沒能見證香港那段金碧輝煌的日子將會成為我一輩子的遺憾，或者我對於作為香港人的自豪感是來自那個時候吧！後來的社運，香港人好像都已經失去了方向，但我們靠着我們的努力去找出我們的路。當年的香港人有餘裕去關心大陸同胞，沒想到幾十年後，我們連我們自己都守不住了。Admit or not，香港已經被大陸文化影響得很深了。我身處的香港已不是那個香港。香港已隨着梅豔芳的死而逝去。

The IELTS Speaking approach

What the film is

"Anita" is a 2021 Hong Kong biographical musical drama film about Cantopop star Anita Mui.

What it is about

  • The film was generally about the whole life of Anita Mui, who is one of the most popular Cantopop stars ever. 
  • The film depicts her life from childhood until her last moments before her death of cervical cancer in 2003. 
  • What's more, the film also reproduce the glorious period of Hong Kong in the 1980s.

What you learned from it

  • There were so many lessons that I could learn from the film. Not only from her passion for the art, but also from her passion for the city and its people.
  • The most unforgettable scene from the movie is her farewell to the stage. She sung the last song in a wedding dress, meaning that she married herself to the stage. And in the same year, her life ended at the age of 40. 
  • "The sunset is infinite, but only one night is brilliant."
  • With a song of "Song of Twilight" finished, she finished singing on the stage.
  • She had devoted her life to the stage.

Why you enjoyed watching it

  • It is inspirational and provokes viewers to reflect on the meaning of life, and also how we can contribute to the society.
  • Lesson could be applied to real life.
  • For instance, in Hong Kong, which is the Asian financial center, everything is about money and we seldom reflect what life is really for, and the movie is really food for thought.
  • It is also very touching because it is modified from a real story.
  • If you haven't seen it yet, I recommended that you 

ChatGPT's Band 9 answer:

I would like to talk about a remarkable film that I watched recently called "Anita." This is a 2021 biographical musical drama film that portrays the life of Cantopop star Anita Mui, who is considered one of the most celebrated Hong Kong singers of all time.

The film delves deep into the inspiring journey of Anita Mui, from her childhood to her final days before succumbing to cervical cancer in 2003. Moreover, the film provides a vivid and nostalgic glimpse into the golden era of Hong Kong in the 1980s, a time when Cantonese pop music and cinema enjoyed tremendous success and popularity.

What struck me most about this film was the powerful message it conveys about the pursuit of passion and dedication. Despite facing numerous obstacles, Anita's unwavering commitment to her art and the city she loved was truly inspiring. The final scene of the film, in which Anita sings her last song dressed in a wedding gown, symbolizing her marriage to the stage, left a lasting impression on me.

From this film, I learned valuable lessons about perseverance, dedication, and the importance of pursuing one's dreams. In a world that often emphasizes materialism and superficiality, this film offers a refreshing reminder that true happiness and fulfillment can be found in the pursuit of one's passions.

Overall, I highly recommend this film to anyone looking for an inspiring and thought-provoking cinematic experience. Its powerful storytelling, exceptional acting, and captivating music make it a must-see film.