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1) Exercise 1: movies vocabulary

Complete each sentence with the correct word from the box.

rated - sequel - adapted - grossed - starred - dubbed - nominated - premiered

1. The movie was into Spanish from its original English version.

We say a movie is dubbed when the dialogue is replaced in another language.

2. The film in London last week. It was a grand event.

A film premieres when it is first shown.

3. The film was from a famous novel.

When a story moves from book to movie, it is adapted.

4. Leonardo DiCaprio in the Titanic as the lead character.

The lead actor starred in the film.

5. The original movie was so successful that a was produced.

A follow-up movie is a sequel.

6. The movie was for three Academy Awards.

Films can be nominated for awards.

7. Top Gun 2 over 1.4 billion dollars worldwide.

Box office revenue is what a film grossed.

8. The film is U, so it’s suitable for all ages to watch.

Certifications are given as a film is rated.

Score: 0 / 0

2) Match the term to its definition

1. Feature film a. A film that continues or expands the story of a previous film.
2. Short film b. A film with a runtime typically less than 40 minutes.
3. Animation c. A film that tells what happened before a particular event in a previous movie.
4. Documentary d. A film or television programme that aims to show facts and truth about a particular subject.
5. Sequel e. A film that is based on an earlier work and tells the same, or a very similar, story.
6. Prequel f. A full-length movie typically lasting between 90 and 120 minutes.
7. Remake g. A type of film made from drawings, computer graphics, or photographs.
8. Soundtrack h. The text version of the dialogue or commentary in films, usually displayed at the bottom of the screen.
9. Subtitles i. The music that accompanies a film.

Type the matching letter (a–i) for each film term.

1. Feature film :

f = A full-length movie that usually lasts about 90–120 minutes.

2. Short film:

b = A short film lasting less than about 40 minutes.

3. Animation:

g = Made from drawings or computer graphics.

4. Documentary:

d = A factual film about a particular subject.

5. Sequel:

a = Continuation of a previous film.

6. Prequel:

c = Tells what happened before an earlier movie.

7. Remake:

e = New version of an earlier film.

8. Soundtrack:

i = The music that accompanies a film.

9. Subtitles:

h = On-screen text of the dialogue.

Score: 0 / 0

3) Movies & films — multiple choice

Choose the best word to complete each sentence.

1. The movie was so ........ that I couldn’t stop crying.

The movie was so touching that I couldn’t stop crying.

2. I don’t like ........ movies, they give me nightmares.

I don’t like scary movies, they give me nightmares.

3. The ........ plot twist at the end of the movie left us all shocked.

The unexpected plot twist at the end of the movie left us all shocked.

4. I prefer ........ movies with a lot of action and excitement.

I prefer fast-paced movies with a lot of action and excitement.

5. The movie was ........, I almost fell asleep in the cinema.

The movie was dull, I almost fell asleep in the cinema.

6. The ........ visuals in the film were really amazing.

The stunning visuals in the film were really amazing.

7. The movie was so ........ that I couldn’t understand the storyline.

The movie was so complex that I couldn’t understand the storyline.

8. The ........ performances by the actors made the film more enjoyable.

The outstanding performances by the actors made the film more enjoyable.

9. The ........ scenes in the movie made me laugh a lot.

The hilarious scenes in the movie made me laugh a lot.

10. The ........ soundtrack complemented the movie very well.

The harmonious soundtrack complemented the movie very well.

11. The film was ........, it didn’t match my expectations.

The film was disappointing, it didn’t match my expectations.

12. The ........ ending of the movie left me wanting more.

The abrupt ending of the movie left me wanting more.

4. Film vocabulary worksheet

This worksheet contains more fill-in-the-blanks exercises that you can download.

Fill-in-the-blanks exercises on movies (film)
Film vocabulary worksheet
  1. I couldn’t understand the film, so I turned on the subtitles.
  2. That movie won an award for best actor.
  3. The new film will have its world premiere next Friday.
  4. The comedy made me laugh so hard!
  5. This movie is so scary; it’s a horror.
  6. The soundtrack was full of great songs.
  7. The movie was a big success at the box office.
  8. The script was very long and full of dialogue.
  9. The villain in the film was really evil and dangerous.
  10. Did you notice Donald Trump’s cameo in the film?
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