These 20 conversation questions about films & cinema are suitable for adult English learners at B1 (intermediate) level. The questions can be used in one-to-one lessons, pair or group discussions, or set as writing homework.
For more activities on this topic, see our complete Films & Cinema ESL lesson plan.
- How often do you watch movies?
- Do you go to the cinema often?
- What are your favourite films? Why do you like them so much?
- What genres of film do you usually like? Are there any genres that you don't like?
- What is the worst movie you've ever seen? What made it so terrible?
- Do you have a favourite actor or film director? What makes them your favourite?
- What are the scariest, funniest or most romantic movies you've seen?
- What makes a great film?
- Why are sequels never as good as the original? Can you think of any exceptions?
- Are movies today better or worse than they used to be? Why?
- Do movies today rely too much on famous actors and special effects instead of a good story?
- Is going to the cinema worth the money these days? Is it too expensive?
- How have streaming services affected the cinema industry? What effect might they have in the future?
- How important is cinema to society? What benefits does it bring?
- Can films have a big influence on people's lives? Have any films had a big influence on yours?
- Are films too violent today? Do you think violent films negatively affect children or make society more violent?
- Are there any famous or well-known films from your country?
- How does Hollywood usually portray your country?
- Do you usually watch movies in English or your native language? Do you use subtitles?
- Do you think watching movies is a good way to learn a language?
