Learning English through Movies
We have listed 30 enjoyable films with brief explanations that offer unique perspectives, emotions, themes and contribute to a diverse and enriching language learning experience. Enjoy your language learning by watching these films.
Harry Potter series (2001-2011): The magical journey of Harry Potter, a young wizard, and his friends as they face challenges and confront dark wizard Voldemort at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry.
The Truman Show (1998): Truman Burbank discovers that his entire life is a televised reality show, prompting him to question the nature of his existence and seek freedom.
Forrest Gump (1994): Forrest Gump, a man with a low IQ but a big heart, as he unintentionally influences historical events and pursues his love, Jenny.
Little Miss Sunshine (2006): The dysfunctional Hoover family embarks on a cross-country road trip to support their daughter’s dream of participating in a beauty pageant, leading to humorous and heartwarming moments.
The Breakfast Club (1985): Five high school students from different cliques form unexpected connections during Saturday detention, challenging stereotypes and discovering shared struggles.
The Matrix (1999): In a dystopian future, Neo discovers the truth about reality and becomes part of a rebellion against intelligent machines controlling humanity.
The King’s Speech (2010): King George VI works with a speech therapist to overcome a stammer, preparing him to lead during a crucial period in British history.
The Hunger Games series (2012- 2023): In a dystopian society, Katniss Everdeen becomes a symbol of rebellion as she fights in the televised Hunger Games, a brutal competition among the people from districts.
Her (2013): In a future where artificial intelligence is advanced, a man develops a unique and affectionate relationship with an operating system named Samantha.
Hidden Figures (2016): It is about the true story of African- American female mathematicians who played crucial roles at NASA during the Space Race.
Whiplash (2014): A young drummer’s passion for drumming is pushed to its limits when he enrolls in a prestigious music conservatory and encounters an intense and demanding instructor.
Everywhere Everything All At Once (2022): An exploration of multiverse theory and the interconnectedness of lives, starring Michelle Yeoh as a woman who gains extraordinary powers.
The Green Mile (1999):This film set in a Louisiana prison during the 1930s, follows a correction officer who discovers that an inmate possesses miraculous healing powers.
The Dark Knight (2008): Batman faces the chaotic Joker in this intense superhero film, exploring themes of morality and chaos in Gotham city.
Atonement (2007): Adapted from Ian McEwan’s novel, the film revolves around a young girl’s false accusation and its profound impact on the lives of the characters.
The Help (2011): This film set in 1960s Mississippi, depicts the lives of African American maids and the aspiring writer who documents their stories during the Civil Rights Movement.
Arrival (2016): A linguist is tasked with communicating with extraterrestrial visitors, leading to a thought-provoking exploration of language, time and understanding.
The Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind (2004): Two former lovers undergo a procedure to erase memories of each other, but the process reveals complexity and beauty of their relationship.
Interstellar (2014): In a future Earth facing environmental collapse, a group of astronauts embarks on a space mission to find a new habitable planet.
Rain Man (1988): Two brothers, one of whom is autistic, embark on a road trip that becomes a journey of self-discovery and understanding.
To Kill a Mockingbird (1962): An adaption of Harper Lee’s novel, this film follows the story of Atticus Finch, a lawyer defending a black man falsely accused of raping a white woman, addressing themes of racial injustice and moral growth.
The Lion King (1994): An animated classic that follows the journey of Simba, a little lion, as he learns about responsibility, loss, and the circle of life.
Kramer vs. Kramer (1979): This powerful drama that explores the challenges of parenthood and the complexities of a custody battle between a husband and wife.
La La Land (2016): This movie is about a modern musical that follows the love story between a jazz musician and an aspiring actress in Los Angeles, blending romance and nostalgia.
Inside Out (2015): An animated film that takes place inside the mind of a young girl, personifying her emotions and exploring the importance of embracing all feelings.
The Prestige (2006): This film takes place in the world of 19th century magicians, the film explores the intense rivalry between two illusionists, delving into themes of obsession and sacrifice.
Dead Poets Society (1989): A touching drama centered around an English teacher who inspires his students to appreciate poetry, seize the day, and challenge conformity.
The Fountain (2006): A visually stunning and metaphysical film that weaves together three interconnected stories spanning different time periods and exploring themes of adventure and friendship.
Finding Nemo (2003): An animated adventure where a clownfish embarks on a journey across the ocean to find his son, encountering a variety of memorable characters.
Up (2009): An animated film that follows an elderly man and a young boy as they embark on a journey to South America in a house lifted by balloons, exploring themes of adventure and friendship. .
