Is It a Movie?

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Is It a Movie?

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Updated: 2026.01.30

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Is It a Movie?

케데헌은 ‘영화’일까?

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Discussion Questions

In your own words, please briefly summarize the article.

여러분의 언어로 교재를 간단히 요약해 주세요.

What part of the reading resonated with you most?

이번 교재에서 가장 공감하는 내용은 무엇인가요?

Do you think a show released only on streaming can be considered a “movie”? Why or why not?

스트리밍으로만 공개된 작품도 ‘영화’로 볼 수 있다고 생각하시나요? 왜 그렇게 보시나요?

How important is theatrical release for a work’s cultural status or legitimacy?

극장 개봉은 작품의 문화적 위상이나 정당성에 얼마나 중요하다고 보시나요?

Why do you think institutions like BAFTA and Cannes resist streaming-first films?

BAFTA나 칸 영화제 같은 기관들이 스트리밍 우선 영화를 꺼리는 이유는 무엇이라고 생각하시나요?

Do you think the Oscars will eventually accept non-theatrical films fully? Why or why not?

아카데미(오스카)는 결국 극장 개봉이 없는 영화도 완전히 받아들이게 될 거라고 보시나요? 왜 그렇게 생각하시나요?

If a streaming-only title won a major Oscar, how might that affect the film industry?

만약 스트리밍 전용 작품이 주요 오스카 상을 수상한다면, 영화 산업에는 어떤 영향이 있을 거라고 보시나요?

In the long run, will “movie” and “TV/streaming” remain separate categories, or will they merge? Why?

장기적으로 볼 때 ‘영화’와 ‘TV/스트리밍’은 계속 구분될 거라고 보시나요, 아니면 점점 하나로 합쳐질 거라고 생각하시나요? 그 이유는 무엇인가요?

If you have a question or questions that you'd like to discuss during your class, please write them down.

궁금한 점이 있거나 수업 중에 얘기해 보고 싶은 질문이 있으면 적어주세요.

Expressions

phenomenon

something that happens or exists in a remarkable or unusual way

Ví dụ

The movie became a global cultural phenomenon.

Ví dụ

Social media has changed the way information spreads, a modern phenomenon.

nomination

official suggestions or selections for an award or position

Ví dụ

The film received multiple award nominations.

Ví dụ

Oscar nominations will be announced next week.

soundtrack

the music used in a movie, TV show, or game

Ví dụ

The soundtrack played a key role in the film’s success.

Ví dụ

I often listen to the soundtrack after watching a movie.

theatrical

related to movies shown in cinemas or to the theater

Ví dụ

The movie had a limited theatrical release.

Ví dụ

Theatrical experience feels different from watching at home.

eligibility

the condition of being allowed to do or receive something

Ví dụ

The film met the eligibility requirements for the awards.

Ví dụ

Eligibility depends on age and residency status.

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