The Tuner: a film review of a slow, beautiful character study
A balanced review of a quiet film about a piano tuner and a retired pianist; students read for the reviewer's opinions and write their own review.
C1Adults55 minReview
About this lesson
A C1 reading lesson (review). Graded texts with key words, comprehension questions and printable versions.
- Level
- C1
- Skill
- Reading
- Type
- Review
- Students
- Adults
- Time
- About 55 minutes
- Topic
- Movies, books & the arts
- Activities
- Speaking / writing task, Key words, Reading text, True / False, Multiple choice, Matching
- Key words
- feature, character study, sound design, close-up, final act, subplot
- Access
- Premium
By the end, students can
- Identify a reviewer's opinions, praise and criticism in a film review
- Use precise evaluative language to describe films and performances
- Write a balanced review of a film, series or book