The English Language Film Club
Putting film at the heart of language learning
About
The English Language Film Club is a hybrid language course for ESL and EFL learners, designed specifically for use in educational institutions. Using a blended learning approach, students complete comprehensive homework (weekly Film Guide) in advance of watching feature length films in class.
With access to over 100 Film Guides ( classic, modern, adventure, biographical, historical and more) and lesson plans, as well as articles, advice and workshops on using film in language learning, the English Language Film Club provides everything you need to establish film as a regular feature in your learning centre.
How it Works
Our unique twelve-week course has two components – Home Study and Movie Night – ensuring that students are well-prepared and actively engaged.
Home Study – This component prepares students for watching feature-length films with weekly film guides available six days in advance. Each film guide contains a list of major characters, a plot summary, gap fill exercise, idiom/phrasal verb exercise, and, when available, background information and youtube links to interviews with directors and stars.
Movie Night – Students start by comparing and discussing their homework in pairs, followed by watching the movie. We recommend screening films in a completely darkened room and setting aside thirty minutes for post-viewing paired discussions.
Home Study
- plot summary (100 word)
- list of major characters
- key dialogue (15-20 pages)
- vocabulary gap-fill exercise (min 26 words)
- idioms/phrasal verbs (20-30)
- background information (2-3 pages)
- youtube links (where available: interviews with directors, stars,critics,etc)
- paced learning (home study is available 6 days in advance)
- authentic reading and listening material
- discussion questions (self-generated)
Movie Night
- check homework–20 mins
- watch movie – 90-130 mins
- read sub-titles
- see language in context
- hear authentic language (accent, dialect, pitch, tone,stress,etc.)
- paired discussion (2 x 15 mins) –30 mins
- new partner/s every week
- engaging content ( Hollywood blockbusters – Independent productions)
- thought provoking themes (environment, LGBT, racism,
adventure, love, the future, politics, etc.)
Who is this course for?
The English Language Film Club is tailored for educational institutions seeking to support students in improving their English fluency through immersive film-based learning. It is designed for ESL/EFL learners who have a minimum of B1 proficiency in English and who can dedicate two hours per week to home study and three hours to attending the film club.
Our programme is ideal for:
- Schools, colleges, and universities that aim to offer their students an engaging and immersive way to develop language skills.
- Language centres and adult education programmes looking to enhance their curriculum with authentic English materials and interactive learning experiences.
What We Offer
Comprehensive Film Guides for ESL Learners
We create comprehensive film guides and a twelve-week programme designed for ESL learners in a classroom-based English language film club. Our approach combines home study with in-class film viewing, providing a blended learning experience. By integrating our course, your institution can offer students exposure to authentic English language content and immersive learning through the Direct Method.
What Next ?
Would your school, university, or language centre like to establish a weekly English Language Film Club? If so, get in touch today! Setting up a Film Club is a richly rewarding experience for both language learners and teachers, and it’s remarkably simple to get started.
If you represent an educational institution and are interested in offering The English Language Film Club to your students, or if you require more information, please use the contact form opposite.
Note: The English Language Film Club is available exclusively to educational institutions.