filmography

American

[fil-mog-ruh-fee] / fɪlˈmɒg rə fi /

noun

plural

filmographies

a collection of writings about motion pictures, especially detailed essays dealing with specific films.
a listing of motion pictures by actor, director, genre, etc., and usually including pertinent facts about the production of each film.

filmography British

/ fɪlˈmɒɡrəfɪ /

noun

a list of the films made by a particular director, actor, etc
any writing that deals with films or the cinema

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Etymology

Origin of filmography

First recorded in 1960–65; film + (bibli)ography

Example Sentences

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The death was confirmed by Fred Dekker, director of “The Monster Squad,” who wrote on Facebook, “Tom’s indelible performance as Frankenstein ... is a highlight of my modest filmography.”

From Los Angeles Times

While Duvall’s filmography is too rich for us to be comprehensive — even when he’s on the margins, he shines — here are our 10 favorites, presented in the order of their release.

From Los Angeles Times

But so far this awards season, Paul Thomas Anderson -- whose formidable, eclectic filmography runs from "Boogie Nights" to "There Will Be Blood" -- has won almost every prize going for "One Battle After Another."

From Barron's

Reiner’s filmography was full of these gems, with stunners like “Stand By Me” and “The Princess Bride” that defined not just their era but people’s entire lives.

From Salon

Tilt Reiner’s filmography one way and it appears to be all about opposition, a restless yen to zag when others assumed he’d zig.

From Los Angeles Times

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