cinematic
adjective
cin·e·mat·ic
ˌsi-nə-ˈma-tik 
1
: of, relating to, suggestive of, or suitable for motion pictures or the filming of motion pictures
cinematic principles and techniques
cinematic special effects
2
: filmed and presented as a motion picture
cinematic fantasies
a cinematic adaptation of a novel
Examples of cinematic in a Sentence
a director who has produced some great cinematic moments
Recent Examples on the Web
Ayorinde’s attention to detail and Little Marvin’s cinematic genius created the perfect balance of history and horror.
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Okla Jones, Essence, 29 Apr. 2024
As the speech neared its conclusion, the room once again filled with music, a stately cinematic swell of synthesized strings.
—Charles Homans Robert Petkoff Anna Diamond Ted Blaisdell, New York Times, 27 Apr. 2024
The lower deck is home to an underwater viewing lounge that provides cinematic vistas of the world beneath the waves.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 26 Apr. 2024
The emotional track finds the eight-time Grammy winner adding her famous vibrato to poetic lyrics penned by Charlie Midnight, crooning over cinematic piano and strings.
—Hannah Dailey, Billboard, 25 Apr. 2024
This insightful discussion not only uncovers the layers of Hollywood’s impact but also connects cinematic depictions with real socio-political dynamics in Hawai’i.
—David L. Coddon, San Diego Union-Tribune, 25 Apr. 2024
There were many memorable cinematic performances that came from actresses in 1999 (Annette Bening in American Beauty, Samantha Morton in Sweet and Lowdown, Julianne Moore in Magnolia).
—Kevin Dolak, The Hollywood Reporter, 24 Apr. 2024
The new movies are set hundreds of years later, but take place in the same cinematic universe, with Teague’s character intended to anchor a fresh trilogy.
—Brent Lang, Variety, 18 Apr. 2024
Elizabeth Sankey’s deeply personal documentary examines the relationship between the cinematic portrayals of witches and the all-too-real experiences of postpartum depression by utilizing footage that spans the entirety of film history alongside heartrending personal testimony.
—Jack Dunn, Variety, 17 Apr. 2024
Okla Jones, Essence, 29 Apr. 2024
As the speech neared its conclusion, the room once again filled with music, a stately cinematic swell of synthesized strings.
—Charles Homans Robert Petkoff Anna Diamond Ted Blaisdell, New York Times, 27 Apr. 2024
The lower deck is home to an underwater viewing lounge that provides cinematic vistas of the world beneath the waves.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 26 Apr. 2024
The emotional track finds the eight-time Grammy winner adding her famous vibrato to poetic lyrics penned by Charlie Midnight, crooning over cinematic piano and strings.
—Hannah Dailey, Billboard, 25 Apr. 2024
This insightful discussion not only uncovers the layers of Hollywood’s impact but also connects cinematic depictions with real socio-political dynamics in Hawai’i.
—David L. Coddon, San Diego Union-Tribune, 25 Apr. 2024
There were many memorable cinematic performances that came from actresses in 1999 (Annette Bening in American Beauty, Samantha Morton in Sweet and Lowdown, Julianne Moore in Magnolia).
—Kevin Dolak, The Hollywood Reporter, 24 Apr. 2024
The new movies are set hundreds of years later, but take place in the same cinematic universe, with Teague’s character intended to anchor a fresh trilogy.
—Brent Lang, Variety, 18 Apr. 2024
Elizabeth Sankey’s deeply personal documentary examines the relationship between the cinematic portrayals of witches and the all-too-real experiences of postpartum depression by utilizing footage that spans the entirety of film history alongside heartrending personal testimony.
—Jack Dunn, Variety, 17 Apr. 2024
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“Cinematic.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cinematic. Accessed 2 May. 2024.
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