Recently, a student in our course’s Facebook group asked for resource recommendations that he could find on Amazon Prime.
Even if you don’t have this service, you could look for these titles online!
Watching high-quality TV shows and movies is, of course, entertaining. However, it will also improve your listening comprehension.
Apart from that, these are titles that most other students will not seek out. Thus, if you bring them up on your Speaking Exam, you will stand out in front of the examiner!
Prime Movie Resources
What We Do In the Shadows
This is a mockumentary (a funny, fake documentary) about 3 vampires that live together in New Zealand. It’s great to practice understanding that accent!
Captain Fantastic
This indie film is about a family who lives outside society, surviving in the forest. However, they must enter back into civilization, and keeping the family together grows difficult. It’s a stunning and touching drama.
Sicario
Sicario is an award-winning film about a female FBI agent who is recruited for a special drug task force. It’s an intense thriller.
Indian Jones movies
Although a bit old, these are classics! All 3 star Harrison Ford in his heyday, and are directed by Steven Spielberg.
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Prime TV Resources
Mr. Robot
An instant hit, this recent program centers on a millennial tech-genius with a troubled past. There are many secrets to discover here, and you’ll be surprised at where this show takes you!
Between Two Ferns
Zach Galifianakis is an incredibly hilarious comedian who pretends to host an interview show in these short videos. Celebrities that have appeared on his show include Natalie Portman and President Barack Obama!
Veep
This sitcom has won awards every year it’s been on. It’s about life in Washington D.C. for one particular politician and her team.
The Tick
The most recent version of this show is live-action, though it was an animated series in the past. The central character is a superhero called The Tick, who has a heart of gold but not the biggest brain.
Have you seen any of these movies or shows?
Tell us what you liked in the comments section below!
