Meaning & use
cinematography
The art and technique of capturing images on film or video, including camera work, lighting, and framing.
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The film won an award for its cinematography, especially its sweeping desert landscapes.
She studied cinematography to learn how camera angles shape the mood of a scene.
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A cinematographer, not the director, is usually the person responsible for a film's cinematography.
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