This page includes supporting resources on writing film reviews suitable for both primary and secondary teaching. For schools and colleges wishing to film their entries, there is also guidance on presenting a review ‘to camera’ along with some examples.
We hope that using the resources will engage your students with critical thinking and the process of review writing and will encourage them to enter the Young Film Critic competition.
A set of Teachers’ Notes with suggested activities for exploring the use of posters and visual imagery in film.
Teachers’ Notes outline how film review activities fit with Literacy, Citizenship and Modern [more...]
Teachers’ Notes indicate the relevance of film reviews within English, [more...]
Need more inspiration? Watch these videos on the right for ideas on how to film your own review!
Also, be sure to look at previous winners’ entries in the Gallery.
You can also download a competition flyer for Primary or Secondary for your staffroom or classroom?