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cinematography Definition

cin·ema·tog·ra·phy (-fē)

noun

the art, science, and work of photography in making films

Etymology: < cinematograph, film projector < Fr cinématographe < Gr kinēma (gen. kinēmatos), motion + graphein, to write

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cinematography Usage Examples

Preposition: of

  • film: So the cinematography of the film just plays up to their appearances.

Converse of object

  • edit: Technically, it's cheesy and very low-budget, with appalling editing lurid cinematography.
  • include: He is single and his hobbies include cinematography, traveling, mountain biking and cooking.
  • have: Bava's films are always beautifully shot and this film has exemplary cinematography.
  • feature: The film is erotic, dangerous and features sumptuous cinematography, as each frame features an endless amount of detail.
  • use: This movie has some very eerie moments because of using a great cinematography.
  • win: The soundtrack is brilliant; how it didn't win best cinematography at the Baftas will remain one of the world's biggest mysteries.

Adjective modifier

  • lush: Fulton and Pepe ( Lost in La Mancha ) expertly weave the strands together, with breathtakingly lush cinematography by Anthony Dod Mantle.
  • breathtaking: There is a genuine sense of awe and wonder at all of the monsters on show, as well as some breathtaking cinematography.
  • gorgeous: The film is visually stunning, featuring gorgeous cinematography displaying the picturesque scenery and wildlife.
  • stunning: Some of the scenes are stunning, visually beautiful cinematography.
  • striking: The film looks beautiful with striking cinematography bolstered by some excellent choices of locations.
  • beautiful: Some of the scenes are stunning, visually beautiful cinematography.

Modifies a noun

  • shot: Stunning cinematography shot on Mont Blanc with an all star cast.
  • industry: Famous Personalities: The cinematography industry will prepare many great movies, and numerous actors and actresses will parade all over.
  • course: During the Second World War, The Polytechnic provided cinematography courses for the armed special forces.
  • award: Happily Kate Winslet is on hand to restore some sanity with a best cinematography award for The Aviator.

Noun used with modifier

  • time-lapse: With this software, you can capture single digital images, record movies, and perform time-lapse cinematography experiments.
  • color: His son Claude, a distinguished cinematographer, developed one of the early processes of color cinematography.
  • scope: The marvelous Scope cinematography and ass kicking choreography kept things thoroughly entertaining. *** 48.