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Green Book

Peter Farrelly

Green Book is a touching drama about the unlikely friendship between Dr. Don Shirley, a sophisticated African American pianist, and Tony “Lip” Vallelonga, a robust Italian-American bouncer, traveling through the racially segregated South in 1962. Despite their obvious differences, the two men become friends by sharing common experiences and challenges. Tony learns to overcome his prejudices, and Shirley discovers the value of friendship. Tackling themes of racism, personal growth, and the power of empathy, the film culminates in a powerful moment of unity as the men and Tony's family come together for a Christmas dinner. With humor and emotional depth, Green Book reminds viewers of the transformative power of human connection.

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Fäusten / ˈfɔɪ̯stən /noun

fists

Probleme mit den Fäusten zu lösen.

To solve problems with his fists.

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neigt / ˈnaɪ̯ɡt /verb

tends

Tony neigt dazu, Probleme schnell mit den Fäusten zu lösen.

Tony tends to solve problems quickly with his fists.

Tend tobe prone tobe inclined to

fungiert / fʊŋˈɡiːɐ̯t /verb

functions

Um seine Sicherheit zu gewährleisten, stellt er Tony ein, der sowohl als sein Fahrer als auch als Bodyguard fungiert.

To ensure his safety, he hires Tony, who functions as both his driver and bodyguard.

verweigerte / fɛɐ̯ˈvaɪ̯ɡɐtə /verb

denied

die ihnen oft grundlegende Rechte und Dienstleistungen verweigerte.

that often denied them basic rights and services.

die Würde / diː ˈvʏrdə /noun

dignity

kraftvollen Reflexion über Würde

a powerful reflection on dignity

bedienten / ˈbeːdiːntən /verb

served

Hotels, Restaurants und Geschäfte, die sie bedienten.

Hotels, restaurants, and businesses that served them.

versorgenbetreuenbehandeln

die Handlung / diː ˈhandlʊŋ /noun

plot

Die Handlung spielt im Jahr 1962.

The plot takes place in 1962.

GeschichteErzählungPlot

der Türsteher / deːɐ̯ ˈtʊ̯ɐ̯ˌʃtaɪ̯ɐ /noun

bouncer

Tony ist ein Türsteher.

Tony is a bouncer.

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gewährleisten / ɡəˈvɛːɐ̯ˌlaɪ̯stən /verb

ensure

Um seine Sicherheit zu gewährleisten, stellt er Tony ein.

To ensure his safety, he hires Tony.

zurechtzufinden / ˌzʊrɛçtˈfɪndən /verb

to navigate

half ihnen, sich in einer Welt zurechtzufinden

helped them navigate a world

der Führer / deːɐ̯ ˈfyːʁɐ /noun

guide

Der Führer gab schwarzen Reisenden Informationen.

The guide gave Black travelers information.

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verwurzelt / fɛɐ̯ˈvʊʁt͡sl̩t /adjective

rooted

in einer Region, in der Rassismus tief verwurzelt ist.

in a region where racism is deeply rooted.

eingewurzeltfest verankert

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