Refers to the overall quality of a movie. This value is based on criteria like set design and costumes. It is not based on criteria like the directing, acting, and the script.

An effect used to produce scenes that cannot be achieved by normal techniques (especially on film).

Someone who finances and supervises the making of a show.

A low-budget Western that technically classified as a B-movie. Spaghetti westerns were generally filmed in Spain or Italy during the 1960s and they were often characterized by sparse dialogue and low production values.

One who operates dolls or marionettes.

The script for a movie production written by a screenwriter. The screenplay contains all of the dialogue, character movements, and essential actions.

The musical portion of a film’s soundtrack. This is often music created specifically for the movie by a composer. It consists of background music as well as orchestral pieces.

The audio portion of a film. Technically, it refers to the dialogue, sound effects, and musical score that accompanies a film. However, in popular circles, it refers to an assortment of songs heard through the film, which is then sold as an album.

A part added to a book or film that continues and extends it.