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Vocabulary:
- trample /TRAM-puhl/
[verb, figurative] to step heavily on or crush someone or something
Even if he is the boss, he must not trample on his employees’ rights.
- box-office /BOKS-aw-fis/
[noun] the place in a cinema or theatre where tickets are sold
The box-office’s queue is exaggeratedly long even though the ticket selling starts at 11 am.
- legendary /LEJ-uhn-der-ee/
[adjective] of or relating to an old story or set of stories from ancient times, or the stories that people tell about a famous event or person
The story of the legendary Sasquatch is believed to be true.
- clash /klash/
[verb] to fight or argue
Protesters clashed with the policemen after the president declared martial law.
- adaptation /ad-uhp-TEY-shuhn/
[noun] a film, book, play, etc. that has been made from another film, book, etc.
His favorite movie is the film adaptation of his favorite childhood novel.
Warner Bros.’ “Godzilla: King of the Monsters” tramples competitors in its first theater screening in North America, garnering an estimated amount of US$49 million according to a box-office authority. Michael Dougherty, director of “Godzilla: King of the Monsters,” focuses on the legendary lizard battling other kaiju who have been awakened, including Mothra, King Ghidorah, and Rodan. The scene starts with the eco-terrorists stealing a tracking device created by the scientist Emma, played by Vera Farmiga. Kyle Chandler, who played as Emma’s ex-husband, is recruited to locate the tracker as Godzilla clashes with its rivals. A report added that despite its achievement, the film earned some negative reviews due to its tedious soundtrack.
The lead is followed by the live-action adaptation of Disney’s “Aladdin” directed by Guy Ritchie at $42.3 million. The film stars Will Smith as the genie and Canadian actor Mena Massoud as the title character who attempts to get the attention of Princess Jasmine, brought to life by Naomi Scott. Following the spot is the live-action adaptation of Disney’s “Aladdin” directed by Guy Ritchie at $42.3 million. The third spot is claimed by “Rocketman,” which has drawn comparisons to last year’s successful film, “Bohemian Rhapsody”.
True or False:
- Warner Bros.’ “Godzilla: King of the Monsters” leads the box-office only in North America.
- Godzilla is also a kaiju who is awakened together with the Mothra, King Ghidorah, and Rodan. Godzilla engages other
- Disney’s “Aladdin” beats the movie “Rocketman” by slipping into the second place.
- The movie “Godzilla: King of the Monsters” focuses on the mad scientist Emma.
- The movie “Rocketman” brought comments of similarity with the movie “Bohemian Rhapsody”.
Discussion Questions:
- What do you think about the 2019 movie version of Godzilla?
- Do you like watching Disney movies? Why or why not?
- Are you fond of watching movies at the theatre? Why so? If not, where do usually watch movies?
- What is your opinion about movie spoilers?
- What movie genre do you enjoy watching the most and why?
Express Your Opinion:
- “Everything I learned I learned from the movies.” – Audrey Hepburn
- “Books and movies are like apples and oranges. They both are fruit, but taste completely different.” – Stephen King
- “If you are going to have a story, have a big story, or none at all.” – Joseph Campbell
[verb, figurative] to step heavily on or crush someone or something
Even if he is the boss, he must not trample on his employees’ rights.
[noun] the place in a cinema or theatre where tickets are sold
The box-office’s queue is exaggeratedly long even though the ticket selling starts at 11 am.
[adjective] of or relating to an old story or set of stories from ancient times, or the stories that people tell about a famous event or person
The story of the legendary Sasquatch is believed to be true.
[verb] to fight or argue
Protesters clashed with the policemen after the president declared martial law.
[noun] a film, book, play, etc. that has been made from another film, book, etc.
His favorite movie is the film adaptation of his favorite childhood novel.
The lead is followed by the live-action adaptation of Disney’s “Aladdin” directed by Guy Ritchie at $42.3 million. The film stars Will Smith as the genie and Canadian actor Mena Massoud as the title character who attempts to get the attention of Princess Jasmine, brought to life by Naomi Scott. Following the spot is the live-action adaptation of Disney’s “Aladdin” directed by Guy Ritchie at $42.3 million. The third spot is claimed by “Rocketman,” which has drawn comparisons to last year’s successful film, “Bohemian Rhapsody”.