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STRATEGY POINT

Reviews are usually written for newspapers, magazines, newsletters, etc. Their style (formal or semi-formal) depends on how serious the publication is. The purpose of a review is to tell the public about a new book/film/play/etc. It is important to remember that a review is expected to make use of appropriate vocabulary. A film or theatre review, for example, cannot do a good job without referring to such things as acting, cinematography, production or direction. Reviews frequently include all three main types of writing. These are:

Descriptive writing

to describe characters, acting, settings, scenery, special effects, style of writing, direction, etc

Narrative writing

to tell the story, summarize the plot, (usually present tenses), lo describe a live performance, relate a personal account (usually past tenses), etc

Discursive writing

to analyse the theme, expalin the meaning, compare two or more things, offer your opinion,  evaluate sth_.,  make recommendation, etc.

A review should contain:

•   An introduction in which the min details ( names of film/ book, writer, director, main stars/characters, etc.)

•   A main body which focuses on the details.

•   A conclusion which can contain a summary of the main body and/ or a positive or negative opinion. The conclusion often contains a recommendation.

We normally use present tenses in such types of writing.

TYPES OF WRITING

Read the three extracts below and say:

• Whether they describe a book or film
• What aspects are being described
• What type(s) of writing are used

You can watch the film here

 http://www.gsmovies.com/movie.php?id=4509 

The Dutchess / The Film / Tasks

THE DUTCHESS

FILM ACTIVITIES.

As you watch the film complete the following guide.

1. Make a list of the characters and describe them briefly.
2. The 18th century was a century of important changes in England. can you find any shown or mentioned in the film?
3. What cultural manifestations can be seen (e.g. plays, arts)?
4. What role does the city of Bath play in society?
5.  How can you describe society and family life as it is depicted in the film?
6.In your opinion, does the film show a good picture of life in the 18th century? Post your opinion in the blog.