portmanteau film

Definition

A film that combines two or more distinct stories, frequently connected by a single theme, premise, or author.

Etymology

Allusion to the idea of a portmanteau in the linguistic sense.

Example Sentences

• "We're so bombarded with images, it's a struggle to preserve our imaginations.' In response, he's turned to cinema, commissioning 11 film-makers to contribute to a portmanteau film, entitled '11'09"01' and composed of short films each running 11 minutes, nine seconds and one frame."