auteur in German

auteur in German is Autorenfilmer, Cineast — auteur means a film director, or other artist, whose personal style is so strong that they are treated as the true creator behind their work.

auteur in German

Autorenfilmer

noun

A creative artist, especially a film director, seen as having a specific, recognisable artistic vision, and who is seen as the single or preeminent ‘author’ of their works.

Cineast

noun

A creative artist, especially a film director, seen as having a specific, recognisable artistic vision, and who is seen as the single or preeminent ‘author’ of their works.

What does "auteur" mean?

noun A film director, or other artist, whose personal style is so strong that they are treated as the true creator behind their work.
"That all of these screen luminaries apparently just popped to Anderson’s set for a day to film a tiny scene is indicative of where the auteur stands at this point in his 31-year career."

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

auteur in a sentence

That all of these screen luminaries apparently just popped to Anderson’s set for a day to film a tiny scene is indicative of where the auteur stands at this point in his 31-year career.
At the same time, the round-faced, soft-spoken Mr. Wilson — who didn’t surf — became one of pop’s most gifted and idiosyncratic studio auteurs, crafting complex and innovative productions that awed his peers.

Common German translations

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Frequently asked questions

What is "auteur" in German?

"auteur" in German is Autorenfilmer, Cineast. auteur means: A film director, or other artist, whose personal style is so strong that they are treated as the true creator behind their work.

Are there other ways to say "auteur" in German?

Yes — German has 2 translations listed for "auteur": Autorenfilmer, Cineast.

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