filmmaker
Translation
filmmaker, director
Examples
She is a famous filmmaker.
She is a famous filmmaker.
The filmmaker won an award for her work.
The filmmaker won an award for her work.
Grammar Patterns
((a filmmaker)) a person who makes films She is an independent filmmaker.
Similar Words
Synonyms: director, producer, cineaste
Etymology
A compound word from 'film' + 'maker'. Literally, someone who makes films.
Memory Tips
Break it down into its parts: a 'maker' of 'films'. It's very literal.