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US/ˌsɪn.ə.məˈtɑː.ɡrə.fi/
UK/ˌsɪn.ɪ.məˈtɒɡ.rə.fi/
the art of making films, especially the way a camera is used and scenes are lit
In context
The film won an award for its beautiful cinematography.
She studied cinematography at film school in Los Angeles.
The cinematography makes the desert look both lonely and grand.
Words that go with cinematography
adjective + noun
- stunning cinematographyThe movie is known for its stunning cinematography.
- beautiful cinematographyThe film has beautiful cinematography throughout.
noun + preposition
- award for cinematographyHe won an award for cinematography.
- director of cinematographyThe director of cinematography chose natural light.
verb + noun
- study cinematographyMany students study cinematography before working on sets.
- praise the cinematographyCritics praised the cinematography but not the script.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
a cinematographyCorrect: cinematography