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Cinematography
Definition
Cinematography is the art or technique of movie photography, including both the shooting and development of the film.
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- cinematography techniques
- cinematography style
- cinematography award
- cinematography director
- cinematography excellence
- cinematography in film
- cinematography and lighting
Word family
noun cinematography
adjective cinematographic
Usage note
Cinematography refers specifically to the art and science of motion picture photography. It is often used in academic or professional contexts related to filmmaking.
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Example sentences
- The cinematography in this film is breathtaking.
- He studied cinematography in college.
- The director and cinematographer worked together closely to achieve the film's look.
- The cinematography captures the beauty of the landscape perfectly.
- I love watching movies with beautiful cinematography.
Quotes
'Cinematography is infinite in its possibilities... much more so than music or language.' - Conrad Hall
'Cinematography is about capturing light and shadow on film, painting with light.' - John Bailey
'Cinematography is a writing with images in movement and with sounds.' - Robert Bresson
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