motion picture
noun
1
: a series of pictures projected on a screen in rapid succession with objects shown in successive positions slightly changed so as to produce the optical effect of a continuous picture in which the objects move
2
: a representation (as of a story) by means of motion pictures : movie
Examples of motion picture in a Sentence
He was given a starring role in a major motion picture.
a popular novel that was made into a major motion picture
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Vampire Weekend and Clairo became my go-to commute companions, resurfacing memories of transformative years, and the Challengers motion picture soundtrack completely altered my reality.
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Rolling Stone, 28 Dec. 2024
An original song consists of words and music, both of which are original and written specifically for the motion picture.
—Paul Grein, Billboard, 20 Dec. 2024
The biopic was nominated for three Golden Globes, including best motion picture – drama and best performance by a male actor in a motion picture – drama.
—Mariel Turner, The Hollywood Reporter, 10 Dec. 2024
Gomez co-starred in the film alongside Zoe Saldaña, whose performance also earned a Golden Globe nomination for best supporting actress in a motion picture.
—Emily Mae Czachor, CBS News, 9 Dec. 2024
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Rolling Stone, 28 Dec. 2024
An original song consists of words and music, both of which are original and written specifically for the motion picture.
—Paul Grein, Billboard, 20 Dec. 2024
The biopic was nominated for three Golden Globes, including best motion picture – drama and best performance by a male actor in a motion picture – drama.
—Mariel Turner, The Hollywood Reporter, 10 Dec. 2024
Gomez co-starred in the film alongside Zoe Saldaña, whose performance also earned a Golden Globe nomination for best supporting actress in a motion picture.
—Emily Mae Czachor, CBS News, 9 Dec. 2024
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“Motion picture.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/motion%20picture. Accessed 5 Jan. 2025.
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