Oppenheimer shines, ‘Poor Things’ upsets in Golden Globes’ Hollywood return

admin 2024年4月18日

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Pre-reading questions:

I will read each question. Then, please answer them.

講師がそれぞれの質問を読むので答えましょう。

Have you ever heard about the Golden Globes Awards in Hollywood?
Have you ever watched an awards ceremony on TV?

Vocabulary:

I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me.

単語、意味、例文を読みます。講師に続いて音読しましょう。

atmosphere /AT-muhs-feer/

[noun] – the character, feeling, or mood of a place or situation
The atmosphere in the classroom was tense before the exam.

bomb /bomb/

[noun] – a weapon that explodes and is used to kill or hurt people or to damage buildings
The military carefully diffused the bomb found in the abandoned building.

ceremony /SER-uh-moh-nee /

[noun] – a formal event or occasion, often with specific rituals or procedures
The graduation ceremony was filled with joy and celebration.

comedy /KOM-i-dee /

[noun] – a (type of) movie, play, or book that is intentionally funny either in its characters or its action
We watched a comedy show to lift our spirits after a long day.

journalist /JUR-nl-ist /

[noun] – a person who writes news stories or articles for a newspaper or magazine or broadcasts them on radio or television
The journalist interviewed the mayor to get the latest updates on city developments.

Article reading:

Please read the whole article. Then, I will check your pronunciation and intonation.

記事を音読しましょう。講師はあなたの発音とイントネーションを確認します。

In the fancy atmosphere of the Golden Globes Awards in Beverly Hills, the historical drama “Oppenheimer” won big, grabbing five important awards, including the highly wanted Best Movie Drama prize. The famous director Christopher Nolan directed the film, skillfully showing how the atomic bomb was made. Cillian Murphy and Robert Downey Jr. gave outstanding performances, leaving a lasting impression on the ceremony. Surprisingly, the gothic comedy “Poor Things,” with Emma Stone, won over the summer blockbuster “Barbie” in the Best Movie Musical or Comedy category.

In a surprising turn, “Barbie” only secured two awards, despite its empowering story and nine nominations, including one for Billie Eilish’s song. The awards were decided by about 300 entertainment journalists, part of a new group emphasizing ethics and diversity among Globes voters. Lily Gladstone’s historic moment delivering her best actress speech in her Native American language for “Killers of the Flower Moon” added a unique cultural touch. The Golden Globes signaled Hollywood’s recovery from labor issues the previous year, paving the way for the upcoming Oscars in March. Despite challenges in 2022, the event underscored Hollywood’s renewed appreciation for its significance.

True or False:

Read the sentences and identify if they are true or false based on the article.

文章を読んで、記事に基づいて正誤を答えましょう。

Oppenheimer won four awards at the Golden Globe Awards.
Christopher Nolan directed the movie Oppenheimer and skillfully portrayed the creation of the atomic bomb.
Poor Things, a gothic comedy starring Emma Stone, won in the Best Movie Musical or Comedy category, surpassing “Barbie.”
Barbie received nine nominations at the Golden Globes and won in all categories it was nominated for.
Lily Gladstone delivered her best actress speech in English at the Golden Globes for her role in Killers of the Flower Moon.

Fill in the blanks:

Choose the correct word from the table then fill in the blanks.

適切な言葉を選んで空欄を埋めましょう。

atmosphere

bomb

ceremony

comedy

journalist

The spy movie had a thrilling climax with the protagonist trying to defuse a hidden time ____________.
The awards ____________ celebrated outstanding achievements in the film industry, honoring actors, directors, and producers.
The investigative ____________ exposed corruption within the government, leading to significant changes.
As the sun set, the peaceful ____________ of the mountain village captivated everyone with its tranquility.
The stand-up comedian’s clever ____________ routine had the audience in stitches throughout the entire show.