Definition

1. Proper noun:
   • American film producer: David O. Selznick was a prominent and influential American film producer, known for his work during Hollywood's Golden Age.
   • Notable for literary adaptations: He is particularly celebrated for his ambitious and successful film adaptations of major popular novels.

Usage Examples

• Proper noun:
  • David O. Selznick produced the epic film 'Gone with the Wind.' (This identifies him as the creator of a specific, famous movie.)
  • The filmmaking style of David O. Selznick was known for its grand scale and attention to detail. (This describes his characteristic approach to production.)

Advanced Usage

• "Selznick's vision": Refers to the distinctive, often lavish and story-driven, creative approach associated with David O. Selznick.
  • The movie's elaborate sets were a product of Selznick's vision.
• Historical/Critical Context: Used in film history and criticism to denote a specific era or style of high-production-value Hollywood filmmaking.
  • The lecture covered the producing model pioneered by David O. Selznick.

Variants and Related Words

• Selznick: A common shortened reference to David O. Selznick.
  • Selznick was famous for his detailed memos to directors.
• Selznick International Pictures: The name of his independent production company.

Synonyms

• Film producer: A general term for his primary professional role.
• Movie mogul: A term for a powerful and influential figure in the film industry, which applies to his status.

Related Idioms/Phrases

• "A Selznick production": This phrase, often seen in film credits, implies a production of large scope, high budget, and based on prestigious source material, carrying his signature style.
  • You can expect spectacular visuals in a Selznick production.

Noun

1. United States filmmaker noted for his film adaptations of popular novels (1902-1965)