filmisch
cinematic
Related to film or the art of filmmaking; in the manner of a film.
EXAMPLE
Der Regisseur setzte die Romanvorlage mit beeindruckenden filmischen Mitteln um.
The director adapted the novel using impressive cinematic techniques.
filmisch
cinematic
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Word structure
The adjective 'filmisch' (cinematic) is derived directly from the noun 'der Film' (film). The ending '-isch' (-ic/-ical) is often used in German to form an adjective from a noun that describes belonging or a characteristic.
EXAMPLE
Die Geschichte wurde mit großer filmischer Raffinesse erzählt.
The story was told with great cinematic sophistication.
Typical collocations
'Filmisch' (cinematic) is often used in art and media criticism. Typical combinations are 'filmische Mittel' (cinematic techniques), 'eine filmische Darstellung' (a cinematic depiction), 'filmische Ästhetik' (cinematic aesthetics), or 'eine filmische Erzählweise' (a cinematic narrative style).
EXAMPLE
Der Regisseur nutzte verschiedene filmische Mittel, um Spannung zu erzeugen.
The director used various cinematic techniques to create suspense.
Usage context
This adjective does not only describe that something has to do with film, but often also a certain quality that recalls the visual language of cinema. It is used to characterize atmosphere, images, or narrative techniques.
EXAMPLE
Die Landschaft wirkte in dem Licht fast schon filmisch.
In that light, the landscape looked almost cinematic.
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