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cinematography

/ˌsɪnɪməˈtɒɡrəfi/ noun · British & US
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What does cinematography mean?

noun

The art or technique of motion-picture photography, including the selection of camera angles, lighting, and movement, and the use of camera movements and other techniques to create a visual style.

Example

"The cinematography in the film was breathtaking, with sweeping shots of the landscape and intimate close-ups of the characters."

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