Kino und Theater - Filmvertrieb

the practice of releasing a film or other form of media across multiple platforms, such as in theaters, on streaming services, and on physical media, all at the same time

gleichzeitige Veröffentlichung

a particular kind of DVD on which large amounts of high-definition video and data can be stored

Blu-ray-Disc

the delivery of digital media, such as films or music, through electronic means, such as the Internet, mobile networks, or satellite

digitale Verteilung

a type of disc used to store a lot of files, games, music, videos, etc.

DVD

a film that is released later than its intended release date or later than the typical release window for films of its genre or budget range

späte Veröffentlichung

a selection from different parts of a movie, TV series, games, etc. shown before they become available to the public

Trailer

the practice of showing a movie in a small number of theaters initially, usually in major cities, before gradually expanding to wider distribution

limitierte Veröffentlichung

the distribution of a film to a large number of theaters nationwide or globally, as opposed to a limited release in only a few theaters

breite Veröffentlichung

a method of film distribution where a film is premiered in a limited number of theaters and then gradually expands to more theaters over time

Roadshow-Theaterveröffentlichung

a popular home video format in the 1980s and 1990s

VHS

a high-definition optical disc format designed for 4K and HDR content

Ultra HD Blu-ray

a version of a film or video that has been converted into a digital format for distribution or viewing on digital platforms

digitale Kopie

the act or policy of eliminating or prohibiting any part of a movie, book, etc.

Zensur

the distribution of films or television shows on physical media such as VHS tapes, DVDs, or Blu-ray discs, for use and consumption in private homes

Heimvideo

a type of disc that can store video and audio content, and was used in the past as a more affordable option than DVDs

VCD

an electronic device with a screen that receives television signals, on which we can watch programs

Fernseher

an entertainment system with television and sound equipment designed to create an experience which is similar to being in a movie theater

Heimkino

the first public screening or performance of a movie or play

Premiere

the showing of a movie, play, exhibition, etc. to a selected audience before its public release

Vorführung

a product such as a new movie, video game, etc. made available to the public

Veröffentlichung

a showing of a movie to an audience, typically at a scheduled time

Vorführung

a single shot taken from a motion picture, especially one used for documentation or advertisement

Still

an original version of a movie, document, recording, etc. from which copies can be made

Master

a motion picture that enhances the illusion of depth perception, hence making the images appear three-dimensional, using stereoscopic projection

3D-Film

transcribed or translated words of the narrative or dialogues of a movie or TV show, appearing at the bottom of the screen to help deaf people or those who do not understand the language

Untertitel

an alternative programming scheduled at the same time as a popular event to attract a different audience

Gegenprogrammierung

a number labeled on a movie or game indicating that it should be watched or played by people who are 18 years old or older

a number or letter that indicates how old should someone be in order to be able to play a game or watch a motion picture

Bewertung

a label indicating that some parents might find the content of the motion picture not suitable for their children's view

Elternrat

a warning given before the important plot points of a movie, book, game, etc. are revealed

Spoiler-Warnung

a film rating category established by the Motion Picture Association of America (MPAA) indicating that some material may not be suitable for children under 13 years old

PG-13 Bewertung