USING MOVIES AND MUSIC TO LEARN A NEW LANGUAGE

Abstract

The integration of movies and music into language learning has gained increasing attention as an effective and engaging approach to developing communicative competence. This extended article examines how audiovisual and auditory materials contribute to second language acquisition by enhancing listening comprehension, pronunciation, vocabulary growth, discourse awareness, and intercultural competence. Drawing on input-based, cognitive, and sociocultural theories, the paper analyzes the mechanisms through which multimedia input facilitates learning. It also provides pedagogical models, classroom applications, and practical strategies for learners. The study argues that movies and music are not supplementary tools but central resources for achieving naturalistic fluency when used systematically.