the big screen
noun phrase
: movies and the movie industry especially when they are being compared to television
She was a star of the big screen.
The television show was adapted for the big screen.
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After multiple attempts to bring Marvel's First Family to the big screen, the latest adaptation, The Fantastic Four: First Steps, just dropped its first trailer — and not everyone is thrilled.
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Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 6 Feb. 2025
Though the film marks his first lead role on the big screen, Tesfaye is no stranger to Hollywood.
—Jack Smart, People.com, 4 Feb. 2025
Elliot Page Is Finally Home The actor, writer, and producer opens up about his return to the big screen in Close to You.
—James Factora, Them, 1 Feb. 2025
Obviously, this screening is designed for AOT devotees who want the rare chance to rewatch the conclusion of a decade-long journey on the big screen and as director Yuichiro Hayashi envisioned it to be experienced.
—Photo: Courtesy Of Hbo., refinery29.com, 31 Jan. 2025
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Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 6 Feb. 2025
Though the film marks his first lead role on the big screen, Tesfaye is no stranger to Hollywood.
—Jack Smart, People.com, 4 Feb. 2025
Elliot Page Is Finally Home The actor, writer, and producer opens up about his return to the big screen in Close to You.
—James Factora, Them, 1 Feb. 2025
Obviously, this screening is designed for AOT devotees who want the rare chance to rewatch the conclusion of a decade-long journey on the big screen and as director Yuichiro Hayashi envisioned it to be experienced.
—Photo: Courtesy Of Hbo., refinery29.com, 31 Jan. 2025
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“The big screen.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/the%20big%20screen. Accessed 22 Feb. 2025.
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