Short Film Discussion Worksheet

Name:

Date:

🎬 Part 1: Film Analysis

1. What is the title of the short film you watched?

Title: _________________________________

2. Write a brief summary of the film in 2-3 sentences.

3. Describe the main character using at least three descriptive adjectives.

The main character is ______________, ______________, and ______________.

4. Where and when does the story take place? (Setting)

5. Circle whether each statement is OBJECTIVE (fact) or SUBJECTIVE (opinion):

"The film is 5 minutes long." → OBJECTIVE / SUBJECTIVE

"The animation is beautiful." → OBJECTIVE / SUBJECTIVE

"The character wears a red hat." → OBJECTIVE / SUBJECTIVE

"The ending is very exciting." → OBJECTIVE / SUBJECTIVE

💭 Part 2: Opinions and Discussion Preparation

6. What did you think of the film? Give your opinion with at least two reasons.

My opinion: I thought the film was _______________________

Reason 1: _________________________________________

Reason 2: _________________________________________

7. Choose three powerful words or phrases to describe the most important scene. Think about words that will engage your audience!

1. _________________ 2. _________________ 3. _________________

8. Write a complex sentence about the film using one of these connectives: because, although, while, since, if

9. Prepare a rhetorical question to engage your audience when discussing this film.

Example: "Have you ever wondered what it would be like to...?"

My rhetorical question: _________________________________

⭐ Part 3: Self-Assessment Rubric

After your discussion, tick the level that best describes your performance:

Content & Ideas:

C Level: I shared basic ideas about the film

B Level: I shared detailed ideas and gave reasons for my opinions

A Level: I extended ideas with examples and engaged my audience effectively

Language Use:

C Level: I used simple sentences and basic vocabulary

B Level: I used some descriptive words and complex sentences

A Level: I used rich vocabulary, complex sentences and rhetorical devices

Speaking & Listening:

C Level: I spoke clearly and listened to others

B Level: I spoke with expression and asked questions

A Level: I spoke confidently, built on others' ideas and engaged the audience

One thing I did well: _________________________________

Next time I will: ____________________________________

Short Film Discussion Worksheet

Short Film Discussion Worksheet

🎬 Part 1: Film Analysis

💭 Part 2: Opinions and Discussion Preparation

⭐ Part 3: Self-Assessment Rubric

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