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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B1 Level Wordlist

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

Ex: Many action movies are known for their charismatic heroes who always save the day in spectacular fashion .

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 .
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: The director was impressed by his audition and offered him the role on the spot .

the place where tickets for admission to an event are sold

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cast [noun]

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

Ex: A talented cast can make even a simple story compelling .
classic [noun]

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

Ex: Casablanca is a classic that film enthusiasts love .
clown [noun]

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

critic [noun]

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

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

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

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

Ex: The director spent hours on set , directing the actors to bring their characters to life .
dramatic [adjective]

related to acting, plays, or the 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: In the editing room , the team worked tirelessly to edit the action sequences .
editor [noun]

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

Ex: He 's collaborating closely with the director and cinematographer as the editor of the upcoming TV series .
entertaining [adjective]

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

Ex: We spent the evening playing board games , finding them surprisingly entertaining and a great way to connect with friends .

an event during which a wide range of new movies from different countries are shown to the public

Ex: Attending a film festival allows enthusiasts to discover new and innovative films that may not receive mainstream attention .
genre [noun]

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

Ex: Abstract art is a genre that breaks away from traditional representation .
part [noun]

the specific role given to an actor

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

Ex: The wealthy philanthropist decided to produce a documentary on environmental conservation .

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 .

someone who produces or directs films

Ex: The movie maker carefully selects actors , locations , and props to convey the vision of the film .
musical [noun]

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

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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 .

someone whose job is to write the story of a movie, play, TV show, etc.

Ex: The scriptwriter revised the script based on the director ’s feedback .

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

Ex: Her favorite part of the movie was the impressive special effects that made the spaceship look like it was flying through space .
stage [noun]

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

Ex: She stood on the stage , taking a bow as the audience applauded .
star [noun]

a famous and popular performer, artist, etc.

Ex: The athlete is a star on the basketball court , admired by fans worldwide .

a fictional character with special and strange powers

an extremely popular and well-known performer or sports player

Ex: The singer 's latest album solidified her status as a global superstar .
demigod [noun]

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

Ex: The revolutionary leader was seen as a demigod by the people .
thriller [noun]

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

Ex: She ’s a fan of crime thrillers , especially those with complex plots .
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 original tragedy elements , eliciting strong emotional responses from audiences .
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 .
villain [noun]

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

Ex: The villain ’s motives were revealed at the end of the story .
Western [noun]

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

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