Movies, also known as films, are produced by recording images with cameras or through animation and special effects to give the illusion of movement. The first narrative film was The Great Train Robbery in 1903, which was 10 minutes long and a precursor to the Western genre. Films are typically produced in five stages from development through distribution. Popular genres include action, animation, comedy, drama, family films, and more. The Academy Awards, commonly known as the Oscars, honor achievement in film through various categories such as best picture, directing, acting, and technical awards.

1. A Brief History of Movies By Esther Lui