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Pre-reading questions:
- Have you watched a movie about Deadpool/ Wolverine? If so, could you tell me about it? If not, would you like to watch one? Why or why not?
- What do you think are some of the notable characteristics or abilities of these two characters?
Vocabulary:
- take charge /TAYK CHAARJ/
- unforgettable /uhn-fer-GET-uh-buhl/
- camaraderie /kah-muh-RAH-duh-ree/
- layer /LEY-er/
- authenticity /aw-then-TIS-i-tee/
[phrasal verb] – to assume control or responsibility for something
During group projects, it’s important for each member to take charge of their assigned tasks to ensure success.
[adjective] – something that is so remarkable or exceptional that it leaves a lasting impression
The fireworks display on New Year’s Eve was truly unforgettable; it lit up the sky with brilliant colors.
[noun] – a feeling of trust, goodwill, and friendship among a group of people
The camaraderie among the team members helped them overcome obstacles and achieve their goals together.
[noun] – refers to an additional element or aspect added to something, which contributes to its complexity or depth
The detective uncovered another layer of the mystery, revealing a hidden motive behind the crime.
[noun] – the quality of being genuine, true, or real
The artist’s paintings were praised for their authenticity, capturing the essence of the countryside scenes perfectly.
Article reading:
In “Deadpool & Wolverine,” Reynolds and Jackman are teaming up as these two famous characters for the first time since “X-Men Origins: Wolverine.” Levy, who became the director in 2022, is making sure the film keeps the unique humor that fans love about Deadpool. His friendship with Jackman and Reynolds helps create a great atmosphere on set, and they can try out new ideas to make the movie unforgettable. Levy says moviegoers do not have to know all the other Marvel stories to enjoy this one. The movie faced some challenges during production, but Levy thinks this break actually made it better. He believes “Deadpool & Wolverine” could be one of the highest-grossing R-rated films, like “Joker,” and he is sure audiences will love it. In addition to their on-screen chemistry, Reynolds and Jackman’s off-screen camaraderie shines through in their portrayal of Deadpool and Wolverine, infusing the film with an extra layer of authenticity.
Comprehension questions
- How does Shawn Levy contribute to maintaining the unique humor of Deadpool in the movie?
- What is one reason Levy believes audiences will enjoy “Deadpool & Wolverine” even if they aren’t familiar with other Marvel stories?
- Besides their on-screen chemistry, what else shines through in Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman’s portrayal of Deadpool and Wolverine?
- How does Levy describe the challenges faced during the production of “Deadpool & Wolverine”?
- According to Levy, what potential does he see for “Deadpool & Wolverine” in terms of its box office success?
Discussion questions
- Have you ever been super excited for a movie to come out because it stars your favorite actors or characters, like “Deadpool & Wolverine”? What got you hyped about it? If not, what kinds of movies do you usually get excited about and why?
- Can you think of a time when you watched a movie that brought together famous characters from different stories, similar to “Deadpool & Wolverine”? How did you feel seeing those characters interact on screen?
- Do you think you need to know a lot about Marvel stories to enjoy “Deadpool & Wolverine”?
- How important do you think the connection between actors is to making a movie enjoyable to watch? Can you think of any examples from “Deadpool & Wolverine” or other movies where the actors’ chemistry either made the movie better or worse?
- Do you decide to watch a movie based on who’s in it? Why or why not?