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    Screen test
    /ˈskrēn ˌtest/

    noun

    • 1. a filmed test to ascertain whether an actor is suitable for a movie role.

    verb

    • 1. give a screen test to (an actor): "over 100 kids were interviewed and screen-tested"

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  3. screen-test. verb. (also screen test) uk / ˈskriːn ˌtest / us / ˈskriːn ˌtest /. [ I ] to do a short piece of acting in front of a camera in order to see if you are suitable for a part in a film or TV show: We wondered if you might be interested in screen-testing for a part in a new sitcom.

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  4. The meaning of SCREEN TEST is a short film sequence for assessing the ability or suitability of a person for a motion-picture role.

  5. Screen test definition: a filmed audition to determine the suitability of an individual for appearing or acting in a motion picture.. See examples of SCREEN TEST used in a sentence.

    • Dacre Montgomery, “Stranger Things” Season 2
    • Tom Holland, “Captain America: Civil War”
    • Audrey Hepburn, “Roman Holiday”
    • Rachel McAdams, “The Notebook”
    • Shay Mitchell, “Pretty Little Liars”

    This screen test is clear evidence that Montgomery fully understood the character of Billy—from his physical demeanor to his gestures to his cool, intimidating personality. It also makes clear that the Australian actor would have no problem with an American accent.

    This video showcasing how Holland nabbed the role of Peter Parker gives a glimpse into how a casting audition differs from a screen test.

    Hepburn was invited to do a personality test on account of her not being able to meet the production team in Hollywood. Although it’s an older example, this screen test shows how the general foundations of the process remain relatively the same.

    Using a pivotal scene from the script, this screen test demonstrates McAdams’ ability to portray a character in a moment of high emotion through small gestures and thoughtful emotional responses.

    Mitchell talks the audience through the experience of auditioning for “Pretty Little Liars,” as well as showing her screen test. Not only do we get insight from an older Mitchell, but this screen test also demonstrates her acting ability at a young age.

  6. (ˈskrinˌtest) transitive verb. 1. to give a screen test to. The studio screen-tested 400 children before casting the part. intransitive verb. 2. to undergo a screen test. Dozens of actors have screen-tested for the role. Most material © 2005, 1997, 1991 by Penguin Random House LLC.

  7. a test to see if somebody is suitable to appear in a film. He asked Redford to read the script and take a screen test. She had a screen test for the role of Scarlett O’Hara. Topics Film and theatre c2

  8. Definitions of screen test. noun. a filmed audition of an actor or actress. see more.

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