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Creating Effective Film Reviews: 5-11

Pupil writing a review
Pupil writing a review
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5–11

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Medium (5-11 activities)

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England, Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland

As part of the Into Film Clubs experience, members are encouraged to voice their opinions in discussion, create reviews and publish their responses on the Into Film website. This resource is designed to introduce club members to the art of reviewing and develop their critical thinking and literacy skills. It offers flexible approaches to reviewing films and is designed for both film club sessions and classroom use. It will work with any film and can be easily adapted to suit your group and available time.

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(Scottish Gaelic) A'Cruthachadh Lèirm-heasan-film Èifeachdach – Bun-sgoil

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(Scottish Gaelic) A’ Cruthachadh Lèirmheasan-film Èifeachdach – Bun-sgoil.pptx

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Creating Effective Film Reviews - Primary notes

Teacher notes to accompany Creating Effective Film Reviews - Primary.

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Creating Effective Film Reviews - Primary presentation

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There's nothing worse than reading a film review and finding out it ruins t
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Review writing Q&A with Mark Kermode

Mark Kermode gives advice on review writing and how to avoid plot spoilers.

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