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November 11, 2025 94 mins
In this episode, Sean and Lexi explore the life and career of filmmaker Joe Dante, known for his unique blend of horror and comedy. They delve into his early influences, his collaborations with major directors like Steven Spielberg and John Landis, and his iconic films including 'Gremlins,' 'The Burbs,' and 'Matinee.' They also discuss Dante's humorous anecdotes and filmmaking challenges, alongside listener polls on his most and least popular works. The episode wraps up with a new engaging segment encouraging listeners to submit their own movie reviews. 00:00 A Bloody Start 00:59 The Funniest Story on Patreon 01:58 Welcome to Jo Vember 02:49 Joe Dante: The First Week Joe 04:39 Joe Lynch: The Second Week Joe 05:17 Joe Begos: The Third Week Joe 07:15 Dealing with Reviews and Criticism 10:50 Joe Dante's Early Career 31:08 The Making of The Howling 36:06 Joe Dante's Filmography 48:54 Movie Perfection and Mental Breakdowns 49:42 Joe Dante's Views on Streaming and VOD 50:32 Joe Dante's Favorite Movies 51:22 Notable Directing Considerations 51:58 Spielberg and Joe Dante's Relationship 53:27 Joe Dante's Unmade Projects 55:58 Joe Dante's Personality and Hollywood Struggles 01:05:44 Listener Polls and Joe Dante's Legacy 01:10:40 Matinee and The Burbs Discussion 01:20:53 Final Thoughts and Future Plans Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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