Filmland

/ˈfɪlmlænd/ noun

Definition

The world or industry of film and movies; a term for Hollywood or the film industry generally.

Etymology

Compound of 'film' and 'land,' creating a metaphorical place name for the movie industry and culture, popularized in early-to-mid 20th century entertainment writing.

Kelly Says

'Filmland' became a whimsical name for Hollywood in the Golden Age of cinema—it captured the magical, fantastical quality people associated with the movie industry.

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