activity as the crew set up the stage .

Vocabulary for IELTS Academic (Band 5)
Size and Scale	Dimensions	Weight and Steadiness	Increase in Amount
Decrease in Amount	High Intensity	Low Intensity	Space and Area
Shapes	Speed	Significance	Influence and Strength
Uniqueness	Complexity	Value	Quality
Challenges	Wealth and Success	Poverty and Failure	Appearance
Age	Body Shape	Wellness	Textures
Intelligence	Positive Human Traits	Negative Human Traits	Moral Traits
Emotional Responses	Emotional States	Social Behaviours	Tastes and Smells
Sounds	Temperature	Probability	Relational Actions
Body Language and Gestures	Postures and Positions	Opinions	Thoughts and Decisions
Knowledge and Information	Encouragement and Discouragement	Request and Suggestion	Regret and Sadness
Respect and Approval	Attempt and Prevention	Physical Actions and Reactions	Movements
Commanding and Giving Permissions	Engaging in Verbal Communication	Understanding and Learning	Perceiving The Senses
Resting and Relaxing	Touching and Holding	Eating and Drinking	Preparing Food
Changing and Forming	Organising and Collecting	Creating and Producing	Science
Education	Research	Astronomoy	Physics
Biology	Chemistry	Geology	Psychology
Mathematics	Graphs and Figures	Geometry	Environment
Energy and Power	Landscapes and Geography	Technology	Computer
Internet	Manufacture and Industry	History	Religion
Culture and Custom	Language and Grammar	Arts	Music
Film and Theatre	Literature	Architecture	Marketing
Finance	Management	Medicine	Sickness and Symptoms
Law	Crime	Punishment	Politics
War	Measurement	Positive Emotions	Negative Emotions
Animals	Weather	Food and Drinks	Travel and Tourism
Pollution	Migration	Disasters	Materials
Adverbs of Manner	Adverbs of Comment	Adverbs of Certainty	Adverbs of Frequency
Adverbs of Time	Adverbs of Place	Adverbs of Degree	Adverbs of Emphasis
Adverbs of Purpose and Intention	Conjunctive Adverbs