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Matte Shot

Entertainment; Movies

A photographic technique whereby artwork - usually on glass - from a matte artist is combined with live action. Contrast this with back projection or a travelling matte.

Method Acting

Entertainment; Movies

A style of acting formalised by Konstantin Stanislavsky which is believed by some to create more realistic performances. Essentially, the theory requires actors to draw experiences from their own ...

Medium shot

Entertainment; Movies

A camera shot from a medium distance, usually showing the characters from the waist up, that allows the audience to see body language, but not as much facial expression.

Microphone

Entertainment; Movies

Also Known As: Mike, Mic. A device which converts sound into electrical impulses, usually for recording or amplification.

Mini-Majors

Entertainment; Movies

Also Known As: Mini Majors. Studios which are large but not as large as the majors: Embassy, Gramercy, etc.

Mini-Series

Entertainment; Movies

Also Known As: Miniseries. A television series with a set number of episodes which tell a complete story, usually filmed at the same time. Contrast with serial.

Mise-en-scene

Entertainment; Movies

Literally translated as "what's put into the scene", this is the sum total of all factors affecting the artistic "look" or "feel" of a shot or scene. These can include shot selection, shot ...