Describe a film you watched recently that disappointed you.
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Part 1
The examiner asks about you and two familiar topics. About 4–5 minutes.
Your home town
- Where is your home town? (Tell me more about that.)
- What do you like most about it? (Tell me more about that.)
- Has it changed much since you were a child? (Why is that?)
- Would you like to live there in the future? (Why is that?)
Feeling tired
- When do you usually feel tired? (Tell me more about that.)
- What do you do when you feel tired? (Tell me more about that.)
- Do you feel more tired now than when you were younger? (Why is that?)
- Do you think people today are busier than in the past? (Why is that?)
Shopping
- Do you enjoy shopping? (Why is that?)
- Do you prefer shopping online or in shops? (Why is that?)
- Who do you usually go shopping with? (Tell me more about that.)
- Is there anything you never enjoy buying? (Why is that?)
Part 2
One minute to prepare, then speak for one to two minutes.
Describe a film you watched recently that disappointed you.
You should say:
- what the film was
- when and where you watched it
- what it was about
and explain why you were disappointed.
Follow-up question after your talk: Do you read reviews before you watch a film? / Would you still recommend it to anyone?
Part 3
A broader, more abstract discussion of the Part 2 topic. About 4–5 minutes.
expectations and entertainment
- Can you explain why films often disappoint people who expected a lot from them?
- In general, what do most people look for in a film they choose?
- What do you think are the advantages and disadvantages of reading reviews before deciding what to watch?
the film industry
- Can you explain why film companies make so many sequels?
- What could be done about cinemas that are losing their audiences?
- Can you speculate on how films will be made and shown in the future?
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