Part 2

Questions 6-10
The people below all want to watch a film.
On the opposite page there are descriptions of eight films showing this week.
Decide which film would be the most suitable for each person.

6 Michael wants to take his two children, aged 9 and 12, to see a film on Saturday afternoon. He is looking for something the whole family can enjoy together. The children get bored easily, so the film needs to be fast-moving and entertaining. He would prefer something with a positive message. ABCDEFGH

7 Leila is a university student who loves old films. She is particularly interested in cinema from the 1960s and 1970s. She doesn’t mind subtitles, as she enjoys films from different countries. She is free on weekday evenings and has a limited budget. ABCDEFGH

8 Dev and his friends are looking for something to do on Friday night. They want a film that is funny, and they enjoy clever dialogue more than silly jokes. They would like to go somewhere they can eat afterwards without travelling far. One of them uses a wheelchair. ABCDEFGH

9 Ana is a secondary school teacher who wants to take her GCSE history class on a cinema trip. The film needs to connect to topics they have studied, such as World War II or the Cold War. It must be suitable for fifteen-year-olds. She needs a screening during school hours. ABCDEFGH

10 Hassan wants to see something on Sunday evening that will stay with him afterwards. He enjoys films that make him think deeply about life. He does not mind slow storytelling, as long as the characters feel real. He is happy to watch films from any country. ABCDEFGH

A. The Last Letter
A powerful drama set in rural Japan in the 1950s. When a young woman receives a letter from a stranger, she is forced to confront a family secret that changes everything. Beautifully acted and filmed, this is a quiet, thoughtful story about memory and forgiveness. Japanese with English subtitles. Rated 12A. Screens daily at 5 p.m. and 8 p.m. Tickets £9, students £6.

B. Mission: Impossible Again
The latest entry in this long-running action series. A retired agent is pulled back into duty when an old enemy reappears. Packed with chase scenes, explosions and narrow escapes. Critics say it is entertaining but not very original. Rated 12A. Screens daily at 2 p.m., 5 p.m. and 8 p.m. Tickets £11, children £8. Running time: 2 hours 20 minutes.

C. The Long Walk Home
A historical drama based on true events during the Berlin airlift of 1948. When the city is cut off, an ordinary pilot makes an extraordinary decision to help those in need. Educational resources are available for schools. Rated 12A. Special school screenings available Monday to Friday at 10:30 a.m. with group discounts. Public screenings daily at 6 p.m. Tickets £10, school groups £5 per student.

D. Saturday Morning Kids’ Club
This week: a colourful animated adventure about a robot who dreams of becoming a chef. Light-hearted and full of songs, with a simple story suitable for very young viewers. Rated U. Saturdays only at 10 a.m. Tickets £4 per person, accompanying adults go free. Running time: 70 minutes. The cinema café opens at 9 a.m. for snacks and drinks.

E. Talk of the Town
A sharp, witty comedy about two rival journalists who are forced to share an office. The dialogue is fast and full of clever humour. Set in modern-day London. Rated 15. Screens Friday and Saturday at 6 p.m. and 9 p.m. The cinema is fully wheelchair accessible and shares a building with a popular pizza restaurant. Tickets £10.

G. Chase the Horizon
An animated family film about a young girl who builds a flying machine and sets off to find a lost city. Full of colour, humour and adventure, with a strong message about believing in yourself. The pace is quick, and there are jokes for adults as well as children. Rated PG. Screens daily at 11 a.m., 2 p.m. and 4:30 p.m. Tickets £10, children £7.

G. The Old Fire Station Café
A friendly, informal café on two floors of a converted fire station. The ground floor has sofas and small tables, while the upper floor has larger tables for groups. Simple food is served all day: soups, salads, sandwiches. Open Monday to Saturday 8 a.m. – 6 p.m., Sunday 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. No booking. Prices are moderate. The upper floor is accessed by stairs only.

H. Midnight in Paris: Director’s Cut
A restored version of a classic 1964 French comedy about a group of friends who get lost on a road trip. Filled with visual jokes and charming performances. French with English subtitles. Screens Monday to Thursday at 6:15 p.m. This is a limited run, so booking is advised. Tickets £8, students £5.50. The cinema is a short walk from several restaurants and cafés.

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