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A catchphrase is a signature phrase associated with a character or film.

A catalyst character is a figure who enters a story to initiate a profound change or force the protagonist into action, often without changing themselves.

The official title under which a film is listed in distribution catalogs.

Casting notes are brief descriptions of a character included in a screenplay, typically when the character is first introduced, to guide the casting process.

A casting director is a creative professional hired by a production to find, audition, and recommend the most suitable actors for the roles in a film or television show.

A casting call is a public or semi-public announcement of an open audition for roles in a film, television show, or theatrical production.

A cash-flow schedule is a detailed financial timeline that projects when money needs to be spent throughout a film's production.

A partial refund of qualifying production expenditures provided by government bodies.

A production model that removes more CO₂ than it emits

Carbon offsetting is a climate action strategy where a film production compensates for its unavoidable greenhouse gas emissions by investing in environmental projects that reduce carbon dioxide elsewhere.

A carbon footprint report for a film production is a detailed assessment that quantifies the total greenhouse gas emissions generated by all production activities.

A carbon fiber LED panel is a lightweight, durable display module used in virtual production and large-scale events, prized for its ease of assembly and structural integrity.

A carbon calculator for film is a specialized software tool used to measure, track, and analyze the total carbon footprint of a production.

A Caption File is a time-coded text file containing the dialogue and non-speech sound transcriptions, which is loaded alongside a video file by a media player to display closed captions or subtitles.

The Captain is a character archetype who embodies leadership, authority, and the immense responsibility of command over a vessel, crew, or unit.

A capsule wardrobe is a minimalist collection of essential, high-quality, and interchangeable clothing items, designed to maximize outfits with a minimal number of pieces.

A small, curated set of products released together, often themed around a film or franchise.

A caper film is a subgenre of crime film, and a lighter cousin of the heist film, that treats a robbery with a comedic, quirky, or lighthearted tone.

The Canon C70 is a compact cinema camera that packs the sensor and features of the C300 Mark III into a smaller, mirrorless-style body with an RF lens mount.

The Canon C300 Mark III is a professional Super 35 digital cinema camera known for its Dual Gain Output (DGO) sensor, exceptional dynamic range, and robust internal RAW recording capabilities.

A non‑competitive showcase and networking hub for short filmmakers.

Riviera-set showcase blends auteur prestige, yacht-deck deal-making, and staircase glamour.

An annual international film festival held in Cannes, France, celebrating artistic and technical achievements in cinema.

A social phenomenon involving public ostracization of individuals or entities deemed objectionable.

'Campy' describes a style that delights in theatricality, exaggeration, and bad taste, often celebrating an aesthetic of 'so bad it's good' with a knowing wink.

System that measures a camera’s position, rotation, and lens state so virtual scenes align with live action.

A camera test is a series of filmed trials conducted during pre-production to evaluate the performance of cameras, lenses, and film stock, or to assess an actor's on-screen appearance.

Camera projection is a visual effects technique that projects a 2D image onto simple 3D geometry to create the illusion of a three-dimensional scene.

The crew member who physically controls the camera to capture each shot.

Specific instructions for camera placement, movement, and framing to achieve the director’s vision.

A specially modified vehicle designed to mount and operate cameras for moving shots.

A brief on‑screen appearance by a notable figure playing themselves or a minor role.

A brief appearance by a known individual, often playing themselves or a minor role.

A practice of publicly highlighting perceived wrongdoing or problematic behavior, often through social media.

The call to adventure is an early plot event that disrupts the protagonist's ordinary world and presents them with a challenge, a goal, or a quest.

The cab driver is a character archetype who acts as a guide through the urban landscape, often serving as a philosopher, a witness to the city's secrets, or a catalyst for the plot.

A versatile grip stand used to hold lights, flags, silks, and other equipment on set.

A C-Plot is a tertiary narrative thread that complements the main and secondary storylines.

A C-47 is the film industry's slang term for a standard wooden spring-loaded clothespin, used ubiquitously by grips and electricians.

A C-story is a minor subplot in a screenplay that revolves around secondary characters or a running gag, adding texture and depth to the narrative.