VOCABULARY1
A film, show, or theatre production that stays in cinemas or on stage for a long period because it continues to attract viewers.
Long‑running
A film that many people praise highly, but you personally think is not as good as its reputation suggests.
Overrated
A comment that deliberately makes something seem less important, serious, or extreme than it really is.
Understatement
To attract or interest a particular group of people. For example, “This film appeals to teenagers.”
Appeal to
A film that has received prizes at festivals or ceremonies (Oscars, Goya Awards, Cannes, etc.).
Award‑winning
A film that earns a very large amount of money from ticket sales. It usually means the movie was extremely popular with audiences.
Box‑office hit
A short break in the middle of a film or theatre performance. Common in some countries, especially for long movies.
Interval
Used when feelings like anger, excitement, fear, or tension are very strong in a situation
Run High on
A recommendation meaning the film is good enough that you should watch it.
Worth seeing
Something so intense, beautiful, shocking, or unusual that it’s very hard to put into words.
Indescribable
All tickets have been bought, so no more seats are available for that screening.
Sold out
A line of people waiting to enter the cinema or buy tickets.
Queue