The difference between the set of a film and the film was set in

The movie is set in post Civil War America.”

“The movie is set in feudal era Japan.”

“The movie is set in the future year 2089.”

This usually refers to the time period or event a movie is based on. I’ve never heard “setting a movie” as a phrase but I don’t work in the film industry.

“They are shooting/filming the movie in Canada this winter.”

“I’m shooting/filming my own movie for my art class.”

Shooting and filming have the same meaning and are used when the filming (recording) or movie making is actively happening, present tense. “Shot” and “filmed” would be the past tense.

“We shot the movie last year.”

“We filmed for 3 months in France.”

“The move premiers tonight at the downtown theatre.”

“The movie will be premiering at the film festival this weekend.”

“I got tickets for the movie premier tonight.”

Premiere references the opening night or first public showing of a movie/film.

Movie and film can be used interchangeably. Film is a more classic term and often used for more artistic pieces like at the Cannes Film Festival. Movies are usually more made for entertainment pieces that debut in movie theaters right away

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