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2. Discuss the following questions.
1. Why is the profession of an actor so popular?
2. What do you think of the actor's profession? Is it easy?
3. Can anyone become a good actor?
4. What skills and qualities are necessary to be a good actor?
5. Can a person be taught these skills and qualities?
6. How long can a person learn to become a good actor?
7. In what other professions are these skills and qualities important, too?
8. How does the profession of an actor differ from other professions?
9. Who are your favourite actors and why?
3. In your copybook, put the sentences in the correct order (1—11) and read the article about one of the greatest actors.
A. Chaplin also wrote and directed nearly all his films, and he composed the music for all his sound pictures. B. Chaplin wore an old hat, a coat which was too small for him, and pants which were much too large. C. Charlie Chaplin (1889—1977) was born into a poor London family. D. During the era of silent comedies, he was often called "the funniest man in the world." E. He became a music hall performer and began travelling the United States in 1910. F. He lived in the United States for more than 40 years. G. He soon became one of the most famous stars in film history. H. He walked in a manner that showed that he had never worn a pair of shoes his own size. I. In 1914, he first appeared as the Little Fellow. J. In 1952, Chaplin travelled to Europe and settled with his family in Switzerland. K. In 1975, Queen Elizabeth II declared him a knight.
4. The work that a critic writes about a film is called a review, a) Read the film review and fill in the gaps with the words and word combinations from the list. What tenses do we usually use when we write a film review?
a decides, b become, с plays, d finds out, e teach, f is set, g develops, h meets
Free Willy, directed by Simon Wincer, is an exciting adventure. It ... (1) on the west coast of North America. The film is about the relationship between a boy and a whale, called Willy. Jason James Richter ... (2) Jesse, a young street child who ... (3) the meaning of love and friendship. Jesse first ... (4) Willy in the sea park where the whale is kept. They ... (5) good friends. As the story ... (6), Jesse becomes so fond of Willy that he ... (7) to try and free him. All the actors, especially Lori Petty and Michael Madsen, are excellent. The scenes with Jesse and Willy ... (8) us how close animals and human beings can be to each other. This is a wonderful film for the whole family. Don't miss it as it will change the way you see life and relationships.
b) Answer the following questions.
1. What is the title of the film? What type of film is it?
2. Who is the director of the film? Who stars in the film?
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