How could film be a language?

Question

How could film be a language?

Answer 1

Ever seen star treck...

KLINGON!

Answer 2

I don't know about film actually being a language in the literal sense. But film is a method of communication - just like a language.

Answer 3

its a visual text.

Answer 4

camera techniques, angles and shots are used to create a mood or reaction in the audience...

simple example. if you use diagonal lines, it will always create a sense of tension.

In this way, the camera creates and tells the story. Thus, it is a language