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Cinema Spectator

ECFS Productions

An ECFS Productions Original Podcast: Cinema Spectator is a film history podcast that takes away the pretense that usually comes along with learning about film. Each week, we tackle a "classic" of film history but do these films actually hold up for a modern audience? Can they entertain someone who grew up on Spider-Man reboots and Jim Carrey movies, or will they forever be relics of a bygone era?

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All Episodes

01:39:26

Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 (2023)

Cinema Spectator ·

2023/05/16

Juzo Greenwood joins Isaac Ransom in a conversation about Marvels latest release. While reviewing Guardians of the Galaxy, the host reflect on James Gunns marvel trilogy, the state of the MCU, and their impressions of this film in particular. Can these film admirers heal their disenfranchised hearts, or is the MCU continuing to loose respect from the general movie enthusiast? Cinema Spectator is a movie podcast hosted by Isaac Ransom and Cameron Tuttle. The show is executive produced by Darrin

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01:43:58

Beau Is Afraid (2023)

Cinema Spectator ·

2023/05/09

Juzo and Cameron discuss the most recent addition to Ari Aster's excellent body of work. A polarizing, bizarre, and often unsettling movie, Beau Is Afraid is undeniably unique! If you haven't seen the movie yet, be aware this is a spoiler-heavy discussion. Cinema Spectator is a movie podcast hosted by Isaac Ransom and Cameron Tuttle. The show is executive produced by Darrin O’Neill; recorded & produced in the San Francisco Bay Area, CA. You can support the show at patreon.com/ecfsproductions

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01:32:22

Locke (2013)

Cinema Spectator ·

2023/05/02

Isaac and Cameron take a break from Martin Scorsese's filmography to watch a consumable, low-budget A24 release from 2013. Directed by Steven Knight, Locke stars Tom Hardy, a successful project manager and family man who is faced with an urgent moral decision. Without getting too far into spoilers, the movie strips back to a simple concept and execution, resulting in a film that is more unique. But can simple mechanics and a tight script win over a casual viewer? Cinema Spectator is a movie podcast

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01:58:43

The Last Temptation of Christ (1988)

Cinema Spectator ·

2023/04/25

Critics liked it. Christians did not. Isaac and Cameron step into the controversy this week, reviewing one of Martin Scorsese's early pictures that revolves around the christian struggle against sin in a fictitious gospel setting. The movie stars William Defoe as Jesus Christ, focusing on the painful temptations of pursing a holy, sinless life while being connected to God. It's cutting into some difficult territory (usually scrutinized as blasphemy), even with an early disclaimer stating that it's

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01:25:11

The State of Movies in the 2020s

Cinema Spectator ·

2023/04/18

Juzo and Cameron have an in-depth discussion about the state of movies since the pandemic; we discuss if movie theaters are on the way out, if new talent will continue to emerge, or if films as we know it are going to change for the worse. We won't be discussing a specific movie, but we will be recapping some of our favorites from 2022, and talking about how hopeful we are about 2023! Cinema Spectator is a movie podcast hosted by Isaac Ransom and Cameron Tuttle. The show is executive produced by

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01:37:56

The Departed (2006)

Cinema Spectator ·

2023/04/04

After reviewing The Wolf of Wall Street, Isaac and Cameron decided to lean more into Martin Scorsese's film library. Set to review The Departed, Isaac reflects on his pervious opinions of Scorsese and attempts to find enjoyment in this thrilling crime drama. Starting Leonardo DiCaprio, Matt Damon, and Jack Nicholson, following a riveting race between a rat in the police force and a rat in the mob. Alongside, Isaac and Cameron briefly review the recently-released John Wick 4. Cinema Spectator is a

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01:55:56

The Wolf of Wall Street (2013) - 10 Years Later

Cinema Spectator ·

2023/03/28

Cameron and Isaac finish up their retrospective on 2013 movies with Scorceses famous release. Staring Leonardo DiCaprio and Jonah Hill, The Wolf of Wall street follows events based on the true story around Jordan Belfort and his sketchy workings as a stock broker. Full of partying, debauchery, and derogatory behavior, Jordan achieves the highest level of wealth with little regard for the family around him. Can this wild ride entice the casual or will the excessive display be too much to for Isaac to

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01:19:54

Gravity (2013) - 10 Years Later

Cinema Spectator ·

2023/03/21

Cursed from the moment they saw it together, Isaac and Cameron embark to revisit this sci-fi thriller that they both saw together in theaters back in 2013. Gravity, directed by Alfonso Cuarón (known for Children of Men) follows a small group of astronauts surviving against high-speed debris orbiting the earth. Starring Sandra Bullock and George Clooney, the film came out to critical acclaim back in 2013. But can all the creative aspects and talent win over Isaac from his infamous distaste of this

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01:23:01

Her (2013) - 10 Years Later

Cinema Spectator ·

2023/03/14

Cameron and Isaac continue to revisit prolific films released in 2013, reflecting on how they have held up and their relevance to the usual film discussions. Her follows a heartbroken man in the not-so-distant future who discovers a new companion in the form of an AI driven operating system. Directed by Spike Jones and composed famously by Arcade Fire, Her explores melancholy themes derived from modern relationships.

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01:27:41

Enemy (2013) - 10 Years Later

Cinema Spectator ·

2023/03/07

This month episodes (requested by Tim Smith), Cameron takes Isaac back 10 years to remember 2013. This retrospective starts with Denis Villeneuve, covering a lesser known 2013 release staring Jake Gyllenhaal, Sarah Gadon, and more. Follow a haunting story of a surrounding a mundane history professor who just discovered an actor look-alike while watching a movie. Can this eerie, metaphorical journey be enough for a casual viewer to connect, or will Villeneuve lean into obscurity beyond a normal

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02:00:23

The Fablemans (2022)

Cinema Spectator ·

2023/02/28

The Oscar nomination and 2022 wrap-up continues, with Isaac, Cameron, and special-guest Juzo Greenwood driving into Steven Spielberg's latest film. Witness a slow moving coming-of-age film following the auto-biographical upbringing of Spielberg himself. The fact that is was directed and created by Spielberg has created some distain for the movie, but the crew believes that this movie might be trying to show something more than self-indulgence. Cinema Spectator is a movie podcast hosted by Isaac

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01:34:55

Tár (2022)

Cinema Spectator ·

2023/02/22

Oscar nominations continue with Tár, starting Cate Blanchett as an elite musical conductor haunted by a self-fulfilling failure surrounding her questionable actions and interactions with the people around her. Cameron and Isaac discuss this slow film and try to derive what it all means. Can it even connect with a casual viewer? Cinema Spectator is a movie podcast hosted by Isaac Ransom and Cameron Tuttle. The show is executive produced by Darrin O’Neill; recorded & produced in the San Francisco Bay

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01:37:01

Top Gun: Maverick (2022)

Cinema Spectator ·

2023/02/14

Isaac and Cameron continue the 2022 reviews with this huge summer blockbuster staring Tom Cruise. Widely seen and widely discussed, Top Gun: Maverick picks up the story from the first film 30-some years later, following Maverick's life in older age. Tasked with training younger pilots, Maverick jumps back in the cockpit for a thrilling action adventure. So what made this film a smashing success? And what might it fail at? A casual and a critic are here to expand the conversation on action films

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01:41:27

Everything Everywhere All at Once (2022)

Cinema Spectator ·

2023/02/07

Juzo and Isaac kick off the Oscar conversation with this highly praised action drama Fromm 2022. With an incredible cast, innovative creativity, and important message, it's no surprise this film is in the conversation for best picture. But how does it hold up to a casual and a film expert? Warning: some light spoilers for the Irishman and a few other films at the end of the episode. Cinema Spectator is a movie podcast hosted by Isaac Ransom and Cameron Tuttle. The show is executive produced by

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01:15:27

reSunset Boulevard (1950)

Cinema Spectator ·

2023/01/31

Revisiting a film for the second time on this show is a first, but Cameron and Isaac thought it would be great way to assess a "casuals" response to cinematic exposure. Our Sunset Boulevard conversation revolves around revisiting films, finding new things to appreciate, and dissecting some of its excellence with the previous context of Wilder movies. This is not a normal review, instead a retrospective on the experience of watching a great film for the second time. Cinema Spectator is a movie

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01:30:35

Cinema Spectator’s 2022 Re Cap Awards

Cinema Spectator ·

2023/01/24

Isaac and Cameron look back on a year of reviews in 2022 and hand out arbitrary awards as they reflect on Cinema Spectators journey. 2022's Full Episode List: City Lights (1931) The General (1926) and One Week (1920) A Quick History of Early Silent Films Manhattan (1979) About Time (2013) Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind (2004) 500 Days of Summer (2009) The Batman (2022) 1984 (1984) Jarhead (2005) The Assassination of Jesse James by the Coward Robert Ford (2007) 1917 (2019) Top 10

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01:10:04

The Birds (1963)

Cinema Spectator ·

2023/01/17

There's birds. There's Hitchcock. But is there suspense this time? Cameron and Isaac are back to finish the exploration of Alfred Hitchcock films with this well-known thriller. Will it live up to his great films of the past or will this be a stumble in this impressive catalog. Cinema Spectator is a movie podcast hosted by Isaac Ransom and Cameron Tuttle. The show is executive produced by Darrin O’Neill; recorded & produced in the San Francisco Bay Area, CA. You can support the show at

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01:20:43

Rope (1948)

Cinema Spectator ·

2022/12/20

Isaac and Cameron continue their exploration of Hitchcock movies in reverse, reviewing a small-scale drama surrounding murder and morality. This film revolves around a strange event after a murder: a house party. The body is hidden. And the murders are hosting. Follow the peculiar unraveling of a verbose crime, followed by interesting philosophical ideas around humanity and its moral standards. Cinema Spectator is a movie podcast hosted by Isaac Ransom and Cameron Tuttle. The show is executive

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01:32:50

Rear Window (1954)

Cinema Spectator ·

2022/12/13

The duo is back to review another classic from the "master of suspense"! Isaac and Cameron dive into another Alfred Hitchcock film, but will this be the movie to win over our host as Hitchcock fans? Rear Window follows L.B, a recently injured photo-journalist who has been surveying his neighborhood from his apartment window. After viewing what appeared to be a normal day, L.B seeing some suspicious behavior that sets him on a mysterious puzzle to discover what's up with his neighbors. Cinema

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01:35:12

Vertigo (1958)

Cinema Spectator ·

2022/12/06

Cameron and Isaac are back after thanksgiving, and ready to dive into Alfred Hitchcock movies! Why Hitchcock? Because we both don't know enough about this famous director. Vertigo follows a traumatized SF detective hired to uncover if a wife is possessed by an old spirit. Can a wild set up retain a modern audience? Cinema Spectator is a movie podcast hosted by Isaac Ransom and Cameron Tuttle. The show is executive produced by Darrin O’Neill; recorded & produced in the San Francisco Bay Area, CA

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