VOA慢速英语:‘Trumbo’ Tells the Story of Blacklisted Screenwriter

blacklist – v. to say that a person, company, etc., should be avoided or not allowed to do something : to place (someone or something) on a blacklist — often used as (be) blacklisted

portray – v. to play (a character) in a film, play, or television show

intimidate – v. to make (someone) afraid

contempt of court – n. (law) speech or behavior that does not show proper respect to a court or judge

talented – adj. having a special ability to do something well

cast – n. the actors in a play, film, or television show