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8 expression(s)

entertainment C1

escapist entertainment

Learn the meaning of 'escapist entertainment' and how to describe movies, books, or games designed to help people forget real-world worries and anxiety.
entertainment C1

new wave cinema

Understand 'new wave cinema,' a term describing influential, experimental film movements that challenged traditional storytelling and Hollywood norms.
entertainment B2

screen adaptation

Master the formal term 'screen adaptation' to discuss movies and television shows that are based on books, plays, or video games.
entertainment B2

find the hidden meaning

Discover how to use 'find the hidden meaning' when discussing literature, movies, art, and subtext.
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entertainment C1

present a character study

Discover how films and plays 'present a character study' by focusing deeply on a single individual's psychology.
entertainment C1

prove to be a commercial flop

Learn how to use 'prove to be a commercial flop' to describe creative works that fail financially despite high expectations.
entertainment C1

showcase a masterclass in acting

Learn how to use 'showcase a masterclass in acting' to describe a flawless, highly skilled performance by an actor in a movie or play.
entertainment C1

spark a heated debate

Learn how to use the English idiom 'spark a heated debate' to describe films, books, or art that trigger intense public discussion and strong opinions.