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General Movie Terms Starting With P
The general movie terms that begin with P, in alphabetical order.
Definitions of General Movie Terms Starting With P
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In structuralist film theory, a paradigm is the 'vertical' set of all possible choices or substitutions for any element in the film, while the 'horizontal' sequence of chosen elements is the syntagm.
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PechaKucha is a presentation format of twenty slides shown for twenty seconds each to encourage concise storytelling.
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A live, often ephemeral art form prioritizing action and presence over permanent objects.
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A film classification advising parental guidance for some material.
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A film rating indicating some material may be inappropriate for children under 13.
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Film phenomenology is a branch of film theory focused on the direct, embodied, and conscious experience of the spectator, analyzing how a film is perceived and felt rather than how it is interpreted.
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PLF—Premium Large Format—is an umbrella term for branded big-screen, big-sound auditoriums that command higher ticket prices.
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A spontaneous trivia challenge designed to test viewers’ knowledge of film facts and history.
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