Film

Definition

Film refers to both the material used for capturing images in photography and the medium used for storytelling through motion pictures. It consists of light-sensitive emulsion coated on flexible strips or sheets.

Related terms

Cinematography: The art of capturing moving images on film or digital media.

Exposure: The amount of light that reaches the film when taking a photograph.

Montage: A filmmaking technique that involves combining different shots together to create meaning or convey emotions.