biopic

Etymology
Shortened from ; synchronically bio + pic.

Noun

 * 1)  A motion picture based on the life (or lives) of a real, rather than fictional, person (or people).

Usage notes
Most American and British dictionaries give only the pronunciation with a long o.

Etymology
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Usage notes
The term biopic is still rare in France. It is used in specialised press. For common use, use film biographique.

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