English Listening Practice: Movie Theater Conversation with Sam and Mina

Welcome to English listening channel. >> Hello everyone. Today we're going to look at a conversation at a movie

theater. In this video you will follow a simple and fun story about two friends Sam and

Mina who go to watch a movie together. Don't worry I will speak slowly and clearly. So please relax and enjoy the

story. Before we start, I have a small question for you. Please listen carefully to find

the answer. This will help you understand English more deeply. So here is today's question. Which kind

of movie does Sam say he loves the most? The answer is mentioned in the conversation.

If you find the answer, please write it in the comments section. By writing your answer in English, you can improve your

English skills even more effectively. All right, let's start the video. Are you ready? Okay, let's begin.

Hey, Mina over here. Hi Sam. Sorry. Am I late? >> No, no, you are right on time. I just

got here a little early. I like to come early. >> Oh, good. I was worried. The train was a

little late today. >> Don't worry about it at all. So, are you ready to watch a movie today?

>> Yes, I am very excited. This is a really big movie theater. It looks really nice from the outside.

>> It is right. This is my favorite movie theater in the city. I come here almost every week to watch movies.

>> Every week? You really love movies? That is amazing. >> Yes, I love movies so much. What about

you, Mina? Do you like movies? I love movies, too, but I usually watch movies at home on my computer. I don't go to a

movie theater very often. >> Oh, I see. Watching movies at home is nice, too, but the movie theater is

special. The big screen and the sound are amazing. Do you watch English movies?

>> Sometimes I watch English movies, but I always use subtitles. Without subtitles, I cannot understand the story.

>> That's totally fine. Do you use Japanese subtitles or English subtitles? >> I use Japanese subtitles. English

subtitles are still a little difficult for me. The words go by too fast. >> That makes sense. You know, many people

start with subtitles. It is a very good way to learn English. >> Really? That is good to hear. I want to

watch movies without subtitles someday. That is my dream. >> That is a wonderful goal. I believe you

can do it. But for today, let's just enjoy the movie. Let's go inside. >> Yes, let's go.

>> Okay, we are inside now. Look at all these movie posters on the wall. They are so colorful. So, what kind of movies

do you like, Mina? M >> I like many kinds. What kind of movies do you like, Sam?

>> I love action movies. You know, movies with a lot of action scenes and car chases. They are so exciting. My heart

beats really fast when I watch them. >> Action movies are fun. I like them, too. What about that poster over there? The

one with the people laughing? >> Oh, that one. That is a comedy. A comedy is a funny movie. It makes you laugh a

lot. When I feel sad, I watch a comedy. >> I see. I like comedies, too. Laughing makes me feel happy. What about that

poster next to it? The one with the man and woman? That one is a romance. A romance is a love story. Two people fall

in love. Romance movies often make people cry. >> Oh, I love romance movies. They are so

sweet and beautiful. And that dark poster over there, it looks a little scary.

>> Huh? >> That is a horror movie. Horror movies are scary. They have monsters and

ghosts. Do you like scary movies? >> No, not really. I don't like horror movies at all. They are too scary for

me. I can't sleep after watching them. >> I understand. That is okay. Oh, look at this poster here. This is a science

fiction movie. Science fiction is about space, robots, and the future. Some people call it sci-fi for short. Sci-fi.

That sounds interesting. I have not watched many science fiction movies. And what is that colorful poster? Is that

for children? >> That is an animated movie. Animated movies use drawings or computer art to

tell a story. But they are not just for children. Many adults enjoy animated movies, too.

>> Oh, yes. I love animated movies. They are always so creative. So many choices today. What should we watch?

>> How about this one? It is an action movie, but it also has some comedy in it. I heard it is really fun and

exciting. >> An action movie with comedy. That sounds perfect. Let's watch that one.

>> Great choice. I think we will love it. Okay, now we need to check the showtime. The showtime tells us when the movie

starts. >> Showtime. That is a useful word. Where can we see the showtime?

>> Right here. Look at this big board on the wall. It shows all the showtimes for every movie today.

>> Oh, I see it. There are so many movies playing today. Which one is our movie? >> Let me look. Here it is. Starrunners.

The next showing is at 5:30 and there is another showing at 7:00. >> H 5:30 is a little too early. We just

got here. I want to look around more. What about the 7:00 show? Does it really start at 7?

Well, it starts at 7, but they usually show some short ads before the movie. So, the movie will probably start at

about 710 or 7:15. >> Oh, I see. So, we should be in our seats before 7.

>> Exactly. The 7:00 show is perfect. We still have a lot of time before it starts. So, the movie starts at 7:00 and

it is in theater number three. >> Theater number three. Got it. The movie starts at 7 in theater number three. I

will remember that. >> Good. We have about 1 hour before the next showing. Let's get our tickets

first. >> Okay, sounds good. Where is the ticket counter?

>> It is right over there. Come on, follow me. >> Okay, let's go.

Hello. Welcome to Star Cinema. What can I help you with today? >> Hi there. Can I get two tickets, please?

>> Sure thing. Which movie would you like to see? >> We would like to see Starrunners,

please, for the 7:00 show. Starr Runners at 7:00. That is a great movie. Very popular

right now. That showing is in theater number three. Let me check the seats for you. Do you have a seat preference?

Do you have two seats together in the middle? We like to sit in the middle of the theater. Not too close to the screen

and not too far. Let me see. Yes, I have two seats together in the

middle. Row F, seats seven and eight. They are right in the center. Is that okay?

>> That sounds great. We will take those, please. >> Wonderful. That will be $24

for two adult tickets, $12 each. >> Here you go. $24. >> Thank you very much. Here are your two

tickets. Theater number three, row F, seats 7 and 8. The movie starts at 7:00. Please enjoy the movie.

Thank you so much. Have a nice day. >> You too. Enjoy. >> Sam, look at that. There is a price list

on the wall over there. Can we take a look? >> Sure. Let's take a look. It shows all

the different ticket prices for this theater. >> Okay. An adult ticket is $12.

That is what we paid, right? That's right. $12 each. So, $24 for two adult tickets.

>> I see. And what is a student ticket? I see it here on the list. >> A student ticket is a cheaper ticket for

students. If you were a student, you can get a student discount. Students get a discount.

>> Oh, really? Students get a discount. That is nice. How much is a student ticket?

>> Let me see. A student ticket is $9. That's $3 cheaper than an adult ticket. But you need to show your student card

at the counter. >> I see. $3 cheaper. That is a good deal. And what about children? How much is a

child ticket? >> A child ticket is $6. Children under 12 can get a child ticket. It is half the

price of an adult ticket. >> Very cheap. That is nice for families. Oh, what is this matinea price? What

does matinea mean, Sam? >> Good question. A matinea is a movie showing in the early afternoon. Matinea

shows are usually before 4:00 in the afternoon. The matinea price is cheaper than the evening price. Look, it is only

$8 for adults during a matinea. >> $8? That is really nice. And what about this one? What is a special price day?

>> Some movie theaters have a special price day. On that day, all tickets are cheaper than usual. For example, at this

theater, every Wednesday is a special price day. All tickets are only $7 on Wednesday.

>> $7? That is the cheapest price. I want to come on a special price day next time.

>> That is a very smart idea, Mina. I sometimes come on Wednesdays, too. Hi there. Something smells amazing in

here. Can I get a medium popcorn, please? >> Of course. Would you like butter on your

popcorn? We have regular popcorn and popcorn with butter. >> Yes, with butter, please. I love butter

on my popcorn. You can't watch a movie without buttery popcorn. >> I agree completely. Popcorn and movies

go together. Anything else for you today? We also have drinks. We have small, medium, and large sizes for our

sodas and other drinks. >> Yes, please. Can I also get one soda? A large soda, please.

>> Sure. So, that is one medium popcorn with butter and one large soda. Oh, by the way, would you like a combo instead?

The combo comes with a popcorn and a soda together, and it is a little cheaper than buying them separately.

>> Oh, a combo. That sounds good. How much is the combo? >> The medium combo is $11. The popcorn

alone is $7 and the large soda alone is $5. So, if you buy them separately, that is $12. The combo saves you $1.

>> That is a good deal. I will take the medium combo then, please. >> Good choice. That will be $11, please.

>> Here you go. $11. >> Thank you very much. And here is your medium popcorn with butter and your

large soda. Enjoy the movie. >> Thank you so much. It smells so good. I can't wait to eat this.

Okay, we have our tickets, our popcorn, and our soda. We are all ready for the movie.

>> Yes. Oh, Sam, I have a question. Does this movie have English subtitles? >> I think so. Some movies here have

English subtitles. It depends on the showing. >> Good. I want to watch it with English

subtitles today. That way, I can listen and read the English subtitles at the same time. I think that will help me

learn. That is a really smart way to study English. Listening and reading at the same time helps you understand more.

It also helps you learn new words. >> I hope so. But sometimes the actors talk very fast. When they talk fast, I cannot

understand everything they say. >> That is completely normal. Don't worry about that. You don't need to understand

every single word. Just try to understand the main idea of each scene. That is good enough.

>> You think so? Sometimes I feel bad when I don't understand the words. I feel like my English is not good enough.

>> Don't feel bad at all. Learning a new language takes time. It takes time and a lot of practice. But you are doing

great, Mina. Your English is getting better every day. You know, I also watch Japanese movies with subtitles to study

Japanese. >> Really? You watch Japanese movies to study Japanese?

>> Yes, I watch Japanese movies and I use Japanese subtitles, but I still cannot understand everything. So, we are both

still learning. We are in the same situation. >> That makes me feel much better. We are

both learning together. That is nice. >> Exactly. And I promise you, one day you will be able to watch English movies

without subtitles. You just need to keep practicing. Watch a little bit of English every day and your listening

will get better and better over time. >> One day without subtitles. I really like that idea. I will keep practicing every

day. I promise. >> That's the right attitude. I'm proud of you, Mina. Now, let's go find our seats.

The movie starts in about 10 minutes. Are you ready? >> I can't wait. Thank you for bringing me

here today, Sam. I am having a really great time. >> Of course. I'm really glad you're having

fun. Let's go enjoy the movie together. >> Yes, let's go. >> How was it?

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