Film Genres
A type of movie that makes you laugh.
comedy
What is a box office?
Where you buy movie tickets.
Why did directors prefer black and white movies?
Less artistic. Fad. Expensive.
In 1930 over _____ % of Americans went to the movies every week.
a) 50%
b) 60%
c) 30%
d) 80%
b) 60%
Can you name 4 countries in North America?
Answers may vary
A movie about two people that fall in love.
romance
A movie that does not make enough money. People do not like it.
What major change happened the 1960's with TV's and Movies?
Colour!
Today less than _____ % of Americans go to the movies every week.
A) 5%
B) 10%
C) 20%
D) 30%
B) 10%
What country is Mr. Adrian form?
The Philippines
Star Wars, Star Trek, and Interstellar are _____ ____ movies.
science fiction
What is a box-office hit?
A movie that makes a lot of money. A movie that is well-liked.
What new kind of movie began in 1952?
3D movies.
How many Oscars did Walt Disney win?
26
What country is Mr. Lennart from?
The Netherlands
A type of movie that features cartoons. Originally began in Japan.
Example:
Dragon Ball Z
Anime
What is a fad?
Something that is popular for a short time only.
What do people commonly complain about with 3D movies?
headaches
What year was the movie "Gone with the Wind" released?
1939
What country is Mr. Darren from?
Ireland
A type of movie that is more serious. Deals with real problems that humans face.
A) drama B) comedy C) potato D) anime
drama
What type of movie is making a comeback now?
Virtual Reality
What did Morton Heilig invent in 1957?
The Sensorama
What are the most Oscars won by one movie?
11
What four countries make up the United Kingdom?
A) England, London, Manchester, and Scotland
B) England, Northern Ireland, London, and Wales
C) England, Scotland, Northern Ireland, and Wales
D) Scotland, England, Manchester, and Wales
C) England, Scotland, Northern Ireland, and Wales