filmmaker

noun

film·​mak·​er ˈfilm-ˌmā-kər How to pronounce filmmaker (audio)
: one who makes movies

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In this succession of adaptations, each filmmaker has gradually softened the original form—a dark and twisted story of obsession, generational trauma, and self-destruction—into something that more closely resembles a wild, cinematic love story. Cazzie David, Vogue, 6 Feb. 2026 The acquisition and distribution deal was negotiated by Neon’s director of acquisitions, development & production Kate Gondwe and UTA Independent Film Group on behalf of the filmmakers. Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 6 Feb. 2026 The filmmaker is renowned for his movies’ singular violence and transgressive content, often exploring horror, samurai and yakuza genres. Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 6 Feb. 2026 The acquisition and distribution deal was negotiated by Neon’s director of acquisitions, development and production Kate Gondwe and UTA Independent Film Group on behalf of the filmmakers. Etan Vlessing, HollywoodReporter, 6 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for filmmaker

Word History

First Known Use

1908, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of filmmaker was in 1908

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“Filmmaker.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/filmmaker. Accessed 10 Feb. 2026.

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