Film and Theatre

the digital effects added to films or videos to enhance or create visual elements that are impossible or too expensive to achieve in real life

an artificial sound created and used in a motion picture, play, video game, etc. to make it more realistic

The sound effect of thunder added tension to the dramatic scene in the movie.

the chief assistant to the gaffer or key grip

a piece of typically oval-shaped jewelry featuring a raised relief image, often a woman's profile, carved in a material such as shell or stone

She wore a vintage cameo brooch passed down from her grandmother.

the last section of a literary or dramatic piece where the plot is concluded and all the matters of the work is explained

The denouement of the play revealed the true motives behind the protagonist’s actions.

a short interval between parts of a play, movie, etc.

During the interlude, the stage was rearranged for the second act.

an imaginary barrier that separates the mise en scene and the fictional characters from the audience, especially in a theatrical performance

Breaking the fourth wall, the character addressed the audience directly, inviting them into the inner workings of the play and blurring the line between fiction and reality.

a room in a theater, a studio, etc. in which performers can relax while not performing

The actors gathered in the green room before the show, going over their lines one last time and sharing words of encouragement.

an outdoor area in a movie studio, where large exterior sets are constructed and some scenes are shot

The bustling backlot of the film studio buzzed with activity as crews prepared elaborate sets for the next blockbuster production.

the first version of editing a movie, after different scenes are assembled

The director reviewed the rough cut of the film, making notes on which scenes needed trimming and where additional shots might be required.

a set of pictures or drawings depicting the outline of the plot of a movie, TV series, etc.

The director reviewed the storyboard before filming the scene.

a piece of raw footage that is recorded but is not used in the final edited version of a movie, TV program, etc.

The DVD's special features included hilarious outtakes, showing the cast breaking character and laughing during filming.

without prior practice or preparation

The actor forgot his lines and had to speak ad lib during the performance.

the time after a play or show has just ended when the performers come to the stage to receive the applause of the audience

As the final notes of the musical faded away, the audience erupted into applause, signaling the start of the eagerly anticipated curtain call.

a preparatory session during which actors read the words of a play before beginning to practice it on the stage

The cast gathered around a table for the read-through, eagerly flipping through their scripts and preparing to bring their characters to life.

a method used in theater production that indicates a change of the setting

Scene-shifting during the play was seamless, thanks to the efficient stage crew who worked swiftly to rearrange props and scenery between acts.

a set of scenes in a motion picture, novel, etc. that could be regarded independently and are very elaborate or complex

The grand ballroom set piece towered over the stage, adorned with crystal chandeliers and opulent furnishings, transporting the audience to a lavish 19th-century soiree.

to create a humorous imitation of something, often to mock or satirize it

The comedy show often spoofs popular TV commercials.

easily moved to tears

The movie was so sad it left everyone feeling weepy.

a type of comic theatrical production combining pantomime, dance, singing, etc. popular in the 1800s and early 1900s

The vaudeville show opened with a lively musical number, followed by a series of comedy skits performed by a troupe of traveling actors.

the art and methods of film-making, especially the photographic aspect and camerawork

The cinematography in the action sequence was dynamic and visually captivating.

a movie or television show based on real events, but not accurate in all the details

The docudrama portrayed the true story of a famous trial.

a type of movie involving crime including shadowy footage and dark background music that depicted cynical characters caught in dangerous situations

"Double Indemnity" is a classic film noir that follows an insurance salesman who becomes involved in a murder plot with a femme fatale, leading to betrayal and deception.

a genre of filmmaking that blends elements of documentary and fiction film, using real people or events but often fictionalizing certain aspects of the story for dramatic effect

a style of physical theater that satirizes social and political issues through exaggerated, grotesque performances and audience interaction

The bouffon performers delighted the audience with their grotesque and exaggerated antics, satirizing society's absurdities.

techniques used in movies and other media to create cool visuals or sounds using computers or filmmaking tricks to add excitement

The blockbuster movie featured breathtaking special effects that amazed audiences.