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US/ˌsɪn.ə.məˈtɑː.ɡrə.fər/
UK/ˌsɪn.ə.məˈtɒɡ.rə.fə/
the person in charge of the camera and lighting when a film is made
In context
The cinematographer used soft light to give the film a dreamy look.
She won an award as the best cinematographer of the year.
The director and the cinematographer planned every shot together.
Words that go with cinematographer
adjective + noun
- award-winning cinematographerAn award-winning cinematographer shot the film.
- talented cinematographerShe is a talented cinematographer.
- veteran cinematographerA veteran cinematographer taught the crew.
verb + preposition
- work with a cinematographerThe director worked with a cinematographer for ten years.
noun + preposition
- cinematographer onShe was the cinematographer on three award-winning documentaries.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
He is a famous cinema.Correct: He is a famous cinematographer.