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Italian film night
An Italian film viewing with an introduction and brief discussion, intended for learners with at least intermediate listening skills.
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Upcoming classes
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What Intermediate (B1) Italian means
At B1 Italian, learners can deal with most everyday situations and explain experiences, opinions and plans in connected language.
Express an opinion
Penso che lavorare da casa sia utile, anche se a volte può risultare isolante.
I think working from home is useful, although it can sometimes feel isolating.
Explain a plan
Voglio migliorare il mio italiano per poter lavorare all’estero l’anno prossimo.
I want to improve my Italian so I can work abroad next year.
Tell a short story
Stavamo andando in spiaggia quando ha iniziato a piovere, quindi abbiamo cambiato programma.
We were heading to the beach when it started raining, so we changed our plans.
These are general examples of language use at this level, not a description of any individual course syllabus.
About this course
The session introduces an Italian film and its context before showing extracts in Italian. A short discussion follows, focusing on learners’ impressions and the key messages, themes and motivations associated with Federico Fellini’s work. English subtitles are provided, and participants may contribute comments in English. The format is primarily film viewing, with no work or study required outside the session.
What you'll learn
- Follow extracts from an Italian-language film using English subtitles
- Identify themes and motivations in the film and its direction
- Discuss impressions and key messages arising from the film
Is this course right for you?
The course is intended for learners with at least intermediate listening skills in Italian, broadly corresponding to B1. Speaking is not required during the brief discussion, and participants may attend simply to watch the film; comments in English are permitted.
- Requires at least intermediate Italian listening skills
- No obligation to speak or ask questions
- English subtitles are provided
Before you go
- English subtitles will be displayed.
- No materials need to be purchased.