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Pre-reading Questions:
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- Have you watched any animated movies that became very popular? If so, what made the movie interesting? If not, what animated movies do you usually enjoy?
- Have you heard about awards for movies, like the Oscars? If so, what award did you learn about? If not, what movie award do you want to know more about?
Vocabulary:
I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me.
- illustrious /ih-LUHS-tree-uhs/
[adverb] – famous, well respected, and admired
The team invited an illustrious writer to speak at the event. - cohesive /koh-HEE-siv/
[adjective] – working together well; forming a united whole
The group became more cohesive after they practiced all week. - vivid /VIV-id/
[adjective] – very clear, bright, or detailed
The artist used vivid colors to make the picture stand out. - captivating /KAP-tuh-vey-ting/
[adjective] – very interesting and holding attention
The show had a captivating performance that surprised the audience. - progressive /pruh-GRES-iv/
[adjective] – supporting new ideas or changes
The school used a progressive program to improve learning
Article Reading:
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“KPop Demon Hunters” became a central topic in global entertainment after confirmation of its eligibility for the Best Animated Feature category at the 98th Oscars. The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences released the announcement on Friday and listed 35 animated films that satisfied the official screening rules. The movie completed its qualifying run in June in New York, Los Angeles, and San Francisco, which fulfilled the requirement for theatrical exhibition. The list for documentary and international feature groups also included hundreds of entries. Attention increased because “KPop Demon Hunters” recorded more than 541 million hours viewed on Netflix, making it one of the strongest releases of the year.
Industry analysts stated that the movie’s strong results created an illustrious position during awards season. Experts noted that the soundtrack, which placed eight songs on the Billboard Hot 100, added to its artistic value. Estimates showed that August screenings earned about $18 million, a result that could have reached high box-office levels if streaming numbers were released publicly. Expectations also grew for a possible nomination in the original song category. The Academy will release the final list on January 22, while the Oscars will take place on March 15. Supporters believe the project showed cohesive production work, vivid themes, a captivating story design, and a progressive impact on global animation trends.
Industry analysts stated that the movie’s strong results created an illustrious position during awards season. Experts noted that the soundtrack, which placed eight songs on the Billboard Hot 100, added to its artistic value. Estimates showed that August screenings earned about $18 million, a result that could have reached high box-office levels if streaming numbers were released publicly. Expectations also grew for a possible nomination in the original song category. The Academy will release the final list on January 22, while the Oscars will take place on March 15. Supporters believe the project showed cohesive production work, vivid themes, a captivating story design, and a progressive impact on global animation trends.
Comprehension Questions:
I will read each question. Then, please answer them based on the article.
- What category at the Oscars became possible for “KPop Demon Hunters”?
- When did the Academy release the announcement about the eligible films?
- How many animated films were listed as eligible?
- Which cities completed the movie’s qualifying run in June?
- Why did the movie’s streaming results gain attention?
Discussion Questions:
I will read each question. Then, please answer them.
- Have you ever watched a movie that became very famous online? If so, what made it exciting? If not, what famous movie do you want to watch?
- Have you ever followed news about award shows like the Oscars? If so, which event did you follow? If not, where do you usually learn entertainment news?
- Do you agree that strong streaming results can help a movie gain more attention?
- Why do you think a movie with high streaming numbers can still want a theatrical run? Explain in simple terms.
- How can a captivating story and cohesive production help a movie succeed in award shows? Give a simple reason.