Talking about Movies in Portuguese
In this post we’re going to learn vocabulary and expressions that you can use to talk about movies in Portuguese. Everyone loves a good film. Well, maybe not everyone. If you’re more of a book person, check out this post. But if you like movies, read on. First we’ll cover some general vocabulary and basic expressions. Then we’ll talk about kinds of movies so you can say which genres you like, and which you don’t. After that we’ll cover some expressions that you can use to talk about what you’ve heard about movies. Next, we’ll go to the cinema and cover related vocabulary and expressions. Then we’ll turn to streaming movies at home. Finally, we’ll wrap up with some expressions that you can use to say whether you liked or didn’t like a movie.
Basic Vocabulary and Expressions for Movies in Portuguese
First, let’s start with some basic vocabulary and expressions related to the movies in Portuguese.
- o filme
movie, film - É um filme ótimo.
It’s a great film. - Vamos ao cinema!
Let’s go to the movies! - Vamos assistir a um filme hoje a noite.
Let’s watch a film tonight. - o ator, a atriz
actor, actress
- Ele é um ator muito bom.
He’s a really good actor. - Ela é uma atriz muito boa.
She’s a really good actress. - Ele é meu ator favorito.
He’s my favorite actor. - Ela é minha atriz favorita.
She’s my favorite actress - o diretor / a diretora
director - Ele é o meu diretor favorito. Ela é a minha diretora favorita.
He’s/She’s my favorite director. - Com quem é aquele filme?
Who stars in that movie? - Quem é o ator/ a atriz naquele filme?
Who acts in that movie?
Movie Genres
Next let’s talk about different kinds of movies. Most people enjoy certain kinds of films more than others. Let’s look at how to talk about movie genres, which ones you like, and which ones you don’t.
Which of these movie genres do you like? o filme de ação action film, o filme de aventura adventure, a comédia comedy, o filme de ficção científica science-fiction, o filme de fantasia fantasy, o filme de terror horror, o filme romântico romance, a comédia romântica romantic comedy, o filme de mistério mystery, o filme de suspense suspense, o filme de ação thriller, o documentário documentary, o filme infantil children’s film, o drama drama, o filme de animação animation, o filme de crime crime drama, o western western, o musical musical, o filme de artes marciais martial arts, o filme histórico historical film, o filme de desastres disaster film, a biografia biography, o filme de super heróis superhero film, o filme de espionagem spy film, o filme juridico legal drama.
- Que tipo de filmes você(s) gosta(m)?
What kind of movies do you like? - (Eu) Amo filmes de ficção científica.
I love science fiction films. - Eu não suporto musicais.
I can’t stand musicals. - Eu nunca assisto aos filmes de horror.
I never watch horror movies. - Os meus filmes favoritos são sobre crimes.
My favorite films are about crimes. - Estou com vontade de assistir a uma comédia hoje a noite.
I feel like watching a comedy tonight. - Eu não estou a fim de ver um filme sério.
I’m not in the mood for a serious movie. - Eu não quero assistir a um filme de medo.
I don’t want to watch a scary movie. - Eu quero assistir algo animador.
I want to watch something uplifting.
Movie Reviews and Trailers
Next, let’s talk about reviews and the anticipation of waiting for movie to come out. You may have a lot to say during the months (or years!) before a big film is released.
- Não vejo a hora de assistir àquele filme.
I can’t wait to see that film. - Quando vai passar o filme?
When is the film coming out? - Qual a data de estreia?
What’s the release date? - O filme está recebendo resenhas muito boas.
It’s getting really good reviews. - O filme está recebendo resenhas muito ruins.
It’s getting really bad reviews. - Amei o último filme dele/dela.
I loved his/her last movie. - É uma sequência, e eu amei o primeiro filme.
It’s a sequel, and I loved the first movie. - É uma sequência, e eu odiei o primeiro filme.
It’s a sequel, and I hated the first movie. - Você já assistiu ao trailer do filme novo?
Have you seen the trailer for the new movie yet? - O trailer parece muito bom.
The trailer looks really good. - O trailer parece horrível.
The trailer looks terrible.
At the Movies
Now we’ll cover vocabulary and expressions for when you finally get to the cinema to see the movie no cinema (at the movies/cinema).
- Eu comprei os ingressos pela internet.
I bought tickets online. - Precisamos comprar ingressos no cinema.
We have to buy tickets at the cinema. - Uau, os ingressos de cinema estão caros!
Wow, movie tickets are expensive! - Nossos lugares são ótimos.
We have great seats. - Nossos lugares são péssimos.
We have awful seats. - Dá para ver perfeitamente!
I can see perfectly! - Não dá para ver nada! Esse cara está bem na minha frente.
I can’t see a thing! This guy is blocking my view. - Estou com vontade de comprar pipoca.
I feel like getting some popcorn. - Aquelas pessoas estão falando alto demais.
Those people are talking too loud! - O cinema está lotado.
The cinema is too crowded. - Silêncio! O filme vai começar.
Be quiet! The movie’s starting. - Eu tenho que ir ao banheiro, mas não quero perder nada.
I have to go to the bathroom but I don’t want to miss anything!
Watching Movies at Home
Now let’s turn to streaming movies at home. For many people, watching movies at home is easier and more enjoyable.
- Vamos assistir a um filme em casa.
Let’s watch a movie at home. - Vamos assistir a um filme em uma plataforma de streaming.
Let’s stream a movie tonight. - Há filmes demais para escolher.
There are too many movies to choose from. - Não estou com vontade de assistir àquele filme. Que tal este?
I don’t feel like watching that movie. How about this one? - Onde está o controle remoto?
Where’s the remote [control]? - Pause! Eu preciso ir ao banheiro.
Pause it! I have to go to the bathroom. - Volte! O que ela disse?
Rewind! What did she say?
When You Like a Movie
Next we’ll talk about movies that you like. Hopefully you really liked what you saw. If so, you may want to say this.
- Amei aquele filme.
I loved that movie. - O filme foi ótimo / fantástico / maravilhoso.
The movie was great/fantastic/wonderful. - A atuação foi realmente boa.
The acting was really good. - O enredo era original.
The plot was original. - Era muito movimentado e emocionante.
It was very fast-paced and exciting. - Amei o/a personagem principal.
I loved the main character. - A fotografia era linda.
The filming was beautiful. - Teve uma reviravolta surpreendente no enredo.
There was a surprising plot twist. - Eu veria aquele filme de novo.
I would see that movie again. - Eu o recomendo muito, você deveria vê-lo.
I highly recommend it, you should see it!
When You Didn’t Like the Movie
Finally, we’ll talk about movies that you didn’t like so much. Because of course, lots of movies are complete duds.
- Odiei aquele filme.
I hated that movie. - O filme era horrível / péssimo.
The movie was terrible/awful. - A atuação era realmente muito ruim.
The acting was really bad. - O enredo não era original.
The plot was unoriginal. - Era lento e chato.
It was very slow and boring. - Eu não gostei do/a personagem principal.
I didn’t like the main character. - A fotografia era ruim.
The filming was bad. - O enredo era completamente previsível.
The plot was completely predictable. - Aquele filme foi um desperdício de tempo e dinheiro!
That movie was a waste of time and money! - Não veja aquele filme, você vai odiá-lo.
Don’t see that movie, you would hate it.
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