"Debut film" refers to the very first movie or film that someone has acted in, directed, or produced. It marks their initial entry into the world of filmmaking. Full definition
I would argue that this is one of the five best debut films that have been made in my lifetime. (reelnewsdaily.com)
Ben Richardson You wouldn't have thought from looking at «Beasts of the Southern Wild,» the wildly acclaimed, extremely beautiful, bayou - based magical realist debut film from director Benh Zeitlin, that it was shot by a British DoP with no formal training, registering his first credit on a feature. (indiewire.com)
Writer - director Jason Reitman continues his tradition of debuting his films at the Telluride Film Festival with the screening Thursday of his latest, the drama «Labor Day,» starring Kate Winslet and Josh Brolin. (orlandosentinel.com)