Photoplay
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Photoplay is a noun meaning A theatrical play that has been filmed for showing as a movie.
Meaning
A theatrical play that has been filmed for showing as a movie.
More Meanings
- A novel adapted from a movie and illustrated with photographic stills taken from the film. Usage largely confined to the silent era of Hollywood.
- (dated) A motion picture.
Example Sentences
The three essentials of the photoplay are the Synopsis, the Cast and the Plot of Action.
Word Forms
- photoplays
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include see, theatrical, chapterplay, stageplay, screenplay, picture.
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