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How Ian McKellen Acts With His Eyes
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林宜悉 posted on 2026/02/08Ever wonder how Sir Ian McKellen makes Gandalf so captivating just with his eyes? This video breaks down his incredible acting technique, focusing on subtle performance and reaction shots that pull you right into the magic of Middle-earth. You'll pick up some advanced vocabulary and learn how simple sentence structures can be super effective in storytelling!
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subtle
US /ˈsʌtl/
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UK /'sʌtl/
- Adjective
- Delicate or slight so it is difficult to perceive
- Clever or indirect but hides the true purpose
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US /ɪˈlɪməˌnet/
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UK /ɪ'lɪmɪneɪt/
- Transitive Verb
- To completely remove; to get rid of
- To remove from a contest by beating them
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US /ˈkærəktɚ/
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UK /'kærəktə(r)/
- Noun
- Person in a story, movie or play
- Writing symbols, e.g. alphabet or Chinese writing
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