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Cinema and Theater - Describing Cinema and Theater

Here you will learn some English words related to the description of cinema and theater such as "uncut", "X-rated", and "subtitled".

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Words Related to Cinema and Theater
animated
[Adjective]

(of images or drawings in a movie) made to appear as if they are in motion

Ex: She made an animated short film for her art project .
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describing a movie that has not been released theatrically but has gone directly to home video or streaming platforms

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subtitled
[Adjective]

describing a film or video in which the dialogue is translated into written words on the screen in a different language than the original audio

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uncut
[Adjective]

referring to a version of a movie that has not been edited for content or length

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unrated
[Adjective]

(of a movie or film) not been assigned a rating by a ratings board

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widescreen
[Adjective]

having a wider aspect ratio than the traditional 4:3 aspect ratio, allowing for a larger viewing area

Ex: The widescreen format allows for more details on the edges of the frame .
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cinematic
[Adjective]

having qualities or characteristics similar to those found in movies or cinema

Ex: The stage production used cinematic techniques , such as projection mapping , to enhance the visual spectacle .
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X-rated
[Adjective]

referring to material deemed inappropriate for viewers under the age of 18 due to its sexual content

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supporting
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(of an actor or role) of a great significance in a movie or play but not as important as the main role

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pre-production
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done prior to the production of a motion picture, TV program, etc.

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post-production
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referring to the stage of audiovisual production that occurs after filming or recording

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directorial
[Adjective]

related to the director or the direction of a film or theatrical production

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ad lib
[Adverb]

without prior practice or preparation

Ex: The comedian often performs ad lib, improvising jokes based on the audience 's reactions .
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backstage
[Adverb]

in or to the area behind the stage in a theater that is out of the audience's sight

Ex: He disappeared backstage as soon as the curtain fell .
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blockbusting
[Adjective]

(particularly of a novel, motion picture, etc.) commercially successful in terms of sales and reception

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downstage
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at or toward the anterior part of a stage in theater that is in the audience's sight

Ex: The dancers flowed downstage, drawing the crowd's full attention.
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dramatic
[Adjective]

related to acting, plays, or the theater

Ex: Her interest in dramatic literature led her to study theater .
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offstage
[Adjective]

situated out of sight of the audience, typically in the wings or backstage

Ex: Offstage noises added to the atmosphere of the spooky play.
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on-stage
[Adjective]

relating to or occurring on the part of a stage that is visible to the audience

Ex: His on-stage confidence contrasted sharply with his shy personality offstage .
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R
[Adjective]

describing a motion picture that people under the age of 17 need a guardian or parent in order to watch it

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silent
[Adjective]

(of a movie) lacking spoken dialogue

Ex: The silent film was accompanied by a live piano score , enhancing the mood of the scenes .
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stage-struck
[Adjective]

enthusiastic about theater and eager to become an actor

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theater-going
[Adjective]

relating to the frequent habit of going to the theatre

Ex: The theatre-going crowd was excited for the premiere of the new production.
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theatrical
[Adjective]

related or belonging to the theater or acting

Ex: Her gestures were theatrical, as if she were performing on a grand stage rather than simply conversing in a cafe .
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U
[Adjective]

describing a movie that is suitable for everyone's view, including children

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upstage
[Adverb]

at or toward the back part of the stage that is the most distant from the audience

Ex: Props were hurriedly cleared away upstage before the next scene.
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young adult
[Adjective]

relating to movies or programs that are suitable or made for adolescents

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star-studded
[Adjective]

consisting of multiple famous entertainers, performers, etc.

Ex: The premiere was a star-studded event with actors and directors from all over the world .
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feature-length
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(of a movie) of standard duration as a typical movie, mostly between 75 and 210 minutes long

Ex: His script was turned into a feature-length movie .
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