1.
CINEMA
The Language of Pictures

2.
Definition of Cinema
A Cinema is a series of still images that, when
shown on a screen, create the illusion of
moving images.

3.
Steps of Making A Cinema
• Development : The first stage in which the ideas for the film
are created.
• Pre-production : Arrangements and preparations are made for
the shoot.
• Production : The raw footage and other elements for the
film are recorded during the film shoot.
• Post-production : The images, sound, and visual effects of the
recorded film are edited and combined into
a finished product.
• Distribution : The completed film is distributed, marketed,
and screened in theaters.

4.
Cinematic Language
• It is a set of methods filmmakers use to tell a
story.
• It is same for the viewer as storytelling is for a
listener.
• Two approaches to convey information
• Explicit Meaning : Gives audience the exact
information.
• Implicit Meaning : Open to interpretation of the
viewer.
• Communication between filmmaker and audience
is the main idea.

5.
Similarities between General
Language and Cinematic Language
General Language Cinematic Language
Word Shot
Sentence Shot Sequence
Paragraph Scene
Chapter Dramatic Sequence
Punctuation Editing

6.
Benefits of Cinema
• Gives us entertainment
• Socialize us
• Teaches teamwork
• Stirs our Imagination
• Informs us about other cultures
• Educates us
• Art form
• Mirror of the society
• Inspires us

7.
Disadvantages of Cinema
• Spreads violence
• Made only for profit
• Spreading false notions
• Wastage of money and time
• Addiction to cinema