movies

I admire movies and cannot live without them. Some movies taught me important principles in my life,
some created memories that will never get erased and some made me laugh so hard till I cried; that is
why I love movies. However, there are several movies that I watched, but I do not remember their story
at all. For a movie to affect me and stay in my memory, it should include three important factors: good
actors, a good director and an attractive story.

To begin with, actors make the greatest effect on a movie’s popularity. Some star actors are trusted that
they will never make a pointless movie. For example, I believe that Leonardo Dicaprio and Angelina Jolie
will always make excellent effective movies. In addition, most of the audience enter movies if they know
their favorite actor is starring. For instance, I know several people who watched “Chef” just because
they saw Robert Downy Jr on the poster. They were shocked to discover that he performed in one scene
only. Moreover, it is said that if a movie is produced with no star actors, its failure is almost guaranteed.
Nowadays, all movies include at least one star. To sum it up, star actors highly affect the movie as they
attract their fans to the movie.

Another factor that contributes to a good movie is its director. Indeed, with a good director, actors
perform optimally. Also, a movie will not leave the audience satisfied, if it is not directed well. In fact,
without James Cameron, “Titanic” would not be that successful, he immersed the audience in the
movies mood, and made them fully engage in it with all their emotions and senses. Similarly, Hollywood
will never forget “ The Master of Suspense,” Sir Alfred Hitchcock. This legend made the best thriller
movies ever. When “Psycho,” “ Dial M for murder” and “Rebecca” are mentioned, Hitchcock name is
remembered more than the actors themselves. His way in directing movies and his touches were
spectacular. Actually, the director effect to a movie is important, and cannot be ignored.

Furthermore, a strong movie has to include an attractive and appealing story. Good plots leave a lasting
impression, and plays an important role in the movies rank in the box-office. On the other hand, movies
with a weak boring plot will push it towards failure. Movies like “inception,” ”seven pounds,” and “the
departed,” had great stories. In fact, it was their stories which made them a success. Besides, the plot
sometimes becomes the most important success factor. Especially, when the movie has no star actors
nor a known director. Hence, it has to be exceptional to satisfy the audience. In conclusion, the plot is an
important factor a good movie has to possess.

Notably, producing a good movie is not an easy mission. It requires months of hard work, Enormous
budget and a big team of professionals cooperating with each other. Making it good and successful is an
even harder job. For me, great actors, a good director and an appealing story, are essential for a movie
to success.

Discussion questions
1. What are your favorite genre of movies? Why?
2. Who are some of your favorite actors?
3. Have you ever cried or felt so emotional for a movie? Explain!
4. In your opinion What Makes a movie Great? What kind of movies will make you spend your
money on cinemas?
5. What do people do during movies that really annoys you?