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B1 Level Wordlist - Movie and Theater

Here you will learn some English words about movies and theater, such as "action movie", "critic", "animation", etc. prepared for B1 learners.

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a movie with many exciting scenes involving fights, chases, and explosions

Ex: He rewatched his action movie from the 1990s .
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animation
[noun]

a movie in which animated characters move

Ex: animation was full of bright colors and whimsical characters .
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audition
[noun]

a meeting during which actors, singers, or dancers show their skills and abilities in front of casting directors, producers, or other decision-makers to be considered for a role in a production

Ex: Auditions for the school play were open to all students , regardless of their experience level .
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a small place at a cinema, theater, etc. from which tickets are bought

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cast
[noun]

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

Ex: An cast was chosen for the high-budget movie .
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classic
[noun]

a well-known and highly respected piece of writing, music, or movie that is considered valuable and of high quality

Ex: Many students study Shakespeare's classics in school.
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clown
[noun]

a person who wears a wig and a red nose to entertain an audience

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critic
[noun]

someone who evaluates and provides opinions or judgments about various forms of art, literature, performances, or other creative works

Ex: The art critic's insightful analysis of the paintings on display helped visitors better understand the artist's techniques and influences.
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criticism
[noun]

the process or action of evaluating and giving personal reviews of a work of art

Ex: The politician brushed aside criticism of his policies , insisting he was acting in the best interests of the country .
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to direct
[Verb]

to give instructions to actors and organize the scenes or flow of a movie, play, etc.

Ex: directed the actors to experiment with different emotions to find the best delivery .
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dramatic
[Adjective]

related to acting, plays, or the theater

Ex: Her interest dramatic literature led her to study theater .
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to edit
[Verb]

to choose and arrange the parts that are crucial to the story of a movie, show, etc. and cut out unnecessary ones

Ex: The editor used advanced editing software edit the comedy special .
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editor
[noun]

the person who is in charge of arranging or removing the scenes of a movie, show, etc.

Ex: editor's skillful editing transformed the raw footage into a captivating documentary .
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entertaining
[Adjective]

providing amusement, often through humor, drama, or skillful performance

Ex: entertaining performance by the band had the crowd dancing and singing along .
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an event during which a wide range of new movies from different countries are shown to the public

Ex: Winning an award at a film festival can significantly boost a filmmaker 's career and help their work gain recognition .
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genre
[noun]

a style of art, music, literature, film, etc. that has its own special features

Ex: Film noir is genre known for its dark themes and moody visuals .
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part
[noun]

the specific role given to an actor

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to provide money for and be in charge of the making of a movie, play, etc.

Ex: The talented playwright was eager produce her latest play .
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melodrama
[noun]

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

Ex: The reality TV show melodrama, constantly stirring up conflict and featuring highly emotional confrontations between cast members .
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someone who produces or directs films

Ex: Movie makers often collaborate with writers , cinematographers , and editors to create compelling films .
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musical
[noun]

any theatrical performance that combines singing, dancing, and acting to tell a story

Ex: I was captivated by the emotional depth of the musical, as it beautifully conveyed the characters' struggles and triumphs through powerful performances.
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script
[noun]

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

Ex: The filmscript was adapted from a popular novel .
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someone whose job is to write the story of a movie, play, TV show, etc.

Ex: scriptwriter crafted an engaging story for the new drama series .
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a movie with no spoken dialogue

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techniques used in movies and other media to create cool visuals or sounds using computers or filmmaking tricks to add excitement

Ex: special effects, fantasy movies would n’t be as visually impressive .
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stage
[noun]

an elevated area, especially in theaters, on which artists perform for the audience

Ex: The comedian 's performance had the stage lit up with laughter .
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star
[noun]

a famous and popular performer, artist, etc.

Ex: He ’s a star in the music world , known for his chart-topping hits .
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superhero
[noun]

a fictional character with special and strange powers

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superstar
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an extremely popular and well-known performer or sports player

Ex: The young athlete is being hailed as the superstar in professional basketball .
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demigod
[noun]

a person who is respected or admired like a god by other people

Ex: The fashion designer , known for her groundbreaking designs , was demigod in the fashion world , setting trends and breaking boundaries .
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thriller
[noun]

a movie, novel, etc. with an exciting plot that deals with crime

Ex: They recommended thriller for the next movie night .
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tragedy
[noun]

a play with sad events, especially one that the main character dies at the end

Ex: The film adaptation stayed true to the tragedy elements , eliciting strong emotional responses from audiences .
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trailer
[noun]

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

Ex: Audiences eagerly watched trailer to get a sneak peek of the upcoming romantic comedy .
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villain
[noun]

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

Ex: The audience booed when villain appeared on stage .
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Western
[noun]

a movie or book that usually involves the lives and adventures of cowboys and settlers in American West

Ex: Modern Westerns often blend traditional elements with contemporary themes, creating a unique twist on the genre.
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