Cinema and Theater - Film Distribution
Here you will learn some English words related to film distribution such as "trailer", "premiere", and "late release".
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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
a particular kind of DVD on which large amounts of high-definition video and data can be stored
the delivery of digital media, such as films or music, through electronic means, such as the Internet, mobile networks, or satellite
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
a selection from different parts of a movie, TV series, games, etc. shown before they become available to the public
the practice of showing a movie in a small number of theaters initially, usually in major cities, before gradually expanding to wider distribution
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
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
a high-definition optical disc format designed for 4K and HDR content
a version of a film or video that has been converted into a digital format for distribution or viewing on digital platforms
the act or policy of eliminating or prohibiting any part of a movie, book, etc.
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
a type of disc that can store video and audio content, and was used in the past as a more affordable option than DVDs
an electronic device with a screen that receives television signals, on which we can watch programs
an entertainment system with television and sound equipment designed to create an experience which is similar to being in a movie theater
the showing of a movie, play, exhibition, etc. to a selected audience before its public release
a product such as a new movie, video game, etc. made available to the public
a single shot taken from a motion picture, especially one used for documentation or advertisement
an original version of a movie, document, recording, etc. from which copies can be made
a motion picture that enhances the illusion of depth perception, hence making the images appear three-dimensional, using stereoscopic projection
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
an alternative programming scheduled at the same time as a popular event to attract a different audience
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
a label indicating that some parents might find the content of the motion picture not suitable for their children's view
a warning given before the important plot points of a movie, book, game, etc. are revealed
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