as in movie
a story told by means of a series of continuously projected pictures and a sound track
a popular novel that was made into a major motion picture
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Recent Examples of motion picture
Few, if any, actors can boast having played the same superhero in as many major motion pictures as Hugh Jackman has played Wolverine.
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Gordon G. Chang, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 Apr. 2025
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.
—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
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Gordon G. Chang, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 Apr. 2025
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.
—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
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for motion picture
Noun
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The Naked Gun! movies) will teach viewers his 15 rules of writing parody.—
Tony Maglio,
HollywoodReporter,
15 May 2025
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And Sally Hawkins’ character (Laura!) seems creepy as hell in the horror movie, masterminded by directors Danny and Michael Philippou (Talk to Me), due out May 30.—
Kory Grow,
Rolling Stone,
15 May 2025
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But just before moving pictures started to proliferate in their nickelodeon infancy, the Shuberts saw an opportunity in the legitimate theater and grabbed it.—
Frank Rich,
Vulture,
8 Apr. 2025
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From universities that are as old (or older) than the moving picture itself, to budding programs, the schools on this list collectively offer an impressive array of educators, facilities and lessons to be learned.—
Todd Gilchrist,
Variety,
23 Apr. 2025
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In the film, Vince Vaughn takes on the role of the restaurant's owner, Joe, and Manganiello plays his best friend, Bruno.—
Ralphie Aversa,
USA Today,
10 May 2025
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Washington is promoting her new movie Shadow Force, and in the film, gender norms are challenged when the character who plays Washington’s husband is the more sensitive and present parent.—
Elizabeth Ayoola,
Essence,
9 May 2025
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Of all the documentaries on this list, My Octopus Teacher seems to have struck the most resonant chord with audiences, with its intimate storytelling and vital commentary on humanity’s connection with nature.—
Travis Bean,
Forbes.com,
11 May 2025
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The documentary challenges viewers to consider how female pain is often perceived or diminished.—
Angelica Frey,
JSTOR Daily,
11 May 2025
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“Motion picture.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/motion%20picture. Accessed 19 May. 2025.
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