Learn English Podcast

E24 Five Movie Recommendations to Help Improve Your English and Celebrate BMH

22 min • 19 februari 2024

📽️Need some movie recommendations to increase your English input and improve your speaking ability? We got you covered! Watching movies in English is a great way to get exposure to the language and help improve your listening skills, vocabulary and pronunciation. Not only do you get to listen to native speakers, but you can also be exposed to the written language if you watch with subtitles.

✨In this episode of the Learn English Podcast, we give you five films to watch and use on your English journey. But these aren't just any films; they are a celebration of Black History Month, each offering a unique perspective on the African American experience in the United States.

🍿This selection of films spans decades, genres, and narratives, but they all share a common thread of resilience and triumph over adversity. Dive into the captivating tales of courage, community, and love with these feel good movies. Whether you're drawn to historical dramas like "Remember The Titans" or the gripping true story of "BlackkKlansman," this list offers a perfect blend of education and entertainment. Discover the power of cinema in enhancing your English skills and celebrating Black History Month

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📝 Vocabulary list

1) Positive and uplifting - optimistic and inspiring

2) Aspirational - having hopes or ambitions for the future

3) Overcoming adversity - successfully dealing with challenges or difficulties

4) Blue-collar worker - a person who performs manual labor, typically in a skilled or unskilled position

5) Arid condition - very dry or lacking moisture

6) Personality clash - a situation where individuals have conflicting personalities or attitudes

7) Underdog - a person or team least likely to win in a competition, often facing disadvantages

8) Integration - the process of bringing different groups together, often referring to racial integration

9) Satirical - using humor, irony, or exaggeration to criticize or mock something

10) Memoir - a historical account or biography written from personal knowledge or special sources

11) Infiltrate - to secretly join an organization or group

12) Chemistry - a natural rapport or connection between people

13) Backdrop - the setting or environment against which something is viewed or presented

14) Intimate portrayal - a close and personal representation of something

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