Lights, Camera, Review!

Lights, Camera, Review!

Learning Objective

At the end of this lesson, you will be able to write a movie review.

Introduce the objective of the lesson and what students will be able to do by the end of it.

What do you already know about writing a movie review?

What is a movie review?

A movie review is a critical evaluation of a film. It includes an analysis of the storyline, characters, cinematography, and overall impact of the movie on the audience.

Explain what a movie review is and its purpose.

Identifying the Elements

To write a movie review, you need to identify the key elements of the movie, such as the plot, characters, setting, and theme.

Explain the importance of identifying the elements of a movie before writing a review.

Plot

The plot is the storyline of the movie. It includes the events that take place and the conflicts that arise.

Discuss the plot of the movie and how it impacts the overall review.

Characters

The characters are the people or creatures that appear in the movie. They are essential in moving the plot forward and creating an emotional connection with the audience.

Discuss the importance of characters in a movie and how they should be evaluated in a review.

Setting

The setting is the location and time period in which the movie takes place. It can influence the mood and atmosphere of the film.

Explain the impact of the setting on the movie and how it should be evaluated in a review.

Theme

The theme is the underlying message of the movie. It can be a moral lesson, a social commentary, or a reflection of society.

Discuss the importance of identifying the theme of a movie and how it should be evaluated in a review.

Writing the Review

When writing a movie review, start with a brief summary of the plot, then discuss the key elements of the movie, and end with your overall evaluation and recommendation.

Provide a step-by-step guide on how to write a movie review.

Write down 3 things you learned in this lesson.

Have students enter three things they learned in this lesson. With this they can indicate their own learning efficiency of this lesson.

Write down 2 things you want to know more about.

Here, students enter two things they would like to know more about. This not only increases involvement, but also gives them more ownership.

Ask 1 question about something you haven't quite understood yet.

The students indicate here (in question form) with which part of the material they still have difficulty. For the teacher, this not only provides insight into the extent to which the students understand/master the material, but also a good starting point for the next lesson.