cineasta
“cineasta” means “filmmaker” in Spanish (General term for someone involved in making movies).
filmmaker
Also: movie director, cinematographer
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Esa cineasta ganó un premio en el festival de cine.
A2That filmmaker won an award at the film festival.
Ser cineasta requiere mucha paciencia y creatividad.
B1Being a filmmaker requires a lot of patience and creativity.
El cineasta independiente decidió grabar la película con su teléfono.
B2The independent filmmaker decided to shoot the movie with his phone.
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Created by combining 'cine' (from the Greek 'kinema' meaning movement) with the suffix '-asta' (used to describe a person who practices an art or profession).
First recorded: 20th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does cineasta mean the same thing as director?
Mostly, yes. While a 'director' specifically directs, 'cineasta' is a broader, more artistic term for a filmmaker.
Is 'cineasta' used for people who make YouTube videos?
Usually, 'cineasta' implies professional or artistic cinema. For YouTube, people often use 'creador de contenido' or 'youtuber'.
Can I say 'el cineasto' if the filmmaker is a man?
No. Even for men, the word remains 'cineasta'. Using 'cineasto' is a common mistake for learners.