retrospectieve

Retrospectieve is a Dutch noun meaning a retrospective, a review or survey of past events, works, or activities by looking back over a period. The term is derived from Latin retrospectus 'looking back' and is cognate with the English word retrospective. In Dutch, the adjective form is retrospectieve, and both forms are used in cultural and professional contexts.

In arts and culture, a retrospectieve is an exhibition or program that surveys the oeuvre of an artist, filmmaker, or composer. It typically spans a significant portion of the individual's career, includes major and lesser-known works, and is presented with contextual material such as essays, timelines, and critical commentary. The aim is to provide an overview of development and major themes rather than to present a single work.

In project management and software development, a retrospectieve (retrospective) is a meeting or session held after a project or sprint to reflect on processes, collaboration, and outcomes. Participants identify what went well, what did not, and agree on concrete improvements. In Agile frameworks such as Scrum, retrospectives are time-boxed and repeated at regular intervals to foster continuous improvement.

Other uses include film, music, and theatre programs that compile and display a range of a creator's works, often in chronological order, sometimes presented as part of a festival or museum program. The term emphasizes looking back across a body of work or a period rather than presenting a single recent item.