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Gremlins (1984)

Film
DirectorJoe Dante
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Form & technique
  • The film's overall generic structure, particularly the mix of horror, comedy, and Christmas movie tropes. → The Pastiche Playbook
  • The movie theater scene where the Gremlins watch Disney's Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs.
Tropes
  • The Gremlins' chaotic proliferation and destruction of consumer goods. → The Commodity Fetish
  • The origin of Gizmo from a mysterious, antique Chinatown shop run by Mr. Wing.
  • The invasion and destruction of the Peltzer family home. → The Uncanny
  • Kate Beringer's monologue about why she hates Christmas.

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