animatics
Rough animated previsualization
Animatics are rough preliminary versions of animated sequences, typically using still images, storyboard panels, or limited animation synchronized to dialogue, sound effects, and music.
They serve as blueprints before full animation begins, allowing filmmakers to test timing, pacing, and story flow: We reviewed the animatics before committing to production.
The term also applies to animated storyboards used in advertising to pitch commercials to clients.
Planned visual sequence drawings
- previsualizationPlanning visuals before production
- timingArt of choosing moments
- pacingRate of movement
- layoutSpatial arrangement of elements
blocking · sequence · editing · transitions · director · cinematography · framing · shots
Non-interactive game sequence
- cinematicRelating to motion pictures
- pre-renderedGenerated before playback
- trailerPromotional film excerpt
- interactiveAllowing mutual exchange
storyboard
Planned visual sequence drawings
- previsualizationPlanning visuals before production
- timingArt of choosing moments
- pacingRate of movement
layout · blocking · sequence · editing · transitions · director · cinematography · framing · shots · continuity
cutscene
Non-interactive game sequence
- cinematicRelating to motion pictures
- pre-renderedGenerated before playback
- trailerPromotional film excerpt
keyframe
Fixed animation reference point
tweening · lip-sync · movement · sequence · timeline · layering · 2D · 3D · CGI · stop-motion
commercial
Paid broadcast promotion
- animationanimators, cartoon, cartoons, toons, Mickey Mouse
- Pre-productionstoryboard, casting, budgeting, casting call, scheduling
- storyboardspanels, frames, keyframes, key frames, thumbnails
- DVD extrasspecial features, making-of, behind-the-scenes, director commentary, outtakes
- deleted scenesouttakes, bloopers, gag reel, extended scenes, alternate ending
animaticsfinal cut
Approved version for release
theatrical cut · post-production · master copy · finished product · raw footage
- computer animationMotion pictures generated digitally
- 3D animationComputer-rendered moving imagery
- suspended animationHalted vital functions, reversible
- animation studioCartoon production company
- animating spirit
- digital animationComputer-generated moving images