hoi1 hei3開戲开戏
Jyutpinghoi1 hei3
Yalehōi hei
Definition
To greenlight, prepare, or begin production on a movie or play.
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How it's used
Focuses specifically on the production phase of a project, implying the act of greenlighting or initiating the creation of a film or stage play. It is commonly used in the entertainment industry to describe the transition from a script or concept to actual production. Unlike general terms for starting something, this carries a professional connotation related to the film or theatre business.
Examples
Does their company plan to start making a film this year?
This script is so good, we must turn it into a film.
Related words
Common phrases
to start a film production
to prepare for a film production
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Grammar guides
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