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Films

Moving visual images captured and recorded on film or digital media.

Films are moving visual images captured and recorded on film or digital media, typically combined with sound, to tell stories, convey information, or entertain audiences.

Etymology

Films is derived from the Latin word 'filmum', meaning a thin strip of material.

Explain Like I’m 5

Films are like moving pictures that tell stories or show events, and you can watch them on a screen.

Fun Facts

The first commercial motion picture was 'Roundhay Garden Scene' in 1888
Early films were often silent, relying on intertitles to convey dialogue
Technicolor was a significant innovation in film history

FAQ

What is film? It's a sequence of images shown on a screen to create the illusion of motion
How are films made? They involve recording live-action footage or creating animated images
What is a film reel? It's a spool containing motion picture film

Synonyms — Similar or Related Terms

movies motion pictures

Hypernyms — Broader Categories

audiovisual media entertainment

Hyponyms — Specific Examples

documentary fiction film short film

Meronyms — Parts or Components

scene shot soundtrack

Holonyms — Wholes or Groups

cinema entertainment industry

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