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Key Filmmakers Vocabulary - Martin Scorsese

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Key Filmmakers Vocabulary
born
born
[Adjective]

brought to this world through birth

Ex: The newly born foal took its first wobbly steps, eager to explore its surroundings.
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November
November
[noun]

the 11th month of the year, after October and before December

Ex: November is also known for events such as Veterans Day , Remembrance Day , and Black Friday , which commemorate veterans , honor the memory of fallen soldiers , and kick off the holiday shopping season , respectively .
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New York City

the largest city in New York State and in the United States; located in southeastern New York at the mouth of the Hudson river; a major financial and cultural center

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the United States

a country in North America that has 50 states

Ex: The United States is a country located in North America .
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to grow up

to change from being a child into an adult little by little

Ex: When I grow up, I want to be a musician.
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asthma
asthma
[noun]

a disease that causes shortness of breath and difficulty in breathing

Ex: It 's important for people with asthma to work closely with their healthcare providers to manage their condition and prevent exacerbations .
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culture
culture
[noun]

the general beliefs, customs, and lifestyles of a specific society

Ex: We experienced the local culture during our stay in Italy .
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physical
physical
[Adjective]

characterized by energetic bodily activity

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film school

an educational institution where students learn about various aspects of filmmaking, including directing, producing, screenwriting, and cinematography

Ex: He chose to enroll in a film school in New York City to immerse himself in the vibrant filmmaking community .
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movie
movie
[noun]

a story told through a series of moving pictures with sound, usually watched via television or in a cinema

Ex: We discussed our favorite movie scenes with our friends after watching a film .
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big
big
[Adjective]

having great importance

Ex: The conference was a big opportunity for networking with industry leaders .
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famous
famous
[Adjective]

known by a lot of people

Ex: She became famous overnight after her viral video gained millions of views .
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exciting
exciting
[Adjective]

making us feel interested, happy, and energetic

Ex: They 're going on an exciting road trip across the country next summer .
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guilty
guilty
[Adjective]

feeling bad because of having done something wrong or not having done something that should have been done

Ex: He felt guilty for not visiting his grandparents more often .
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mistake
mistake
[noun]

an act or opinion that is wrong

Ex: A culture that encourages risk-taking and learning from mistakes fosters innovation and creativity .
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right
right
[Adjective]

according to the principles of justice or ethics

Ex: He struggled to determine the right course of action in the difficult situation .
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wrong
wrong
[Adjective]

against the law or morality

Ex: Breaking promises is wrong because it shows a lack of reliability and integrity .
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to play
to play
[Verb]

to represent the role of a particular character in a play, movie, etc.

Ex: The role of Romeo was one of the most fulfilling I ever played.
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award
award
[noun]

a prize or money given to a person for their great performance

Ex: The student received an award for his outstanding academic achievements .
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documentary

a movie or TV program based on true stories giving facts about a particular person or event

Ex: The wildlife documentary showcased the beauty of nature .
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music
music
[noun]

a series of sounds made by instruments or voices, arranged in a way that is pleasant to listen to

Ex: Her favorite genre of music is jazz .
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history
history
[noun]

all the events of the past

Ex: Her family history includes stories of immigration and resilience that have been passed down through generations.
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organization

a group of people who work together for a particular reason, such as a business, department, etc.

Ex: Volunteers help the organization achieve its goals .
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to save
to save
[Verb]

to keep someone or something safe and away from harm, death, etc.

Ex: The scientist 's discovery may save countless lives in the future .
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super
super
[Adverb]

to a high or exceptional degree

Ex: This math problem is super easy .
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successful
successful
[Adjective]

getting the results you hoped for or wanted

Ex: She is a successful author with many best-selling books .
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filmmaker
filmmaker
[noun]

a movie director and producer, especially an independent one who is fully in charge of the movie production

Ex: The young filmmaker's innovative approach to movie production has gained critical acclaim .
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viewer
viewer
[noun]

an individual who watches content, such as videos, TV programs, or live streams, through traditional broadcasting channels or digital platforms

Ex: The channel analyzed viewer ratings to decide on future programming.
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