Arts and Media

Adjectives

Breathtaking (splendid, magnificent, `stunning)

Typical (standard, customary, characteristic) Classic (traditional) Frightening (spine-chilling, hair-rising, scary) Moving (emotional, stirring, touching) Gripping (thrilling, extremely exciting,

absorbing)

Adjectives

Incredible (unbelievable, sensational, amazing) Incomparable (unparalleled, beyond compare,

unequalled) Hilarious (amusing, humorous, funny) Poor (low-grade, insufficient, weak) Outstanding (brilliant, prominent, superb) Groundbreaking (progressive, original, innovative)

Positive attitude

Ambitious series Breathtaking exploration Fantastic attention to sound Groundbreaking filming techniques Superb narration This documentary is surely a masterpiece I’ve watched each of the episodes

Positive attitude

Relaxing music It lives up to its name It is hilarious It’s a classical example of this genre It will keep you on the edge of your seats Its dark atmosphere is really frightening

Positive attitude

Gripping and electrifying novel Incomparable author The plot is excellent The book is full of suspense I enjoyed reading every chapter

Positive attitude

I have found it very moving It has a powerful storyline With groundbreaking use of camera It’s an outstanding new radio It’s a classic horror with its brooding

atmosphere It’s a perfect example of edge-of-your-seat

suspense

Negative attitude

I am disappointed with the film Some of the jokes don’t always work There is no real plot It’s meant to be a gripping thriller but This is the worst novel I’ve read recently I found the first two chapters very heavy

going This novel is a huge disappointment

Recommendations

I would think long and hard before buying it It might still be worth buying The high cost might make you think twice I really recommend it

Translation

1. His groundbreaking acting technique had a huge effect on the history of the theatre.

2. The new science fiction film released last weekend turned out to be a huge disappointment (for the audience).

A gripping storyline typical of Hitchcock’s movies keeps the audience on the edge of their seats.

Translation

4. Children should not be exposed to books (which are ) not adequate for their age.

Children should be exposed to the classics as early as possible, but a/the book must be adequate for their age.

5. The unexpected twists in the storyline and incomparable sense of humour make this novel a real page-turner.