A movie is a moving picture that tells a story. It usually has a plot that is the story of two or more people. Movies can be funny or sad. They can also be scary. Most movies have a happy ending. Some movies have a good message and are educational. Many movies are made by big companies. Others are made by independent producers. They often tell creative stories that are not typical. Some of these movies are called art films or avant-garde. Some of these movies are very expensive to make. Some of them are very popular and make a lot of money. Some of them win awards. They can be categorized as dramas, comedies, action, and fantasy.
Some movies are about war, crime, and other serious topics. Some movies are about family relationships. Some are about history. Other movies are about the future or about science. Many of these movies are animated. They can be very entertaining for children. Some of them are made by Disney.
Movies start by being written. A writer writes a script, which is the story of the movie with words and things that actors will say. Then a director reads the script and decides what to do with it. Then he or she hires people to help make the movie. The people who make the movie are called actors, directors, producers, and cameramen. Then they film the actors saying and doing the things in the movie. The actors practice until they are ready for the movie. Then a director shoots the movie. Then the editor puts together the film so it looks like a movie.
The movie is shown in a theater or on TV. People can see the movie by buying tickets or renting a DVD. They can also watch it on the internet.
Sometimes a reviewer gives background information about the movie, such as the setting, the time period, and the issues it depicts. This is important because it helps the viewer understand the movie.
Other times a reviewer focuses on the movie’s artistic qualities, such as its acting, directing, and cinematography. The reviewer can also discuss the movie’s emotional impact. This is especially important if the movie is about an event in history.
Movies are usually considered the most important art form in the world. Every year, the magazine Sight and Sound publishes a poll of the best movies ever made. This year’s poll included more than 1,600 critics, programmers, archivists, and academics. The list has changed over the years. Some movies have fallen off the list. Other movies have risen up the list.
Some of the criteria for a movie to be the best include the story, the acting, and the direction. Other criteria are depth of thinking, the authenticity of what is being depicted, and the wit or cleverness of the writing. A movie that is very creative or unusual may be the best of all. This is because it makes the audience think about the movie for a long time.