Celluloid film, a flexible strip of transparent material coated with light-sensitive emulsion, was the dominant medium for recording and displaying moving images in the early days of cinema.

Louis Lumière, along with his brother Auguste, is credited with inventing the first practical motion picture camera, the Cinématographe, and organizing the first public screening of films in 1895.

The Story of the Kelly Gang, an Australian film released in 1906, is widely recognized as the first feature-length narrative film, featuring a continuous storyline and running for over an hour.

Cross-cutting, also known as parallel editing, is a film editing technique where two or more scenes are intercut to create a sense of simultaneity or to compare and contrast different storylines.

The Jazz Singer, released in 1927, is widely regarded as the first feature-length film with synchronized dialogue, marking a significant transition from silent films to sound films.

D.W. Griffith is often hailed as one of the most influential directors of the silent film era, known for his innovative storytelling techniques and groundbreaking films like "The Birth of a Nation" and "Intolerance".

German Expressionism was a film movement that emerged in the 1920s and 1930s, known for its stylized visuals, distorted sets, and exploration of psychological themes.

Gone with the Wind, released in 1939, is often regarded as the first "blockbuster" film, breaking box office records and becoming a cultural phenomenon.

The teen movie genre emerged in the 1950s and 1960s, capturing the spirit of teenage rebellion and angst, with films like "Rebel Without a Cause" and "West Side Story".

2001: A Space Odyssey, released in 1968, is widely regarded as a groundbreaking film in terms of special effects and science fiction storytelling, pushing the boundaries of cinematic imagination.

New Hollywood was a film movement that emerged in the 1960s and 1970s, characterized by its focus on social realism, political issues, and a departure from traditional studio filmmaking.

El Mariachi, released in 1992, is often cited as a turning point in independent filmmaking, demonstrating the potential of low-budget storytelling and inspiring a new generation of filmmakers.

Found footage is a film genre that emerged in the 1990s and 2000s, characterized by its use of seemingly authentic footage, often presented as documentary-style evidence.

Avatar, released in 2009, is widely regarded as a groundbreaking film in terms of CGI and visual effects, pushing the boundaries of what was possible in cinematic storytelling.

Social Justice Cinema is a film movement that emerged in the 2010s, characterized by its focus on diversity, inclusion, and social justice issues, aiming to create a more equitable and representative film landscape.