Learn a Foreign Language by Watching Foreign Films

Posted by Classic Movies on April 19th, 2021

What’s the best way for you to learn a new language? Most people opt to study it in school, or maybe even online. Others prefer to buy books and do self-studying online. But there’s one approach that many learners often overlook: watching foreign films on DVD.

There’s no better way to learn a language than by listening to native speakers themselves. Many people have learned to speak Japanese by watching lots of anime, or learned Spanish by watching Spanish films.

Foreign films on DVD are some of the best resources you can use if you’re trying to learn a new language. Combine foreign-movie watching with formal or DIY language classes and before you know it, you’ll have a good grasp of whichever lingo you’re studying, whether it is French or Chinese.

Tips to learna foreign language by watching foreign films on DVD:

1. Pick a good film.

Just any foreign film won’t do. Sure, it may be in the language you’re trying to learn, but is it in a genre that interests you enough? The movie’s plot is also important, especially if you’re going to sit through two hours of people speaking in a language you’re just starting to study.

If you like science fiction, why not go for The Machine; a French film centered arounda psychiatrist’s secret laboratory? If you like war films, the 317^th Platoon could be a great choice.

Look into award-winning films such as Parasite by Bong Joon Ho as well, if you’re trying to learn Korean. Critically-acclaimed movies will surely pique your interest so that you will want to watch the entire film, maybe again and again.

2. Make good use of the subtitles

Subtitles play an essential role when you’re learning a language through foreign films. Make sure to find a movie with accurate translations and set it in a font big enough to see.

Don’t forget to pay attention and read the subs thoroughly. The great thing about DVDs is that you can pause them whenever you need to. 

3. Focus on the movie.

Context is important when you’re watching a foreign film on DVD. Besides the vocabulary you’ll be learning from subtitles, it’s helpful to note the body language and emotions expressed when a certain word or phrase is said.

If you have trouble focusing, you can always split the movie into small segments to give your brain a much-needed break!

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