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Retrospective
Retrospective (from Latin retrospectare, "look back") generally means to take a look back at events that already have taken place.
Arts
In a more specific sense, the term commonly refers to an exhibition of a selection of art work.
In visual arts, a retrospective is an art exhibition presenting the life work of an artist.
In film as an art form, a retrospective is a representative selection of films of a specific director, actor or other member of crew, or pertaining to a specific cinematic genre or era. Retrospectives are common part of film festivals, but may also be presented by local movie theaters.
Medicine
The term is also used in medicine, describing a look back at a patient's medical or lifestyle history.
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