cinematography

American  

[sin-uh-muh-tog-ruh-fee] / ˌsɪn ə məˈtɒg rə fi /

noun

1. the art or technique of video photography, traditionally used in movies, but also in the production of TV shows and other video content.

   The agency is hiring award-winning film directors to elevate these television commercials with classic cinematography and state-of-the-art special effects.

2. the artistic vision, tone, look, and feel of a video production.

   The film’s warm cinematography and romantic musical score immerse the audience immediately in a sweet and nostalgic world.

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cinematography British  

/ ˌsɪnɪməˈtɒɡrəfɪ, ˌsɪnɪˌmætəˈɡræfɪk, ˌsɪnɪməˈtɒɡrəfə /

noun

1. the art or science of film (motion-picture) photography

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Other Word Forms

• cinematographer noun
• cinematographic adjective
• cinematographically adverb

Etymology

Origin of cinematography

First recorded in 1895–1900; cinematograph, -graphy

Example Sentences

Although there were some notable upsets, like “One Battle After Another” taking the cinematography prize over such widely anticipated nominees as “Train Dreams” and “Sinners,” many of the winners felt inevitable.

From Los Angeles Times

It also won best editing, best cinematography and best adapted screenplay.

From BBC

Adolescence star Erin Doherty is in Train Dreams, which is up for a cinematography award at this year's ceremony.

From BBC

It took prizes for best feature, director and cinematography, the kind of haul that suggests real momentum.

From Los Angeles Times

The film won three of its four categories, also grabbing wins for best director and best cinematography.

From Barron's