PPT_-_Writing_a_film_review_for_form_4_OlaBola.pptx

Movie Review

1. Writing A Film Review LI : To apply our writing skills into an everyday context What is a review? Gives information Expresses opinion Gives reasons for opinion Provides an overall summary Focuses on key details Uses technical language (jargon) Uses persuasive techniques ECW 2015

2. Choose a film to review. You could choose your favourite film, or a film you have seen recently. Brainstorm your chosen film, writing down as much information as you can. FILM Plot Characters Dislikes Special effects Favourite scene Setting Actors Likes ECW 2015

3. Now write the first draft of your review following this structure: Explain what the film is about. - Don’t go into too much detail. - Don’t give away the ending. - What genre does it belong to? (horror, romance, action, etc ) 2) Write about the actors. - Who are they? What else have they been in? - Are they believable? Do they do a good job? 3) Write about the good points of the film. 4) Write about the bad points of the film. 5) Write about your favourite part of the film. 6) Give your overall opinion of the whole film. 7) Finish with a star rating. ECW 2015

4. Writing A Film Review What is a review? Gives information Expresses opinion Gives reasons for opinion Provides an overall summary Focuses on key details ECW 2015

5. Read the review to check: Capital letters Full stops, question marks, exclamation marks Other punctuation Spelling Does it make perfect sense? Paragraphs Standard English Is it informative and clear? Is it persuasive? ECW 2015

6. Writing A Film Review To present a film review of OLA BOLA Ola Bola is a stirring sports drama that tells the inspiring true story of the Malaysian national soccer team's journey to qualify for the 1980 Summer Olympics in Moscow. Director Chiu Keng Guan crafts an emotionally resonant film that transcends the typical underdog sports narrative. The film follows three friends - Tan, Muthu, and Ali - who are selected for the national team, each bringing their own cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds to the diverse squad. As they train together and compete to represent Malaysia on the world stage, the film explores themes of unity, national identity, and perseverance in the face of adversity. What makes Ola Bola so compelling is the way it situates the athletes' quest within the broader political and social context of 1970s Malaysia. The country was still young, struggling to reconcile its multiracial identity and heal from the racial riots of 1969. The film astutely uses the shared goal of Olympic qualification to illustrate how sport can bring together a divided population. The sports sequences are thrillingly shot, conveying the intensity and high stakes of the competition. But Chiu also lingers on quieter, character-driven moments that allow the players' personalities and dreams to shine through. Anchored by a talented ensemble cast, Ola Bola is a stirring tribute to the unifying power of football and the resilience of the human spirit. Overall, Ola Bola is a triumphant, crowd-pleasing sports drama that resonates on both an entertaining and meaningful level. It's a must-see for fans of international cinema and inspiring underdog stories. ECW 2015

7. A bit of fun! Have a go at these two Disney quizzes on YouTube. See how many answers you get right! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H6dj_ljqIm8 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tB0HYM9rPvQ ECW 2015