cinematic
adjective
cin·e·mat·ic
ˌsi-nə-ˈma-tik 
1
: of, relating to, suggestive of, or suitable for movies or the filming of movies
cinematic principles and techniques
cinematic special effects
2
: filmed and presented as a movie
cinematic fantasies
a cinematic adaptation of a novel
Examples of cinematic in a Sentence
a director who has produced some great cinematic moments
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The publication noted that the video blends cinematic moments with glimpses of Taylor’s public life, including scenes that highlight the intense media attention surrounding her fame.
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Claire Dodds, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 Apr. 2026
An ancient ginkgo tree enchants longing souls across more than a century in this spellbinding cinematic triptych starring Tony Leung Chiu-wai and Léa Seydoux.
—Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 1 Apr. 2026
When not giddily tearing apart the rom-com – a key conversation between Charlie and Emma happens in the trope-iest of cinematic eateries, a diner – Borgli asks really major thematic questions with his controversial subject matter.
—Brian Truitt, USA Today, 31 Mar. 2026
Considered the highest honor for a career in film, the AFI Life Achievement Award recognizes talent that has advanced the cinematic arts, demonstrated longevity and been acknowledged by scholars, critics, peers and audiences alike.
—Arushi Jacob, Variety, 31 Mar. 2026
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Claire Dodds, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 Apr. 2026
An ancient ginkgo tree enchants longing souls across more than a century in this spellbinding cinematic triptych starring Tony Leung Chiu-wai and Léa Seydoux.
—Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 1 Apr. 2026
When not giddily tearing apart the rom-com – a key conversation between Charlie and Emma happens in the trope-iest of cinematic eateries, a diner – Borgli asks really major thematic questions with his controversial subject matter.
—Brian Truitt, USA Today, 31 Mar. 2026
Considered the highest honor for a career in film, the AFI Life Achievement Award recognizes talent that has advanced the cinematic arts, demonstrated longevity and been acknowledged by scholars, critics, peers and audiences alike.
—Arushi Jacob, Variety, 31 Mar. 2026
See All Example Sentences for cinematic
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“Cinematic.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cinematic. Accessed 4 Apr. 2026.
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