motion picture
noun
1
: a series of pictures projected on a screen in rapid succession with objects shown in successive positions slightly changed so as to produce the optical effect of a continuous picture in which the objects move
2
: a representation (as of a story) by means of motion pictures : movie
Examples of motion picture in a Sentence
He was given a starring role in a major motion picture.
a popular novel that was made into a major motion picture
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Sachar’s novel was previously adapted into a motion picture in 2003, directed by Andrew Davis and starring Shia LaBeouf, Sigourney Weaver, and Jon Voight.
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Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 22 Apr. 2025
The last line of the rule says any Academy member, motion picture company, or individual directly associated with an eligible motion picture found to be in violation will be subject to penalization.
—Marcus Jones, IndieWire, 21 Apr. 2025
The Producers Guild Awards recognizes outstanding achievements in producing across various categories, including theatrical motion pictures, television, documentaries, animation, and emerging media.
—Paul Grein, Billboard, 21 Apr. 2025
Indio Performing Arts Center Located in the heart of downtown, the Indio Performing Arts Center (IPAC) promotes arts and entertainment for the community, with theater, music, motion pictures, and other artistic mediums.
—Pat Doherty, Travel + Leisure, 6 Apr. 2025
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Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 22 Apr. 2025
The last line of the rule says any Academy member, motion picture company, or individual directly associated with an eligible motion picture found to be in violation will be subject to penalization.
—Marcus Jones, IndieWire, 21 Apr. 2025
The Producers Guild Awards recognizes outstanding achievements in producing across various categories, including theatrical motion pictures, television, documentaries, animation, and emerging media.
—Paul Grein, Billboard, 21 Apr. 2025
Indio Performing Arts Center Located in the heart of downtown, the Indio Performing Arts Center (IPAC) promotes arts and entertainment for the community, with theater, music, motion pictures, and other artistic mediums.
—Pat Doherty, Travel + Leisure, 6 Apr. 2025
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“Motion picture.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/motion%20picture. Accessed 5 May. 2025.
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