Photo-dramas, also known as silent films, were popular during the early 20th century. These films relied on visual storytelling through a series of filmed images, as opposed to dialogue. Synonymous terms for photo-dramas include silent cinema, motion pictures, moving pictures, and flickers. These terms refer to the medium of storytelling through the use of projected images, and are often used to describe both silent films and modern-day films with sound. Other terms that may be used in reference to photo-dramas include the silver screen, the cinema, or simply movies. Regardless of the terminology used, photo-dramas hold a significant place in the history of film, and continue to inspire filmmakers to this day.