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Types of Televisions

Television is a versatile technology you can install in your living room, kitchen, or bedroom. If you’re moving into a new home or looking to upgrade your existing television, you need to know what kinds of television are available and which are the best. But, what are the different types of TVs? In this guide, we will discuss the main…
Tonya Haley
September 22, 2022
Stories for a Better Planet: A Guide to Environmental Movies and Books environmental-stories-featuredEducationFilm & TVHistoryLearnMoviesTechnology

Stories for a Better Planet: A Guide to Environmental Movies and Books

Stories shape how we see the world, and when it comes to the environment, they often shape how we choose to protect it. Environmental storytelling has a unique power to transform seemingly distant and abstract issues like climate change, biodiversity loss, or pollution into deeply personal and relatable experiences. Data can inform us, but stories move us. Through compelling characters,…
Adria Marino
April 10, 2026
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A Beginner’s Guide to 3D Animation in Movies

Bringing a 3D-animated movie to life is no small feat. It takes a unique blend of artistic vision, storytelling instinct, and technical skill to create the kind of animation that captivates audiences. If a career in this field is something you're passionate about, the journey starts with understanding just how much work goes into every single frame. From character modeling…
Carina Jaramillo
August 14, 2024
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Writing for Theater and Film

Entertainment has been woven into American culture for centuries, from traveling circuses and Shakespeare performances to rock concerts, blockbuster films, Broadway stages and even your home theater. And in today's digital world, our connection to it runs deeper than ever. Social media and the internet give us around-the-clock access to our favorite stars, both on screen and off. For many…
Carina Jaramillo
April 10, 2016
50 Popular Theater Terms: Vocabulary, Objects, and Slang Explained vocabulary-featuredEducationFilm & TVHistoryLearnMovies

50 Popular Theater Terms: Vocabulary, Objects, and Slang Explained

Theater vocabulary is more than insider jargon. It's the shared language that helps people understand how performances come together. Whether you love movies, enjoy live performances, study drama in school, work behind the scenes, or simply want to expand your vocabulary, learning common theater terms makes the experience richer and more accessible. From what happens onstage to what goes on…
Adria Marino
March 17, 2026
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Home Theater Glossary

Shopping for a new TV for your home theater is exciting. If you’re creating a home theater for the first time, it can also be confusing. Wanting a fantastic TV with a mind-blowing surround sound system doesn’t instantly turn you into a tech geek who understands all the terminology you’re about to encounter. DON'T WORRY! Our comprehensive home theater glossary…
Bruce Tucker
September 29, 2020
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Movie-Watching Formats and Devices Over Time

It’s no secret that the movie industry has made some incredible strides over the past century. Just by watching an old film, movie lovers are reminded of how far technology has come—from cell phones the size of bricks to plastic monsters terrorizing a stop motion set, on and off-screen technology has progressed rapidly. Though it is difficult to imagine a…
Darcy McGilvray
June 21, 2021