Top 3 New Year’s Movies - All Ears English Podcast

The video features a discussion between Lindsey and Michelle about New Year's Eve traditions and how their celebrations have changed over time. They also talk about their favorite New Year's movies, including 'Bridget Jones's Diary' and 'About a Boy', highlighting the British humor and charm. The video includes a vocabulary lesson on terms like 'anticlimactic', 'sappy', and 'misty-eyed', followed by a role play to practice these terms in context.

How have the speakers' New Year's Eve celebrations changed over time?

• They now travel abroad every year.

• They always go to Times Square.

• They have become more low-key.

• They have become more extravagant.

What is one reason the speakers avoid Times Square on New Year's Eve?

• They dislike the cold weather.

• They have a tradition of dining out.

• They prefer watching movies at home.

• They find the crowds overwhelming.

What makes 'Bridget Jones's Diary' endearing according to the speakers?

• Its relatable and imperfect hero.

• Its futuristic setting.

• Its action-packed scenes.

• Its historical accuracy.

Which actor is mentioned as being part of both 'Bridget Jones's Diary' and 'About a Boy'?

• Colin Firth

• Renee Zellweger

• Hugh Grant

• Anderson Cooper

What is a common theme in the movies discussed by the speakers?

• They all feature a climactic New Year's Eve scene.

• They are all set in the future.

• They are all animated films.

• They are all horror movies.

What does the term 'anticlimactic' mean as used by the speakers?

• Falling short of expectations.

• Exceeding expectations.

• Being perfectly timed.

• Being overly dramatic.

What does 'sappy' refer to in the context of movies?

• Overly sentimental content.

• Complex plot twists.

• Historical accuracy.

• Action-packed scenes.

What does 'misty-eyed' describe?

• Having watery eyes from emotion.

• Feeling very angry.

• Being extremely tired.

• Having a clear vision.

What genre does 'ROM com' refer to?

• Romantic comedy

• Science fiction

• Documentary

• Horror

What is the main focus of the role play at the end of the video?

• Reviewing historical events.

• Discussing travel plans.

• Practicing vocabulary in context.

• Planning a New Year's party.