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Film, Auteur Theory & Critical AnalysisL07
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Use of English

Transformation, word formation and precision work in Cambridge C1 style.

50 minC1c1use_of_englishfilm-auteur-theory-critical-analysisauteurfilm theoryword formationkey word transformation

Lesson objectives

  • Improve grammatical precision and collocational control.
  • Practise exam-style transformations and word formation systematically.
  • Connect structure and lexis back to the unit theme of film, auteur theory & critical analysis.

Part 1 — Word formation

Instructions: Complete the sentences by changing the form of the word in CAPITALS at the end.

  1. The director's latest film was praised for its _____ visual style, which was unlike anything seen before. VISUAL
  2. Critics often argue that a director's unique _____ is evident in every frame of their work. SIGN
  3. The film's _____ plot was so complex that many viewers struggled to follow the narrative. INTRICATE
  4. There is often a _____ between artistic expression and commercial success in the film industry. CONFLICT
  5. The documentary provided a _____ look at the lives of those living in extreme poverty. STARK
  6. Many film students find the concept of auteurism to be highly _____ and worthy of debate. CONTROVERSY
  7. The sudden _____ of the protagonist's death left the entire audience in silence. EXPECT
  8. The film's _____ was enhanced by the hauntingly beautiful musical score. EMOTION

Part 2 — Key word transformations

Instructions: Complete the second sentence so that it has a similar meaning to the first sentence, using the word given. Do not change the word given. You must use between three and six words, including the word given.

1. It is widely believed that the director intended to critique consumerism. BELIEVED It is ________ the director intended to critique consumerism.

2. Some people say that the film is too long for modern audiences. SAID The film ____ too long for modern audiences. 3. It is possible that the cinematographer used natural light to achieve the effect. MIGHT The effect ___ achieved using natural light by the cinematographer. 4. It is clear that the script lacks emotional depth. APPARENT That the script lacks emotional depth __. 5. We should consider the possibility that the ending was intentionally ambiguous. CONSIDERED The possibility of the ending being intentionally ambiguous __. 6. It is certain that the film will win several awards this year. CERTAIN It _____ that the film will win several awards this year.

Answer key

  1. signature
  2. intricacy
  3. stark
  4. conflict
  5. poignant
  6. controversial
  7. unexpectedness
  8. emotionality
  9. widely believed to be
  10. is said to be
  11. might have been
  12. is apparent
  13. should be considered
  14. is certain