film star
The standard British English term for what Americans call a 'movie star' — a famous, glamorous actor or actress known primarily for their work in cinema.
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The standard British English term for what Americans call a 'movie star' — a famous, glamorous actor or actress known primarily for their work in cinema. While 'movie star' dominates in American culture, 'film star' remains the go-to phrasing across the UK and much of the Commonwealth. The term carries the same connotations of wealth, fame, and larger-than-life charisma, often used both literally and ironically to describe someone dressing or acting well above their station.
She walked into the party looking like an actual film star, turning every head in the room.
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(British) A movie star.
“"Revenge of the Sixth". This image is the iconic theatrical poster for the 2005 film Star Wars: Episode III – Revenge of the Sith. It depicts the climax of the prequel trilogy, showing Anakin Skywalker's fall to the dark side & transformation into Darth Vader”
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— Bluesky· May 2026
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