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Filmpodium Zürich Honors Joe Dante with Retrospective

exhibition · 2026-04-24

The Filmpodium Zürich is hosting a retrospective of American director Joe Dante, known for his anarchic 1980s hit 'Gremlins'. The event includes screenings and a conversation about his career, including his work with Roger Corman, giant spiders, and remakes. The retrospective highlights Dante's subversive approach to mainstream cinema.

Key facts

  • Filmpodium Zürich is hosting a Joe Dante retrospective.
  • Joe Dante directed 'Gremlins', a major 1980s hit.
  • The retrospective includes a conversation with Dante.
  • Topics include Roger Corman, giant spiders, and remakes.
  • Dante is known for his anarchic, subversive filmmaking.
  • The event takes place in Zürich.
  • The retrospective honors Dante's career.
  • Dante's work challenges mainstream cinema conventions.

Entities

Artists

  • Joe Dante
  • Roger Corman

Institutions

  • Filmpodium Zürich

Locations

  • Zürich
  • Switzerland

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