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MOVIE: “After the Hunt”
Brandon Douglas Brandon Douglas

MOVIE: “After the Hunt”

– B2-C2 (intermediate to advanced) –

This academic suspense/drama starring Julia Roberts and Andrew Garfield explores a variety of difficult themes, including…

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MOVIE: “The Devil Wears Prada”
Brandon Douglas Brandon Douglas

MOVIE: “The Devil Wears Prada”

– B2-C1 (intermediate to advanced) –

Practice your English by watching the original “Devil Wears Prada” movie before the sequel comes out…

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Groundhog Day In Canada
Brandon Douglas Brandon Douglas

Groundhog Day In Canada

– B2-C1 (intermediate to advanced) –

Groundhog Day is an annual holiday of much fun and celebration in Canada. Do you know what Canadians do to celebrate it? You can learn about it here…

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MOVIE: “Materialists”
Brandon Douglas Brandon Douglas

MOVIE: “Materialists”

– B2-C1 (intermediate to advanced) –

“Materialists,” starring Dakota Johnson, Chris Evans and Pedro Pascal, is an emotionally powerful film that is both entertaining and educational for English learners…

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MOVIE: “Champagne Problems”
Brandon Douglas Brandon Douglas

MOVIE: “Champagne Problems”

– B2-C1 (intermediate to advanced) –

This Christmas rom-com on Netflix can help you practice your listening comprehension of a variety of accents, including...

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