A movie is a type of visual art that uses moving images and sound to tell stories or express ideas. Movies can make people laugh, cry or feel scared. They can be about real events or fiction. Most movies are made by large movie companies and are shown in cinemas. Some are very popular and others are not. Some of the most famous movies are Citizen Kane, Rebel Without a Cause and The Godfather.
Movies are usually divided into different types, such as drama, action, and horror. They are also sometimes grouped into genres, like comedy and science fiction. Movies can be very serious or funny, but they are almost always entertaining to watch.
Generally movies are about fictional characters that live in the same place, and have a story to tell. These stories are told using a combination of special effects, sets (man-made places that are built on a film studio set) and acting. Most movies have a happy ending, where all problems are solved and everyone lives happily ever after.
There are also movies that have sad endings, but these are rare. Movies that are very sad can make people very emotional and do not always appeal to the public. Some of these movies are called independent or art films. They are often more creative or strange and have more of a cult following. They are rarely shown in cinemas, but they can be seen on TV or video.
Some movies are very expensive to make, but they can be very successful and make lots of money. These are called blockbusters. They often have sequels, so people can see what happens next.
Movies can be about people or animals. They can be about war, love or even murder. Many people like to watch movies that make them laugh, but some enjoy movies that are scary or make them cry. Movies can also be about history, religion or anything else that is interesting.
A lot of movies are made by big movie companies, and are sold in cinemas and on video and DVD. There are also independent or art films, which are not made by big movie companies and are not sold in cinemas. These films are usually cheaper to make but they can be more difficult to find. They are often more interesting and unusual than the blockbusters, and they can be a bit more realistic, or have a more interesting story.
One of the most interesting movies was probably This Is Spinal Tap, which is a rock mockumentary about a fictional British heavy metal band. It is very funny and has some great characters. Another good movie is 2001, which is about space travel and has some very impressive special effects. Other movies have a lot of science in them, and can be about things that are not really possible in real life, like a black hole or travelling faster than light. Other interesting movies are space operas, like Star Wars and Alien.