Transcript How to write a movie review

A guide
The purpose of most film reviews is:
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to help the reader in determining whether
they want to watch
rent or buy the film.
Maro Neophytou
The review should give
 enough details about the film that the reader
can make
 an informed decision, without giving anyway
any essentials such as the plot or any
surprises.
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Watch the film in a relaxed environment you
are familiar with.
You do not want to be distracted by an
unfamiliar room.
Watching the film a second time will help you
absorb a lot more detail about the film.
Most film reviewers take notes as they watch
the film review.
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This is important as the reviewer can
express the elements of the film they
enjoyed or disliked.
Give impartial details. Allow the reader to
make his/her own mind over an issue the
reader liked or disliked. Opinions should be
explained to allow the reader to determine
whether they would agree with your
opinion.
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Consider who your likely readers are.
Writing a film review for children requires a
different approach than if writing for a film
club. Ensure you report on the factors that
matter to your likely audience.
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Give the outline of the film, but don't give
away essential details such as the end or any
surprises. If there is a big surprise you want
to entice readers by telling them something
special happens, just don't say what.
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If the film contains actors, as most do, detail
who is starring in the film and how well you
think they acted.
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1. Does the film keep your attention? (This
is where the plot comes in.)
2. Give your opinion about the acting. Was it
good or bad?
3. How was the action or special effects?
4. Would you see the film again?
The kind of film
 The plot
 The characters
 Photography
 Direction
 Soundtrack
Impact on: you personally, other people, young
people.
Recommendations based on : film critics,
awards/participation in film festivals
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Hilarious, touching, overdone, superb,
disturbing, well-portrayed, low-key,
shrouded, sequel, hinted, core, blockbuster,
convey, suspense, vaunted, emotionallycharged, disjointed, dull, clichéd, avantgarde, shallow, thought-provoking,
ponderous, lapsing, over-studied.
As far as the plot is concerned it is rather
uninspired and clichéd. The directing on the
other hand is superb and is almost enough
on its own to make the viewing experience
worthwhile. As regards the acting the
performances are powerful and often
hilarious. The photography is rather
disappointing but the music combining
blues and jazz is inspired. Paradoxically
,the sound effects and the quality of the
sound are disappointingly third-rate, which
is a great pity.