English File 4th Edition Elementary Video Listening 12C Judi Dench - a life in acting

Summary

Judi Dench, born December 9, 1934, is a celebrated British actress with a career spanning nearly 60 years. She began in theater, with early connections to the Theatre Royal in York, and later joined prestigious companies like the Old Vic and Royal Shakespeare Company. Her film breakthrough came with roles in 'Goldeneye' as M and 'Mrs. Brown' as Queen Victoria, earning an Oscar nomination. She won the Oscar for Best Supporting Actress in 'Shakespeare in Love,' despite a brief appearance, showcasing her brilliance.

Takeaways

• 🎭 Judi Dench is a renowned British actress with a career spanning nearly 60 years.
• 🏠 Born on December 9, 1934, in York, England, she had early connections to the Theatre Royal in York through her family.
• 👶 As a teenager, she acted in the historic York Mystery Plays.
• 🎩 In the late 1950s and 1960s, Dench performed with prestigious British theatre companies like the Old Vic, the Royal Court, and the Royal Shakespeare Company.
• 🎬 In the 1970s and 1980s, she continued her work in theatre and on British television, including a notable performance in Shakespeare's Macbeth with Ian McKellen.
• 🌟 Her film career began with roles in 'A Room with a View' in 1985 and 'Henry the Fifth' in 1989.
• 🔫 In the 1990s, Dench's career took a significant turn with her role as M in the James Bond film 'Goldeneye', a role she played in eight films.
• 🏆 The film 'Mrs. Brown' in 1997, where she portrayed Queen Victoria, earned her an Oscar nomination for Best Actress.
• 🏆 She won the Oscar for Best Supporting Actress for her brief but brilliant role in the 1999 Best Film winner, 'Shakespeare in Love'.
• 💬 Despite her short screen time in 'Shakespeare in Love', Judi Dench's performance was pivotal and highly praised.

Q & A

Who is Judi Dench and what is her significance in the British acting industry?

Judi Dench is a renowned British actress who has had a long and successful career in theater, television, and film. She is part of the 'golden generation' of British actors and is known for her versatility and outstanding performances.

When and where was Judi Dench born?

Judi Dench was born on December 9th, 1934, in York, in the north of England.

What was Judi Dench's connection to the Theatre Royal in York during her childhood?

Dench's father was the doctor for the Theatre Royal in York, and her mother made costumes for the theatre, which provided her with early connections to the world of theatre.

In which plays did Judi Dench perform as a teenager?

As a teenager, Judi Dench acted in the York Mystery Plays, which have been performed in York every four years since the 14th century.

Which important British theatre companies did Judi Dench work with in the late 1950s and 1960s?

In the late 1950s and 1960s, Judi Dench worked with significant British theatre companies such as the Old Vic, the Royal Court, and the Royal Shakespeare Company.

What notable British films did Judi Dench appear in during the 1980s?

In the 1980s, Judi Dench appeared in British films like 'A Room with a View' in 1985 and 'Henry the Fifth' in 1989.

In which film did Judi Dench first play the role of M, the boss of James Bond, and how was her performance received?

Judi Dench first played the role of M in the James Bond film 'Goldeneye'. Her performance was well-received, being both hard and funny, and she played the part in eight films with Pierce Brosnan and Daniel Craig as James Bond.

What role did Judi Dench play in the film 'Mrs. Brown' and how did it impact her career?

In the film 'Mrs. Brown', Judi Dench played Queen Victoria. The film was a great success and led to her nomination for an Oscar for Best Actress in 1998.

Which film from the 1990s won Judi Dench an Oscar for Best Supporting Actress?

Judi Dench won the Oscar for Best Supporting Actress for her role in the film 'Shakespeare in Love', which also won the 1999 Oscar for Best Film.

How long was Judi Dench's screen time in 'Shakespeare in Love', and how was her performance described?

Judi Dench was only in 'Shakespeare in Love' for 8 minutes, but her performance was described as 'absolutely brilliant'.