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Movie Review Worksheet

Complete this worksheet to assist with writing your film review.

During the movie:

1. What is name of the movie?


2. What type of movie is it?

3. List the important characters as they appear.

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3. Make a note of important events as they happen.

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While of After the movie:

1. Are there any other films/books that you could compare this one? How are they different/similar?

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2. What group of people would like this movie - in other words, who is the audience?

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3. What is the general message of the film (antiwar, racism, good vs evil war, etc) What did you learn
from it?

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4. Describe a scene or part of the movie you liked. (music, effect, voice actor, editing etc)

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5. Describe a scene or part of the movie you didn't like. ( music, effect, voice actor, editing etc)

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6. Overall, did you like this movie? Why or why not?

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7. Give this movie a rating out of 10. /10

Movie review terms


STORY

Amusing; boring; clichéd; confusing; entertaining; exciting; melodramatic; thrilling; unbelievable ; arouse
curiosity, full of tension build up to/reach a climax, unexpected plot twist, one of the most surprising
moments in the film occurs when …

DIALOG

Melodramatic, (un)convincing, realistic

MUSIC/ SOUNDTRACK

The music conveys a sad/happy/melancholy atmosphere; The music underlines a mood/evokes


feeling/shows a character’s emotions/connects scenes; The music and the lyrics support the plot

MISCELLANEOUS

The film contains a few funny bits.; … full of humorous moments; The film gets extremely dramatic in
places ; One of the most poignant scenes of the movie …; The film is close to reality

JUDGEMENT

a must-see/a smash hit ; an audience pleaser; well worth seeing

a moving production/an emotionally strong film; a truly great piece of filmmaking

an impressive debut; a very moving portrayal

I definitely recommend this film to everybody …;The film is a worthwhile watch.

On a scale from zero to five, I give this film a five.

The film literally brought tears to my eyes.

If you like …, this is the film for you.

If you found films like … or … compelling then be sure to give … your full attention.

I certainly wouldn’t recommend the film, because …

I’m afraid … is a complete waste of time and money.

It’s a film that will change the way you think about …

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