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Cinema e Teatro - Acting

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actor
[sostantivo]

someone whose job involves performing in movies, plays, or series

attore

attore

Ex: The talented actor effortlessly portrayed a wide range of characters , from a hero to a villain .Il **attore** talentuoso ha ritratto senza sforzo una vasta gamma di personaggi, da un eroe a un cattivo.
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actress
[sostantivo]

a woman whose job involves performing in movies, plays, or series

attrice

attrice

Ex: The young actress received an award for her outstanding performance .La giovane **attrice** ha ricevuto un premio per la sua performance eccezionale.
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double
[sostantivo]

a person who substitutes for an actor in a film, typically during scenes that involves nude or dangerous scenes

doppio

doppio

Ex: In many scenes, you can't tell that a double was used instead of the main actor.In molte scene, non si può dire che sia stato usato un **controfigura** al posto dell'attore principale.
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ensemble cast
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a group of actors who share roughly equal screen time and importance in a movie

cast corale, ensemble di attori

cast corale, ensemble di attori

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character actor
[sostantivo]

an actor who always plays the role of a bizarre or outlandish character rather than a main role

personaggio attore

personaggio attore

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leading man
[sostantivo]

an actor who plays the main male role in a movie or play

attore protagonista, primo attore

attore protagonista, primo attore

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leading lady
[sostantivo]

an actress who plays the main role in a movie or play

protagonista signora

protagonista signora

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ham
[sostantivo]

an actor with an exaggerated theatrical style

ham

ham

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lead
[sostantivo]

an actor who plays the main role in a play or movie

il ruolo principale, il protagonista

il ruolo principale, il protagonista

Ex: The lead's charisma and stage presence commanded attention whenever he stepped onto the stage .Il carisma e la presenza scenica del **protagonista** attiravano l'attenzione ogni volta che saliva sul palco.
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supporting actor
[sostantivo]

an actor who plays a secondary character in a film or television show, often providing support or context to the main plot or protagonist

attore non protagonista, attore di supporto

attore non protagonista, attore di supporto

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voice actor
[sostantivo]

a performer who provides voices for animated films, TV shows, video games, commercials, audiobooks, and other media where speaking voices are needed

doppiatore, attore vocale

doppiatore, attore vocale

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bit part
[sostantivo]

a minor role in a movie or play

parte del pezzo

parte del pezzo

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stand-in
[sostantivo]

a person who replaces someone else briefly in doing their job while they are not available

sopportavi

sopportavi

Ex: The actor was sick , so the director asked the understudy to act as a stand-in for the rehearsal .L'attore era malato, quindi il regista ha chiesto alla riserva di agire come **sostituto** per la prova.
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star
[sostantivo]

the chief actor or performer in a motion picture, play, TV or radio program, etc.

stella

stella

Ex: As the star of the show , she had the most lines and scenes .Come **star** dello spettacolo, aveva il maggior numero di battute e scene.
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starlet
[sostantivo]

a young and promising female actor who is coached and publicized in order to become a star

stellina

stellina

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tragedian
[sostantivo]

an actor who takes part in performing a role in a tragedy

tragediano

tragediano

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understudy
[sostantivo]

an actor who practices the lines of another actor in order to replace them if necessary

doppio

doppio

Ex: He was surprised but ready when asked to take over as understudy for the lead role .Era sorpreso ma pronto quando gli fu chiesto di subentrare come **sostituto** per il ruolo principale.
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walk-on
[sostantivo]

a small, non-speaking role played by an actor who appears briefly on screen, often as a background character or extra

comparse, figurante

comparse, figurante

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acting coach
[sostantivo]

a professional who trains actors to improve their performance skills and technique

coach di recitazione, allenatore di attori

coach di recitazione, allenatore di attori

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bad guy
[sostantivo]

a character in a story or film who is portrayed as an antagonist or villain

cattivo, villano

cattivo, villano

Ex: The audience cheered when the hero outsmarted the bad guy.Il pubblico ha applaudito quando l'eroe ha superato il **cattivo**.
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cameo
[sostantivo]

a minor role that is played by a well-known actor

quadro

quadro

Ex: The singer 's cameo in the TV series added an extra layer of excitement , with fans thrilled to see their favorite performer in an unexpected acting role .Il **cameo** del cantante nella serie TV ha aggiunto un ulteriore strato di eccitazione, con i fan entusiasti di vedere il loro artista preferito in un ruolo attoriale inaspettato.
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co-star
[sostantivo]

a leading actor or actress who takes part in a movie, play, etc.

co-protagonista

co-protagonista

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extra
[sostantivo]

a person hired to appear in a film or television production, typically in the background of scenes to add realism

aggiuntivi

aggiuntivi

Ex: Being an extra in the film gave him a brief glimpse of the glamorous world of movie-making .Essere una **comparse** nel film gli ha dato una breve occhiata nel glamouroso mondo della produzione cinematografica.
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good guy
[sostantivo]

a protagonist or a heroic character in a story or film who embodies positive traits and intentions

bravo ragazzo, eroe

bravo ragazzo, eroe

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part
[sostantivo]

the specific role given to an actor

parte

parte

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role
[sostantivo]

the part or character that an actor plays in a movie or play

ruolo

ruolo

Ex: She was praised for her role in the new film .È stata elogiata per il suo **ruolo** nel nuovo film.
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starring role
[sostantivo]

a main role played by an actor in a film or a theatrical production

ruolo principale, parte da protagonista

ruolo principale, parte da protagonista

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title role
[sostantivo]

the main character in a production whose name is also the title of the film, television show, or play

ruolo principale, personaggio principale eponimo

ruolo principale, personaggio principale eponimo

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villain
[sostantivo]

the main bad character in a movie, story, play, etc.

cattivo

cattivo

Ex: The audience booed when the villain appeared on stage .Il pubblico ha fischiato quando il **cattivo** è apparso sul palco.
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line
[sostantivo]

dialogue or spoken text assigned to an actor

linea

linea

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cue
[sostantivo]

a few words or actions that hint another performer to say a line or do something

attacco

attacco

Ex: During rehearsals , the actors practiced responding to each other 's cues.Durante le prove, gli attori si sono esercitati a rispondere ai **segnali** reciproci.
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prompt
[sostantivo]

a word, phrase, or signal given to an actor to remind them to speak or act

prompt

prompt

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stage direction
[sostantivo]

a text in the script of a play, giving an instruction regarding the movement, position, etc. of actors

didascalie

didascalie

Ex: The stage direction instructed the actors to exit quietly , leaving the audience in suspense .La **didascalia** ha istruito gli attori ad uscire silenziosamente, lasciando il pubblico in suspense.
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casting
[sostantivo]

the process of assigning roles and parts to actors or performers in a movie, play, etc.

scegliere gli attori

scegliere gli attori

Ex: She approached casting with an open mind, seeking fresh talent and unconventional choices to breathe new life into the production.Si è avvicinata al **casting** con una mente aperta, cercando talenti freschi e scelte non convenzionali per dare nuova vita alla produzione.
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screen test
[sostantivo]

a session of audition during which the actor is recorded in order to be assessed for a role

prova dello schermo

prova dello schermo

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act
[sostantivo]

a main part of a play, opera, or ballet

atto

atto

Ex: After the intermission , the audience eagerly anticipated the second act.Dopo l'intervallo, il pubblico attese con impazienza il secondo **atto**.
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baddy
[sostantivo]

an evil character in fiction or a motion picture

cattivo

cattivo

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aside
[sostantivo]

an actor's line that is told to the audience but the other characters on the stage are not intended to hear

a parte

a parte

Ex: The director emphasized the timing of each aside to maintain dramatic tension.Il regista ha sottolineato il tempismo di ogni **a parte** per mantenere la tensione drammatica.
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protagonist
[sostantivo]

the main character in a movie, novel, TV show, etc.

protagonista

protagonista

Ex: The protagonist's quest for redemption and forgiveness forms the emotional core of the narrative , resonating with audiences on a deeply human level .La ricerca di redenzione e perdono del **protagonista** costituisce il nucleo emotivo della narrazione, risuonando con il pubblico a un livello profondamente umano.
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dialogue
[sostantivo]

a written or spoken line that is spoken by a character in a play, movie, book, or other work of fiction

dialogo

dialogo

Ex: The actors rehearsed their dialogue repeatedly before opening night .Gli attori hanno provato il loro **dialogo** ripetutamente prima della serata inaugurale.
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exit
[sostantivo]

an act of departure from the stage by an actor

uscita

uscita

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goody
[sostantivo]

someone who is morally good, especially a character in a movie, play or book

caramella

caramella

Ex: Classic Westerns pit the goody against the outlaw .I western classici mettono di fronte il **buono** al fuorilegge.
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hero
[sostantivo]

the main male character in a story, book, movie, etc., often known for his bravery and other great qualities

eroe

eroe

Ex: The story follows the hero's transformation from a farmer to a knight .La storia segue la trasformazione dell'**eroe** da contadino a cavaliere.
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heroine
[sostantivo]

the main female character in a story, book, film, etc., typically known for great qualities

eroina

eroina

Ex: The story is about a heroine who fights evil with her magical powers .La storia parla di un'**eroina** che combatte il male con i suoi poteri magici.
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love interest
[sostantivo]

a person who is romantically or emotionally involved with another person, often a central character in a story or narrative

interesse amoroso

interesse amoroso

Ex: In the play , the love interest added emotional depth to the protagonist 's journey .Nella commedia, **l'interesse amoroso** ha aggiunto profondità emotiva al viaggio del protagonista.
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soliloquy
[sostantivo]

a speech that a character in a dramatic play gives in the form of a monologue as a series of inner reflections spoken out loud

soliloquio

soliloquio

Ex: The soliloquy provided a moment of introspection and revelation , drawing the audience into the character 's inner world and inviting empathy and understanding .Il **soliloquio** ha fornito un momento di introspezione e rivelazione, attirando il pubblico nel mondo interiore del personaggio e invitando all'empatia e alla comprensione.
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superhero
[sostantivo]

a fictional character with special and strange powers

supereroe

supereroe

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character
[sostantivo]

a role or part played by an actor, performer, voice actor, etc.

carattere

carattere

Ex: Tom Hanks played the character of Forrest Gump in the movie of the same name .Tom Hanks ha interpretato il **personaggio** di Forrest Gump nell'omonimo film.
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actor's assistant
[sostantivo]

someone who helps the actor with various professional and practical tasks so they can perform better in their role

assistente dell'attore, assistente personale dell'attore

assistente dell'attore, assistente personale dell'attore

Ex: The actor's assistant plays an important role in preparing costumes and the stage.L'**assistente dell'attore** svolge un ruolo importante nella preparazione dei costumi e del palcoscenico.
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actor-manager
[sostantivo]

someone who manages a theater company and also acts in their plays

capocomico

capocomico

Ex: He faced the pressures of multitasking as an actor-manager, often juggling rehearsals , performances , and business meetings .Affrontò le pressioni del multitasking come **attore-direttore**, spesso destreggiandosi tra prove, spettacoli e riunioni d'affari.
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cast
[sostantivo]

all the actors and actresses in a movie, play, etc.

cast

cast

Ex: An all-star cast was chosen for the high-budget movie .Un **cast** di star è stato scelto per il film ad alto budget.
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matinee idol
[sostantivo]

a good-looking actor who is admired by women

idolo matinée

idolo matinée

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movie star
[sostantivo]

a famous actor or actress who plays the leading role in a movie

star del cinema

star del cinema

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player
[sostantivo]

an actor specially one who performs a role on a stage

attore

attore

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prompter
[sostantivo]

someone who reminds actors what to say if they forget their lines on the stage

suggeritore

suggeritore

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stuntman
[sostantivo]

a person who performs dangerous or difficult actions in place of actors in movies or shows

stunt man

stunt man

Ex: The stuntman wore protective gear while doing the fight scene .Lo **stuntman** indossava equipaggiamento protettivo durante la scena di combattimento.
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stunt woman
[sostantivo]

a woman who doubles for an actor during the production of dangerous scenes in a movie

stunt woman

stunt woman

Ex: The stunt woman’s dedication to safety ensured the scene went smoothly .La dedizione della **cascatrice** alla sicurezza ha assicurato che la scena procedesse senza intoppi.
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trouper
[sostantivo]

an actor or performer who is very reliable and has a lot of experience

attore ambulante

attore ambulante

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press agent
[sostantivo]

someone who is in charge of the advertising and publicity of a particular actor, musician, etc., providing information to a newspaper, magazine, etc.

agente stampa

agente stampa

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monologue
[sostantivo]

an extended speech delivered by an actor within a play or film

monologo

monologo

Ex: In the climactic scene of the movie , the protagonist 's monologue revealed his innermost conflicts and resolutions .Nella scena culminante del film, il **monologo** del protagonista ha rivelato i suoi conflitti e risoluzioni più intimi.
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ad lib
[sostantivo]

a line that is recited in a speech or performance without prior preparation

improvvisare

improvvisare

Ex: The singer 's charming ad lib between verses added a personal touch to the concert , engaging the audience and making them feel part of the performance .L'incantevole **improvvisazione** del cantante tra le strofe ha aggiunto un tocco personale al concerto, coinvolgendo il pubblico e facendolo sentire parte dello spettacolo.
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characterization
[sostantivo]

the techniques used by actors to develop and portray a character, including their physicality, personality, and backstory

caratterizzazione, interpretazione del personaggio

caratterizzazione, interpretazione del personaggio

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screen actor
[sostantivo]

an actor who performs in films, television shows, or other recorded visual media

attore dello schermo, attore cinematografico

attore dello schermo, attore cinematografico

Ex: Screen actors often have to adjust their acting style compared to stage actors because of the close-up shots .Gli **attori cinematografici** spesso devono adattare il loro stile di recitazione rispetto agli attori teatrali a causa dei primi piani.
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