(film) A theory that considers a work of cinema or television as the work of its director, rather than of the actors or producers

A creative artist, especially a film director, seen as having a specific, recognisable artistic vision, and who is seen as the single or preeminent ‘author’ of his works.

plural of auteur

(film) The view of film as an art form with an original and personal stylistic vision, especially in contrast to collective authorship in the studio system.