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Aside from the obvious benefit of improving listening skills, films & TV/Web series make language learning enjoyable. They also serve as a source of authentic and varied language – both verbal and non-verbal.
Here are our 10 recommendations for your Business English classroom:
THE BIG SHORT (2015) |
Film
Directed by: Adam McKay
Notable facts: based on a book, won Academy Award for Best Adapted Screenplay
Watch it for: business ethics, finance, banking, and investment related vocabulary
Theatrical release poster. Source: Wikipedia
UP IN THE AIR (2009) |
Film
Directed by: Jason Reitman
Notable facts: based on a book, won several prestigious awards and recognitions
Watch it for: Downsizing/termination related vocabulary, decision making skills, face-to-face vs online communication (especially when delivering difficult/negative news)
Theatrical release poster. Source: Wikipedia
Theatrical release poster. Source: Wikipedia
THE INTERN (2015) | Film
Directed by: Nancy Meyers
Watch it for: Start-up related vocabulary, gender roles/stereotypes/biases in business world, and discussions about age and job roles
Theatrical release poster. Source: Wikipedia
THE SOCIAL NETWORK (2010) | Film
Directed by: David Fincher
Notable facts: biographical drama, based on a book, won several awards and recognitions
Watch it for: business ethics, emotional intelligence, team-work, start-up vocabulary
THE PURSUIT OF HAPPYNESS (2006) |
Film
Directed by: Gabriele Munccino
Notable facts: based on the life of American businessman, Chris Gardner
Watch it for: sales related vocabulary, determination to succeed in business world
Theatrical release poster. Source: Wikipedia
Image Source: Wiki Fandom
THE OFFICE (US Version) | TV Show
Original Network: NBC
Watch it for: Office jargon and lessons in team work, appropriate workplace behavior
Image Source: WIkipedia
WHITE COLLAR | TV Series
Original Network: USA Network
Watch it for: Vocabulary related to finance and white collar crimes
SILICON VALLEY | TV Series
Original Network: HBO
Watch it for: Silicon Valley culture, start-up culture, software company jargon
Image Source: WIkipedia
Image Source: WIkipedia
THE APPRENTICE | TV Series
Original Network: NBC
Watch it for: Interview skill set, presentation skills, task completion, accountability, team work, leadership skills and dealing with feedback
Image Source: ABC Official Website
SHARK TANK | TV Series
Original Network: ABC
Watch it for: Presentation skills, pitching business ideas and dealing with feedback