Develop your English skills by watching this advanced collection of videos about movies, celebrities, news, and more. Topics include: Movies; Celebrities; Entertainment; Comedy; VOA News.
Course level: 6
Video Lesson: Movies
- Title: Guardians of the Galaxy: Meet Rocket
- Description: Bradley Cooper talks about his role in a science fiction movie.
- Level: 7
Video Lesson: Movies
- Title: Because You're a Minion
- Description: Watch Gru's minions and their funny tricks in this exciting video.
- Level: 7
Video Lesson: Movies
- Title: Glee: The 3D Concert Movie
- Description: The cast of the TV series prepares for and performs their songs to a live audience.
- Level: 6
Video Lesson: Movies
- Title: Arthur Christmas
- Description: How does Santa and his elves prepare for Christmas in the North Pole?
- Level: 7
Video Lesson: Movies
- Title: The Origin of Batman
- Description: A man dedicates his life to fighting crime after he testifies to his parents' murder.
- Level: 7
Video Lesson: Movies
- Title: Moonrise Kingdom
- Description: A pair of young lovers run away from home, leaving the entire town worried about them.
- Level: 7
Video Lesson: Famous People
- Title: Japanese Actor on the Rise
- Description: Ken Watanabe reigns on Broadway as he stars in the revival of “The King and I.”
- Level: 7
Video Lesson: Famous People
- Title: Martin Luther King Jr: A Hero's Dedication
- Description: Black Americans gathered in Washington field to celebrate freedom and equality that was long fought by a hero.
- Level: 7
Video Lesson: Famous People
- Title: Pope Benedict's Impact on the Catholic Church
- Description: A pope resigns, leaving a legacy of conservative views and continuity for a troubled Church.
- Level: 7
Video Lesson: Famous People
- Title: Jeremy Lin on Being Famous
- Description: An NBA superstar answers questions about his new found fame and being portrayed as a legend.
- Level: 7
Video Lesson: Famous People
- Title: Harry Potter Cast Practice the American Accent
- Description: The cast of Harry Potter tries to speak in the American way in a funny talk show interview.
- Level: 6
Video Lesson: Famous People
- Title: Miranda Kerr on Her Hair Care
- Description: A supermodel explains why she likes a particular hair care brand.
- Level: 7
Video Lesson: Entertainment
- Title: The Most Powerful Women of 2014
- Description: Celebrities and politicians are in Forbes' list of the world's most influential women.
- Level: 7
Video Lesson: Entertainment
- Title: Grumpy Cat Stars in a Movie
- Description: The famous Internet cat will have a leading role in a movie soon.
- Level: 7
Video Lesson: Entertainment
- Title: Social Media's Newest Star
- Description: Make an online version of yourself with this funny app.
- Level: 7
Video Lesson: Entertainment
- Title: Robin Williams' Top 10 Roles
- Description: A late actor is praised for his comedic and dramatic roles.
- Level: 7
Video Lesson: Entertainment
- Title: Adele to Perform Live at the Oscars
- Description: The artist behind the latest James Bond hit is expected to sing in the upcoming Hollywood event.
- Level: 6
Video Lesson: Entertainment
- Title: A Young Actress Joins New “Terminator” Movie
- Description: Actress Emilia Clarke is cast in the new “Terminator” movie.
- Level: 7
Video Lesson: Comedy
- Title: Good Cop, Bad Cop
- Description: Kraft's delicious dish makes a father late for dinner.
- Level: 7
Video Lesson: Comedy
- Title: Shower Patch Kids Body Wash
- Description: A popular candy brand announces a new product as an April Fools' Day prank.
- Level: 6
Video Lesson: Comedy
- Title: Trump's Presidential Hair
- Description: What's more famous than the charismatic Donald Trump? His hair, apparently.
- Level: 7
Video Lesson: Comedy
- Title: The Zombie Survival Machine
- Description: People describe the things needed to survive a zombie attack.
- Level: 7
Video Lesson: Comedy
- Title: Lego Batman's New Spacesuit
- Description: Lego Batman travels to space wearing a new suit. What do the other Lego superheroes think of it?
- Level: 7
Video Lesson: Comedy
- Title: Wife Calling
- Description: A famous actor tries to cast a former basketball star on a movie with really funny roles.
- Level: 5
Video Lesson: VOA News
- Title: Obama Proposes New Cyber Security Legislation
- Description: Cyber security law, diplomat talk on nuclear program, and a murder threat to a US official are in today's news.
- Level: 7
Video Lesson: VOA News
- Title: President Obama Dedicates 9/11 Museum
- Description: A memorial museum, a wildfire and an oil spill are in today's news.
- Level: 6
Video Lesson: VOA News
- Title: Nigerian Evacuees Flee Violence
- Description: Nigerian evacuees, a girl, police officers, a volcano and a celebration are in today's news.
- Level: 6
Video Lesson: VOA News
- Title: IS Destroys Historical Treasures
- Description: (09Mar15) A militant group, an opposition leader, a car accident and natural disasters are in today's news.
- Level: 7
Video Lesson: VOA News
- Title: Kurds Liberate Hundreds
- Description: (Dec 22, 2014) A liberation, an act of retaliation, a massacre, a court bail, and a protest are in today's news.
- Level: 7
Video Lesson: VOA News
- Title: The People's Pope
- Description: With his humble demeanor, Pope Francis continues to capture the hearts of Catholics across the globe.
- Level: 6
