| 词汇 | cold-open |
| 释义 | cold open noun[ C ] uk /ˌkəʊld ˈəʊ.pən/ us /ˌkoʊld ˈoʊ.pən/ the first part of a television programme or film that begins with part of the story, with a sketch(= a short, humorous performance), etc., rather than with music, a title, or any other information, or a way of starting a programme or film like this: For most of the show's run, the cold open began with the discovery of a crime, usually a murder. In recent years, the cold open has become more popular as a way to stop viewers from reaching for the remote when familiar theme music starts up. Unlike modern shows, the episodes did not begin with a cold open, but started by showing the title and main credits. The cold open shows him waking up in a hospital bed, with family and friends crowded round his bedside. This Saturday's cold open featured a spoof news show in which the cast poked fun at the president. Starting from the second season, most episodes of the show feature cold opens, many of which are unrelated to the episode's main plot. Broadcasting: programmes & other broadcasts action replay binge-watch blooper breakfast television breaking news commentary game show God slot green screen hate-watch headline radio broadcast reality show reality TV rerun rom com sketch syndicate vox pop webcast You can also find related words, phrases, and synonyms in the topics: Cinema & theatre: parts of plays, shows & films |
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