Hollywood Life Magazine's Breakthrough of the Year Awards

Hollywood Life Magazine's Breakthrough of the Year Awards

Assessment

Interactive Video

Arts, Performing Arts, Journalism

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

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The transcript discusses the film 'Ellie Parker', starring Naomi Watts, which won a breakthrough director award. The film, a personal comedy about an actress in Los Angeles, was created over five and a half years with a minimal budget. Despite the lack of marketing, the film received recognition, which was greatly appreciated. The speaker also praises performances by actors like Terrence Howard, Amy Adams, and Ashton Holmes. The transcript concludes with expressions of gratitude.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the name of the film that received the breakthrough director award?

Junebug

Sundance

Naomi Watts

Ellie Parker

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How long did the director and Naomi Watts work on the film 'Ellie Parker'?

One year

Ten years

Three years

Five and a half years

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was one of the main challenges faced by the film 'Ellie Parker'?

Negative reviews

Lack of a marketing budget

Excessive funding

Too many actors

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which actress was praised for her performance in 'Junebug'?

Ashton Holmes

Amy Adams

Naomi Watts

Terrence Howard

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who is the actor mentioned for his role in 'History of Violence'?

Amy Adams

Naomi Watts

Ashton Holmes

Terrence Howard