The Movie About Michael Jackson
Introduction
There is a new movie called 'Michael'. Some people like it. Other people are angry about it.
Main Body
The movie tells the story of Michael Jackson's life. It shows his music and his fame. The movie made a lot of money, but some people say it is not true. Dan Reed made a different movie. He says Michael Jackson did bad things to children. He says the new movie hides these bad things. He says the movie makes Michael look like a child to trick people. Antoine Fuqua directed the new movie. He does not believe the people who say Michael did bad things. He thinks they want money. He also says people are mean to Black stars. Michael's daughter, Paris, does not like the movie. She says the story is not real. She says the movie only tells fans what they want to hear.
Conclusion
Many people say the movie is wrong. But many people still pay to see it.
Learning
⚡ The 'Say' Pattern
In this story, we see how to tell us what someone else thinks. We use Say + Person + Opinion.
- He says Michael Jackson did bad things.
- She says the story is not real.
Wait! Look at the difference:
When we use SAY, we focus on the words. When we use THINK, we focus on the feeling in the head.
- Say Speaking out loud.
- Think An idea inside.
Example from the text:
- "He thinks they want money" (His private opinion).
- "He says the movie hides these bad things" (He told people this).
Quick Word List for A2:
- Fame When many people know you.
- Trick To make someone believe something that is not true.
- Mean Not kind.