A movie (also called a film, moving picture, motion picture, picture, photoplay or flick) is a work of visual art that simulates experiences and otherwise communicates ideas, stories, perceptions, emotions and information to an audience. It’s a medium of entertainment that has existed in one form or another since the beginnings of cinema.
A review of a movie is written by a critic or a film buff that evaluates the film in light of its artistic, historical, social and cultural impact. It is often a critical and objective piece of writing that assesses the film from a number of viewpoints, including its storyline and character development. A movie review can also be written from a more personal standpoint, based on the individual viewer’s emotional response to the movie.
In a movie review the writer considers how the plot is developed and whether it is original or predictable. They may also comment on the characters and how well they are developed, what makes them likeable or unlikable, whether there is any faulty dialogue or interesting quotes that stand out and so on. If the movie has a particular setting, such as a city, country or period in time, the writer should discuss how this contributes to the overall tone and atmosphere of the film.
It is also important to examine how the director and his or her vision are portrayed in the movie. The filmmaker’s style, their political stance or background and controversial life are often important elements in a movie and can be used to draw the audience into the world of the film.
Other elements of a movie to look at include the acting and the casting. Does the acting feel natural, and how much of a comedic or emotional impact does it have? How diverse is the cast?
The way the actors are filmed is also important, and the camera and editing styles can make or break a film. The use of music is also a common element to consider, how does the soundtrack add to the film and does it enhance or distract from the storyline?
It’s also important to remember that movies are a re-presentation of real time and events that us as viewers weren’t around to see. This is especially true for historical films and biopics – the directors, camera crew and actors/actresses in the movie were around to see the actual events and people they are portraying, but the audience watching the movie today hasn’t.
In the end, a good movie is about making an emotional connection with the audience. This can be achieved through the acting, the setting and location, or through a clever use of special effects. It’s also possible that the film resonates with the viewer on a more personal level because it speaks to them about their own experiences or because it stars some of their favourite actors. This can be a great way to make a movie more relatable and enjoyable.