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“I don't believe that you can judge the worth of a movie in the atmosphere in which it comes out the first time. There's just so many reasons why some pictures don't catch on.”

Quote by Joe Dante

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Joe Dante is an American film director known for his works in the horror and science fiction genres. Born on November 28, 1946, he has directed several classic films since the 1970s, including 'Aliens' and 'The Howling'. Dante is praised for his unique visual style and deep understanding of storytelling in film. more

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