sequel (n.)
- second part; following part

Example: I think it's rare that a sequel is as good as the original film.

fired up (adj.)
- excited

Example: I'm getting fired up to go to Europe this summer.

dude (n.)
- friend; buddy; man

(used to address males only)

Example: Hey, dude, let's go to the movies tonight.

Jay Leno (pron.)
- a famous American talk show host

Example: Jay Leno often has very famous guests on his show.

Best Picture (pron.)
- an award given at film award ceremonies

Example: Which movie do you think will win Best Picture this year?

bubble gum for the brain (expression)
- something that is not too intellectual; something that requires little thought

Example: These romance novels are just bubble gum for the brain.

sucked (v.)
- was terrible

Example: The play we saw last night sucked! I fell asleep.

supporting cast (n.)
- people in the movie with non-starring roles

Example: I don't expect to get a lead role in the play, but I hope to be part of the supporting cast.

hit-or-miss (expression)
- good or bad; successful or unsuccessful

Example: Our films have been hit-or-miss lately, but I think our new one will do well.