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Vocabulary for IELTS Academic (Band 6-7) - Film and Theatre

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

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Vocabulary for Academic IELTS (6-7)
to audition

to give a short performance in order to get a role in a movie, play, show, etc.

Ex: She auditioned for the lead role in the play. 
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adaptation

a movie, TV program, etc. that is based on a book or play

Ex: The film adaptation of the bestselling novel stayed true to the book's plot and characters. 
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spoiler alert

a warning given before the important plot points of a movie, book, game, etc. are revealed

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spoiler
spoiler
[noun]

unwanted information about how the plot of a movie, game, book, etc. develops or ends that can ruin one's enjoyment

Ex: He accidentally gave away a spoiler about the ending of the movie. 
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dubbing
dubbing
[noun]

the process of replacing original recorded dialogue or sound with a new version, usually in a different language or for technical reasons, in film and video production

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premiere
premiere
[noun]

the first public screening or performance of a movie or play

Ex: The red carpet was rolled out for the premiere of the highly anticipated blockbuster movie. 
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sequel
sequel
[noun]

a book, movie, play, etc. that continues and extends the story of an earlier one

Ex: The highly anticipated sequel to the bestselling novel was released to critical acclaim. 
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trilogy
trilogy
[noun]

a set of three movies, books, etc. that are related or have the same characters

Ex: The trilogy consisted of three interconnected novels, each building upon the events of the previous installment. 
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blooper
blooper
[noun]

a humorous or embarrassing mistake, often made during filming, recording, or live performance

Ex: The blooper reel from the movie had the audience laughing at all the funny mistakes. 
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montage
montage
[noun]

a technique or process of selecting, editing, and pasting separate footage in order to create a motion picture

Ex: The filmmaker used a montage to depict the protagonist's journey through different cities. 
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reel
reel
[noun]

a circular item around which film is wound

Ex: The film technician carefully loaded the reel with the latest movie release, preparing it for screening at the cinema. 
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prequel
prequel
[noun]

‌a novel, motion picture, etc. that depicts the events and stories taking place before the events of an earlier work

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spin-off
spin-off
[noun]

production of something new based on a successful movie or TV show

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voice over

spoken descriptions given in a movie or a television show, etc. by a narrator that is not seen by the audience

Ex: The documentary featured a deep, soothing voice-over. 
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green screen

a backdrop used in video and film production that can be digitally replaced with any background during post-production

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footage
footage
[noun]

the raw material that is filmed by a video or movie camera

Ex: The security footage helped identify the thief. 
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box office

the place where tickets for admission to an event are sold

Ex: The theater's box office opens an hour before the show. 
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slasher
slasher
[noun]

a horror movie in which characters are brutalized and murdered by an unknown person

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sitcom
sitcom
[noun]

a humorous show on television or radio with the same characters being involved with numerous funny situations in different episodes

Ex: They spent the evening watching their favorite sitcom, laughing at every joke. 
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black comedy

a genre of comedy that uses topics and situations that are usually considered taboo or tragic, such as death, disease, war, and crime, to create humor

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melodrama
melodrama
[noun]

a dramatic genre characterized by exaggerated emotions, intense conflicts, etc., often trying to create strong emotional reactions in the audience

Ex: The movie descended into melodrama in the final act, with characters delivering over-the-top speeches and indulging in exaggerated emotional outbursts. 
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Hollywood
Hollywood
[noun]

the American film industry, involving celebrities, its lifestyle, etc. as a whole

Ex: Hollywood has a significant influence on global culture. 
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Bollywood
Bollywood
[noun]

the film industry of India, based in the city of Mumbai

Ex: Bollywood is known for its vibrant dance sequences, melodious music, and larger-than-life storytelling. 
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Nollywood
Nollywood
[noun]

a colloquial term used to describe the Nigerian film industry, known for producing movies that are typically low-budget, direct-to-video, and predominantly in English, Yoruba, Igbo, and Hausa languages

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screening
screening
[noun]

a showing of a movie to an audience, typically at a scheduled time

Ex: I missed the first screening, so I'll catch the next one at 8 PM. 
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heroine
heroine
[noun]

the main female character in a story, book, film, etc., typically known for great qualities

Ex: She admired the bravery of the heroine in the novel. 
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villain
villain
[noun]

the main bad character in a movie, story, play, etc.

Ex: The villain plotted to take over the kingdom. 
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screenplay

the script and written instructions used in producing a motion picture

Ex: She spent months crafting the screenplay for her debut feature film. 
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critique
critique
[noun]

a detailed judgment of something, such as a work of art, a political idea, etc.

Ex: The art professor provided a thorough critique of the student's painting, praising its composition while suggesting improvements to the color scheme. 
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scenario
scenario
[noun]

a written description of the characters, events, or settings in a movie or play

Ex: The screenwriter presented several scenarios for the plot of the upcoming movie. 
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twist
twist
[noun]

an unexpected turn in the course of events

Ex: The novel's plot contained a surprising twist that left readers stunned. 
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