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Movie and Theater

35 Words

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action movie
1.
action movie
Noun

a movie with many exciting scenes involving fights, chases, and explosions

The latest action movie features intense fight scenes and jaw-dropping stunts.

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animation
2.
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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audition
3.
au
di
tion
Noun

a meeting during which actors, singers, or dancers show their skills and abilities in front of casting directors, producers, or other decision-makers to be considered for a role in a production

She nervously prepared for her audition by practicing her lines over and over.

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box office
4.
box office
Noun

the place where tickets for admission to an event are sold

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cast
5.
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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classic
6.
cla
ssic
Noun

a well-known and highly respected piece of writing, music, or movie that is considered valuable and of high quality

The book is regarded as a classic in English literature.

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clown
7.
clown
Noun

a person who wears a wig and a red nose to entertain an audience

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critic
8.
cri
tic
Noun

a person who expresses a negative or unfavorable opinion about something

The harsh critic lambasted the new restaurant's menu, calling it uninspired.

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criticism
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cri
ti
ci
sm
Noun

the process or action of evaluating and giving personal reviews of a work of art

Criticism of a play can influence audience perceptions and discussions about its themes and messages.

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direct
10.
di
rect
Adjective

going from one place to another in a straight line without stopping or changing direction

The direct route to the airport takes approximately twenty minutes by car.

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dramatic
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dra
ma
tic
Adjective

related to acting, plays, or the theater

She took a course in dramatic arts at university.

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edit
12.
e
dit
Verb

to choose and arrange the parts that are crucial to the story of a movie, show, etc. and cut out unnecessary ones

After shooting wrapped, the director and editor collaborated to edit the documentary.

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editor
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e
di
tor
Noun

someone who is in charge of a newspaper agency, magazine, etc. and decides what should be published

The editor reviewed the articles submitted by journalists before publication.

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entertaining
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entertaining
Adjective

providing amusement, often through humor, drama, or skillful performance

Her entertaining storytelling had everyone at the party enthralled.

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film festival
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film festival
Noun

an event during which a wide range of new movies from different countries are shown to the public

The Cannes Film Festival is one of the most prestigious film festivals in the world, attracting filmmakers and celebrities from around the globe.

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genre
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gen
re
Noun

a style of art, music, literature, film, etc. that has its own special features

Impressionism is a genre of painting known for its focus on light and color.

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part
17.
part
Noun

any of the pieces making a whole, when combined

Asking questions is an integral part of gaining knowledge.

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produce
18.
pro
duce
Verb

to make something using raw materials or different components

How did you manage to produce a meal so quickly?

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melodrama
19.
me
lod
ra
ma
Noun

a dramatic genre characterized by exaggerated emotions, intense conflicts, etc., often trying to create strong emotional reactions in the audience

The movie descended into melodrama in the final act, with characters delivering over-the-top speeches and indulging in exaggerated emotional outbursts.

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movie maker
Noun

someone who produces or directs films

As a movie maker, she enjoys bringing stories to life through the magic of cinema.

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musical
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mu
si
cal
Adjective

relating to or containing music

He's taking a musical theory class to enhance his songwriting skills.

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script
22.
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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scriptwriter
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script
wri
ter
Noun

someone whose job is to write the story of a movie, play, TV show, etc.

The scriptwriter spent months developing the movie’s dialogue.

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silent movie
Noun

a movie with no spoken dialogue

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special effects
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special effects
Noun

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.

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stage
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stage
Noun

an elevated area, especially in theaters, on which artists perform for the audience

The actor stepped onto the stage to deliver his monologue.

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star
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star
Noun

(astronomy) a shining point found in large numbers in the night sky

I looked up at the night sky and saw a shooting star.

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superhero
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su
per
he
ro
Noun

a fictional character with special and strange powers

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superstar
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su
per
star
Noun

an extremely popular and well-known performer or sports player

The actor became a superstar after his breakout role in the blockbuster movie.

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demigod
30.
de
mi
god
Noun

a person who is respected or admired like a god by other people

The rock star became a demigod to his fans.

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thriller
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thri
ller
Noun

a movie, novel, etc. with an exciting plot that deals with crime

He enjoys watching thrillers with intense action and unpredictable twists.

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tragedy
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tra
ge
dy
Noun

an event causing great suffering, destruction, and distress, such as a natural disaster or a serious accident

The earthquake was a terrible tragedy for the country.

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trailer
33.
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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villain
34.
vi
llain
Noun

the main bad character in a movie, story, play, etc.

The villain plotted to take over the kingdom.

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western
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wes
tern
Adjective

positioned in the direction of the west

The sun sets in the western part of the sky.

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