Reading (ГР 3) Unit13-14 Prepare 8

Inside the Magic of the Film Industry

The film industry, also known as "cinema," has come a long way since the first silent movies in the late 19th century. Today, it is a multi-billion dollar business that involves thousands of professionals, from famous actors to hidden crew members like lighting technicians and sound engineers.

Making a movie is a long process called production. It starts with a screenplay (the script), which is written by a screenwriter. Then, the director takes control. The director is the person who tells the actors what to do and decides how each scene should look. While the actors are the "face" of the movie, the editor is just as important. After filming is finished, the editor cuts the scenes together to make sure the story flows perfectly. Technology has changed the industry forever. In the past, filmmakers used expensive physical film. Now, almost everything is digital. This makes it easier to add CGI (Computer Generated Imagery). CGI allows directors to create realistic dragons, alien planets, or superhero battles that would be impossible to film in real life. However, the film industry is not just about Hollywood. Many countries have their own unique styles. For example, Bollywood in India is famous for its musicals and colorful costumes. Whether it is a small independent film or a giant blockbuster, the goal of the film industry remains the same: to tell a story that moves the audience.

When did the first silent movies appear?

Who is responsible for telling actors how to perform?

What has replaced physical film in modern filmmaking?

What is Bollywood famous for?

Заповніть пропуски словами з тексту (editor, digital, soundtrack, actors).

Many __________ are famous, but many crew members stay hidden.

Заповніть пропуски словами з тексту (editor, digital, soundtrack, actors).

The __________ is the person who cuts the scenes together.

Заповніть пропуски словами з тексту (editor, digital, soundtrack, actors).

Many __________ are famous, but many crew members stay hidden.

Заповніть пропуски словами з тексту (editor, digital, soundtrack, actors).

(Extra) A good film needs a powerful __________ to make the scenes more emotional

The history of cinema began with silent movies more than a hundred years ago.

Only actors are involved in the process of making a film.

A screenwriter is the person who decides how each scene should look during filming.

The editor's job starts only after the filming process is finished.

Modern filmmakers still prefer using physical film because it is cheaper than digital.

CGI is a technology used to create things that are impossible to film in reality.

Bollywood is an example of a film industry that is different from Hollywood.