Shadowing Practice: Franklin vs Franklin | Snowfall | FX - Learn English Speaking with Video

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I Wouldn't do that shit.
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Well, ain't no friendly faces out there.
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Only adjust desserts. Who are you?
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I guess the better question is...
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What have I become?
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I don't know what the fuck you're talking about, man.
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Your life.
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Your life is my failure.
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What?
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You messed it up.
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I messed it up for you.
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What?
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Sitting in some shitty ass cubicle?
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Wiping the white man's ass?
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Oh, the white man.
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White man ain't your problem.
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Not yet.
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No, no, I don't have problems.
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Shit, I solve them.
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Hmm.
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You know, your fear let the worst thing Dad did come true for you. For us, that's bullshit.
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He never cared about anybody but himself.
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He said he was working for the people, but as soon as somebody crossed him, what'd he do?
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He threw them right under the bus.
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And here you are talking about the white man's ass when everybody gotta kiss your ass, or else.
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I help people.
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Help people?
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My God, you listen to yourself?
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Goddamn.
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What about Mr. Wright?
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What about him?
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What about Kevin?
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And even Rob, a man boy, your dad?
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When all the you and your little motherfucking minions done plotted on in between.
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Tiana, Khadija, Lenny, Carvel, him, him, him, her, him, him.
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Bodies, bodies, bodies, bodies.
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They're all dead.
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That's how you help Franklin?
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No, no, no, no. No, I made me and my people rich.
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What kind of life will they have without me?
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They don't see it that way.
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And they never will.
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And you don't see it theirs.
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And that's why this whole thing's about to fall apart.
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Nothing's gonna fall apart.
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I can still save it.
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You know, even if you do understand, it doesn't make a difference.
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Thank you.

Why practice speaking with this video?

The intense dialogue and emotional exchanges in this scene from "Franklin vs Franklin" provide an excellent opportunity to practice your English speaking skills through the shadowing technique. Engaging with this video helps you immerse yourself in real conversational English, allowing you to experience various speaking contexts, such as conflict resolution and personal reflection. By mimicking the characters, you'll not only enhance your pronunciation but also grasp the rhythm and intonation of authentic speech. This makes it an ideal selection for a shadowing site where learners can develop their speaking fluency and comprehension.

Grammar & Expressions in Context

  • “What have I become?” - This rhetorical question is impactful and prompts self-reflection. It uses the present perfect tense, emphasizing the change over time.
  • “You messed it up.” - A straightforward expression conveying blame. It utilizes the simple past tense, making it powerful for discussions of consequences.
  • “I made me and my people rich.” - This phrase demonstrates self-assertion and ownership, critical for persuasive speaking. The structure is direct and helps assert one's achievements.
  • “What kind of life would they have without me?” - This conditional form encourages learners to think about hypothetical situations, which is invaluable for constructing complex sentences.

Common Pronunciation Traps

While engaging with this video, pay attention to the following pronunciation traps that may challenge English learners:

  • “Shitty ass” - The blending of these informal terms can lead to mispronunciation. Focus on the clear articulation of each word.
  • “Kiss your ass” - The idiomatic expression may produce sound reductions that affect clarity. Practicing shadow speech here will help you master the natural flow.
  • “Bodies, bodies, bodies” - The repetition combined with emotion could affect pacing. Practice this phrase in shadowing to ensure you maintain a steady rhythm.
  • “White man's ass” - The articulation of the consonant clusters in this phrase is tricky. Utilize the shadowspeaks technique to refine your accent.

By working on these elements, you'll not only improve your speaking skills but also gain a deeper understanding of conversational dynamics in English. Embrace the shadowing technique to navigate through these complex expressions and pronunciation challenges effectively!

What is the Shadowing Technique?

Shadowing is a science-backed language learning technique originally developed for professional interpreter training and popularized by polyglot Dr. Alexander Arguelles. The method is simple but powerful: you listen to native English audio and immediately repeat it out loud — like a shadow following the speaker with just a 1–2 second delay. Unlike passive listening or grammar drills, shadowing forces your brain and mouth muscles to simultaneously process and reproduce real speech patterns. Research shows it significantly improves pronunciation accuracy, intonation, rhythm, connected speech, listening comprehension, and speaking fluency — making it one of the most effective methods for IELTS Speaking preparation and real-world English communication.