Lingo

Film and Theatre

29 Words

15m

documentary
1.
doc
u
men
ta
ry
Noun

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

I saw a great documentary about the history of music.

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credit
2.
cre
dit
Verb

to recognize and acknowledge someone's effort in achieving a specific thing

The coach credits the team's victory to rigorous training sessions.

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season
3.
sea
son
Noun

a period of time that a year is divided into, such as winter and summer, with each having three months

During the spring season, my son enjoys swimming in the pool.

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episode
4.
e
pi
sode
Noun

one part of a series of a radio or TV show

The latest episode of the podcast delved into the history of ancient civilizations, captivating listeners with its engaging storytelling.

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series
5.
se
ries
Noun

a group of similar events, things, or people coming one after the other

The detective uncovered a series of clues that led to the identity of the culprit.

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clip
6.
clip
Noun

a detachable holder that feeds cartridges into a firearm

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monologue
7.
mo
no
logue
Noun

an extended speech delivered by an actor within a play or film

The actress received a standing ovation for her moving monologue in the third act of the play.

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script
8.
script
Noun

a written text that a movie, show, or play is based on

The actor memorized his lines from the script before the performance.

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scene
9.
scene
Noun

a part of a movie, play or book in which the action happens in one place or is of one particular type

The dream scene in the movie was very surreal.

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trailer
10.
trai
ler
Noun

a structure made in a factory that is used for living and can be moved easily

They lived in a trailer while their house was being renovated.

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subtitle
11.
sub
ti
tle
Verb

to provide a film or video with written translations or captions of the dialogue

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animation
12.
a
ni
ma
tion
Noun

a movie in which animated characters move

Children often enjoy animation because of the colorful characters and imaginative worlds.

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cast
13.
cast
Noun

all the actors and actresses in a movie, play, etc.

She was excited to join the cast of the upcoming film.

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resolution
14.
re
so
lu
tion
Noun

a firm decision to do something or to behave in a certain way, often made after careful consideration

She made a resolution to finish writing her novel by the end of the year.

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background
15.
back
ground
Noun

the part of a photograph, etc. that is situated behind the main figures, etc.

The photographer adjusted the lighting to highlight the background behind the main subject.

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dialogue
16.
dia
logue
Verb

to engage in a conversation or discussion between two or more people

The leaders agreed to dialogue in order to ease tensions between their countries.

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character
17.
cha
rac
ter
Noun

the set of mental qualities that make a certain person different from others

Because of his honest character, people trust him implicitly.

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plot
18.
plot
Verb

to secretly make a plan to harm someone or do something illegal

The group of conspirators plotted to sabotage the competitor's business by spreading false rumors.

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set
19.
set
Verb

to put something or someone somewhere or in a certain position

She set the book on the table.

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hero
20.
he
ro
Noun

a person who deserves great admiration for their bravery or good deeds

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producer
21.
pro
du
cer
Noun

a person or organization that creates, designs, or manufactures goods in order to sell them in the market for profit

The local farm is a major producer of organic vegetables.

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shoot
22.
shoot
Verb

to release a bullet or arrow from a gun or bow

The police officer had to shoot to defend against the armed suspect.

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shoot
23.
shoot
Verb

to release a bullet or arrow from a gun or bow

The police officer had to shoot to defend against the armed suspect.

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role
24.
role
Noun

the part or character that an actor plays in a movie or play

Despite her minor role in that movie, she made a strong impression.

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soundtrack
25.
sound
track
Noun

the recorded sounds, speeches, or music of a movie, play, or musical

The movie's soundtrack features a mix of classical and modern music.

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tea
ser
Noun

a short preview of a movie that aims to grab the attention of the audience

The teaser for the superhero film showed only the logo and a mysterious voice.

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act
27.
act
Verb

to do something for a special reason

The company decided to act quickly to address customer complaints and improve its services.

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chorus
28.
cho
rus
Noun

a section of a song or poem that follows each verse

The chorus of the song features a catchy melody that repeats throughout the track.

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backstage
29.
back
stage
Adverb

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

The actors hurried backstage to change costumes before the next scene.

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