Some people say that now we can see films on our phones or tablets, and there is no need to go to the cinema. Others say that to be fully enjoyed, films need to be seen in a cinema. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

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Sample Response

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In this era of technology, people can watch films on their hand-held digital devices like tablets and smartphones. While some argue that there is no longer a need to visit the cinema because of the convenience of digital devices, others contend that the experience of watching films in a cinemacinema hall is unmatched. I believe that hand-held digital devices provide such a convenient viewing experiencesuch a great experience that going to the cinema is not required, and that is why the trend of visiting cinemas is declining.

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Those who claim that the experience of watching films in a cinema cannot be matched point out that the cinema offers a unique and immersive experience that cannot be replicated on a small digital screen. The cinema provides a large screen, high-quality sound, and a darkened environment that enhances the experience of watching a film. Moreover, the cinema provides a social experience that cannot be replicated when watching a film alone on a hand-held digital device.

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By contrastOn the contrary, those who argue that there is no need to go to the cinema claimcinema, claim that smartphones, laptops and tablets provide many benefits, such as convenience, flexibility, and cost-effectiveness when it comes to enjoying filmsmovies or videos. With a simple tap or swipe, people can easily access a vast collection of films and watch them at any time and inat any place. Moreover, watching films on a hand-held digital device is often more cost-effective than going to the cinema, especially considering the high cost of cinema tickets and snacks. For instance, a single cinema ticket often costs as much as a monthly subscriptiona single cinema ticket is often equal to the monthly subscription fee of an online movie-watching platform.

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I strongly believe that the comfort, flexibility, and cost-effectiveness of hand-held digital devices provide a superior experience. Therefore, it is not necessary to go to the cinema, and that is why the trend of visiting cinemas is declining.

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In conclusion, cinemascinema theatres may offer a unique social experience, but watching a film on a hand-held digital device will be more common in the future, makingin the coming future making theatres less prevalent in our liveslife.

Overall assessment

Why this response received Band 7.5

The response discusses both perspectives clearly and sustains a preference for watching films on personal devices through convenience, flexibility, and cost. Its strongest feature is the direct comparison of cinema benefits with a concrete subscription-price example, although the argument sometimes equates practicality with a superior viewing experience and repeats its position. The priority is to distinguish enjoyment from convenience and explain why device-based viewing remains preferable despite the cinema's sensory advantages.

Band score breakdown

IELTS Writing Criteria Scores

TR

Task Response

7.5
Scoring rule

Both views are well covered and the opinion is consistent, but the reasons for preferring devices focus more on convenience than on the question of full enjoyment.

Next step

Explain how comfort, control, or content choice improves enjoyment itself, directly countering the cinema's screen, sound, and social advantages.

CC

Coherence and Cohesion

7.5
Scoring rule

The response is logically organised with distinct sections for both views and the opinion, though the separate opinion paragraph largely repeats the introduction.

Next step

Merge the repeated opinion into the conclusion or use that paragraph to rebut the strongest cinema argument with new reasoning.

LR

Lexical Resource

7.5
Scoring rule

Vocabulary is varied and precise for technology, cinema experience, and cost, with some noticeable repetition of central phrases.

Next step

Use controlled alternatives such as 'personal screens', 'home viewing', and 'theatrical experience' to reduce repetition without losing precision.

GRA

Grammatical Range and Accuracy

7.5
Scoring rule

A broad range of complex structures is generally accurate, with occasional punctuation, modifier, and phrasing lapses that do not impede communication.

Next step

Review commas around reporting clauses and add clear punctuation before participial phrases in long concluding sentences.

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Some people say that now we can see films on our phones or tablets, and there is no need to go to the cinema. Others say that to be fully enjoyed, films need to be seen in a cinema. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

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