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as in film
the art or business of making a movie
felt that the cinema was one of the most challenging and fulfilling forms of artistic expression
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as in theater
a building or part of a building where movies are shown
got a job cleaning the cinemas at the multiplex
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Recent Examples of cinema
Now regarded as one of cinema's most talented and versatile actors, Weaver has worked across genres (and budgets) over the last four decades and accumulated accolades from all corners of the industry.
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Declan Gallagher, Entertainment Weekly, 8 June 2026
In conclusion, Miller thanked Scorsese himself and paid respect to his impact on cinema.
—Jim Hemphill, IndieWire, 7 June 2026
Today, the hotel hosts unique cultural initiatives like LUMINA, dedicated to talent, creativity and a passion for cinema.
—Valentina Di Donato, Forbes.com, 6 June 2026
John Carney is cinema’s most soulful student of rock.
—Adam Graham, Boston Herald, 4 June 2026
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Declan Gallagher, Entertainment Weekly, 8 June 2026
In conclusion, Miller thanked Scorsese himself and paid respect to his impact on cinema.
—Jim Hemphill, IndieWire, 7 June 2026
Today, the hotel hosts unique cultural initiatives like LUMINA, dedicated to talent, creativity and a passion for cinema.
—Valentina Di Donato, Forbes.com, 6 June 2026
John Carney is cinema’s most soulful student of rock.
—Adam Graham, Boston Herald, 4 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for cinema
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Although the countdown disappeared after only a few minutes, Swifties spent weeks dissecting screenshots and theorizing about a possible connection to the upcoming film.—
Bryan West,
USA Today,
5 June 2026
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Handy has more than 150 acting credits to his name and had acted across television and film since the 1970s.—
Emily St. Martin,
Los Angeles Times,
5 June 2026
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Tarasiuk bypassed the traditional distribution model entirely, securing theatrical exhibition directly with theater chains without partnering with a distributor.—
Rosy Cordero,
Deadline,
4 June 2026
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There’s plenty of arts and culture, anchored by its regional performing arts venue, the Bankhead Theater, and the two movie theaters at either end of downtown.—
Martha Ross,
Mercury News,
4 June 2026
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For Washington, having a say in who directs — and in many other aspects of filmmaking that have more to do with what goes on behind the camera than in front of it — has made producing a priority.—
Jim Hemphill,
IndieWire,
2 June 2026
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Anyone interested in the physical side of pre-CG large-scale filmmaking will be fascinated by close-up glimpses of movie magic, like the transformation of the Spanish landscape into snowbound Russia for Doctor Zhivago or the construction of an entire Irish coastal village for Ryan’s Daughter.—
David Rooney,
HollywoodReporter,
27 May 2026
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Orrock currently has four playhouses spread throughout her yard, each with its own personality, theme and purpose.—
Ashley Vega,
PEOPLE,
5 June 2026
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Cavaiola Stone laid out what a successful program would look like for the playhouse.—
Noah Lyons,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
3 June 2026
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The movie’s cast also includes Matthias Schoenaerts, Eve Ridley, David Krumholtz, Emily Beecham, David Corenswet and Jason Momoa.—
Tracy Brown,
Los Angeles Times,
9 June 2026
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The Ritz Kids program offers fun diversions for children, including a popular Kids Night Out program in which children can have dinner, watch a movie, and play games while parents enjoy a child-free evening.—
Allison Tibaldi,
USA Today,
9 June 2026
Cite this Entry
“Cinema.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cinema. Accessed 10 Jun. 2026.
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