Impact of Movies in Second Language Learning

Javid Babayev

doi:10.69760/portuni.26030004

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Javid Babayev Nakhchivan State University Author https://orcid.org/0009-0009-2472-0006

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https://doi.org/10.69760/portuni.26030004

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movies##common.commaListSeparator## second language learning##common.commaListSeparator## listening comprehension##common.commaListSeparator## vocabulary acquisition##common.commaListSeparator## cultural awareness

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The use of movies in second language (L2) learning has gained increasing attention as a dynamic, authentic, and engaging instructional approach. This study investigates the impact of film-based learning on listening comprehension, vocabulary acquisition, and cultural understanding among intermediate-level English learners. Sixty participants were divided into an experimental group, which watched English-language films with subtitles accompanied by structured pre- and post-viewing activities, and a control group, which followed a traditional textbook-based curriculum. Pre- and post-tests measured improvements across the three skill areas. Results indicated that the experimental group demonstrated significant gains in listening comprehension (18.2% increase), vocabulary acquisition (22.2% increase), and cultural understanding (15.3% increase), while the control group showed minimal improvements. These findings suggest that films provide rich audiovisual input, authentic dialogues, and culturally relevant contexts that enhance language learning beyond conventional methods. Furthermore, movie-based learning increased learner motivation and engagement, promoting a more immersive and interactive educational experience. This study highlights the pedagogical value of integrating films into L2 curricula and emphasizes the importance of structured guidance, careful film selection, and supplementary exercises to maximize learning outcomes. Future research should explore long-term retention and the effects of different film genres and subtitle strategies on language acquisition.

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BABAYEV, J., Doctor of Philosophy in Philology, Senior Lecturer, Department of English and Methods, Nakhchivan State University. Email: cavidbabayev@ndu.edu.az. ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0009-2472-0006

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