Have you seen any movie in which one of the characters gave an inspiring talk or speech? If possible, watch the movie again or at least try to watch the part that contains the inspiring talk or speech. If you cannot recall a motivational talk or speech offhand, look online for motivational
speeches from movies,
These are examples of a few inspiring talks or speeches from movies:
• LouAnne Johnson's inspiring talk to her students in Dangerous Minds
• Queen Gorgo's inspiring talk to the Spartan warriors in the movie 300
• Dame Iris Murdoch's speech, in Iris, on the importance of education
• Senator Jefferson Smith gives an inspiring speech about democracy to the senate in Mr. Smith goes to Washington
• Rocky's speech to his son in Rocky, on taking responsibility for his own life
• Rugby captain François Pienaar's speech, in Invictus, motivating his team to fight for victory
After listening to the talk or speech (select any one speech if you listened to more than one), write why you think the speaker is so effective. What
are some of the verbal and nonverbal techniques that the speaker uses to connect with the audience?