1. a person who makes movies or films, especially a director or producer

Examples

• The filmmaker spent three years developing the script for her debut feature.
• Many independent filmmakers use crowdfunding to finance their projects.
• Steven Spielberg is one of the most successful filmmakers in Hollywood history.
• The documentary filmmaker interviewed dozens of people for her project.
• Young filmmakers often start by making short films to build their portfolios.
• The festival celebrates filmmakers from around the world.