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screenplay

American  
[skreen-pley] / ˈskrinˌpleɪ /

noun

  1. a motion-picture or television scenario.

  2. Older Use. a motion picture.


screenplay British  
/ ˈskriːnˌpleɪ /

noun

  1. the script for a film, including instructions for sets and camera work

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

Etymology

Origin of screenplay

First recorded in 1915–20; screen + play

Example Sentences

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The comedy-drama film, directed by Kirk Jones, has also been nominated in the outstanding British film, supporting actor, original screenplay and casting categories.

From BBC

It reigned supreme at the Golden Globes earlier this month, winning best comedy, best director, best screenplay and best supporting actress, while "Hamnet" sprung a surprise by taking best drama film, beating out "Sinners".

From Barron's

Nominating this popcorn trifle for best picture is silly, but at least it didn’t get a screenplay nod for a script that’s simply: See Brad Pitt go, go, go.

From Los Angeles Times

The writer of Hamnet has described her Oscar nomination for the film's screenplay as "very surreal".

From BBC

Where to watch: Peacock Nominated for: Best picture, lead actress, adapted screenplay, original score What we said: “‘Bugonia’ is a hilarious movie with no hope for the future of humanity.

From Los Angeles Times