Semantic Analysis of Cinematic Expressions
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Film makers and cinematic critics depend on specialized jargons expressions in the process of both discussing their works and reviewing the latest releases. Theses expressions range from simple and direct to detailed and complex. Sometimes they are fully explained without the need of a full context and sometimes the full meaning is understood simply by using the jargon without others associations.
This study deals with the analysis of cinematic expressions and jargon in the light of Geoffrey Leech`s seven types of meaning. This framework has been chosen due to its wide scope and flexible features which makes it a proper model of analysis to examine the different meanings intended by these expressions.
Throughout the analysis the researcher has attempted to analyze the examples-within full sentences- applying the model of Leech and showing the differences between the types and the reasons behind neglecting certain types and the repetition of other types
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