Cinema Spectator

Memento (2000)

Nolan month begins, Isaac and Cameron dive into the mind-bending world of "Memento" (2000). Join us as we explore a captivating tale starring Guy Pearce and Carrie-Anne Moss. Prepare to be mesmerized as you unravel the intricate narrative of Leonard Shelby (Pearce), cursed anterograde amnesia, fragmented memories, and the quest for vengeance. With Nolan's signature nonlinear storytelling and mind-boggling twists, "Memento" offers a cinematic experience like no other. Our hosts will analyze the brilliant performances, layers of intrigue, and Nolans work as a whole. Discover the secrets hidden within each frame, as we discuss the film's innovative use of reverse storytelling and time, all symbolized through Leonard's disjointed perception of memory. Dissect "Memento" (2000) with us, exploring unique insights, theories, and discussions that will leave you reflecting on all of Nolan’s work. Whether you're a devoted fan of Christopher Nolan or a newcomer to this cinematic gem, this episode will unlock the mysteries of "Memento" and ignite your passion for the art of storytelling.

 

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. Follow us on Youtube, Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter under ECFS Productions (@ecfsproductions). Isaac and Cameron started recording podcasts with their first project Everything Comes from Something (2018), now focusing on new weekly content for Cinema Spectator. Cameron Tuttle is a full-time professional cinematographer, majoring in SFSU Film School to collaborate with corporate, private, and creative productions. Cameron is the expert. Isaac Ransom is a professional creative, digital marketer, and product manager working full-time. Isaac is the student. The podcast is a passion project between two longtime friends, we hope you can enjoy our project with the limited time we have! Thank you for your time, your generosity, and support.

5 Ways to Enjoy Movies More! (Advice from someone who was forced to watch lots of movies).

It's time to get real. Movies were made to be enjoyed. Even the ones that don't seem like it. Profound art can be difficult to approach, but that doesn't mean it shouldn't be done. Isaac Ransom, one of the co-hosts of Cinema Spectator sits down for a one-on-one with the audience, discussing some points that he has found have improved his movie viewing. Get ready for some helpful tips all from the perspective of a casual movie viewer. Yes, you too can find true bliss in watching Barry Lyndon. I promise. 

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. Follow us on Youtube, Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter under ECFS Productions (@ecfsproductions). Isaac and Cameron started recording podcasts with their first project Everything Comes from Something (2018), now focusing on new weekly content for Cinema Spectator. Cameron Tuttle is a full-time professional cinematographer, majoring in SFSU Film School to collaborate with corporate, private, and creative productions. Cameron is the expert. Isaac Ransom is a professional creative, digital marketer, and product manager working full-time. Isaac is the student. The podcast is a passion project between two longtime friends, we hope you can enjoy our project with the limited time we have! Thank you for your time, your generosity, and support.

Transformers (2007)

This week on Cinema Spectator, Isaac tasked Juzo Greenwood (our resident film expert) to review a personally iconic 2000s action movie. Fire up your engines and get ready to discuss the explosive blockbuster that defined a generation - Michael Bay's Transformers (2007). Buckle up and hold on tight as we explore the high-octane action, breathtaking visual effects, and corny dialog that makes this film one of Isaac's childhood favorites. Charismatic performances include Shia LaBeouf (Sam Witwicky), Megan Fox (Mikaela Banes), and the towering presence of Optimus Prime, voiced by the legendary Peter Cullen. Whether you're a die-hard fan of the Transformers franchise or simply seeking an exhilarating 2000s cinematic experience, this episode brings you back to the explosive thrills and heart-pounding excitement that made Transformers (2007) a monumental hit. Autobots, roll out!

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. Follow us on Youtube, Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter under ECFS Productions (@ecfsproductions). Isaac and Cameron started recording podcasts with their first project Everything Comes from Something (2018), now focusing on new weekly content for Cinema Spectator. Cameron Tuttle is a full-time professional cinematographer, majoring in SFSU Film School to collaborate with corporate, private, and creative productions. Cameron is the expert. Isaac Ransom is a professional creative, digital marketer, and product manager working full-time. Isaac is the student. The podcast is a passion project between two longtime friends, we hope you can enjoy our project with the limited time we have! Thank you for your time, your generosity, and support. 

Silence (2016)

The long-awaited follow-up review from Martin Scorces's film arsenal is finally here. Explore the riveting masterpiece, Silence (2016), with insightful hosts Isaac Ransom and Cameron Tuttle, as they delve into the profound depths of this mesmerizing historical drama. The film includes incredible performances of acclaimed actors Andrew Garfield, Adam Driver, and Liam Neeson, who bring their characters to life in a story of faith, resilience, and sacrifice. From the haunting landscapes of 17th-century Japan to the moral dilemmas faced by the Jesuit priests, Isaac and Cameron reflect on the film's messages while discussing their own Christian faith experiences. Engross in this episode that offers unparalleled insights from a Christian/Movie Critic angle and discover one of the most compelling movies of recent years. Tune in now and explore your faith with Silence.

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. Follow us on Youtube, Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter under ECFS Productions (@ecfsproductions). Isaac and Cameron started recording podcasts with their first project Everything Comes from Something (2018), now focusing on new weekly content for Cinema Spectator. Cameron Tuttle is a full-time professional cinematographer, majoring in SFSU Film School to collaborate with corporate, private, and creative productions. Cameron is the expert. Isaac Ransom is a professional creative, digital marketer, and product manager working full-time. Isaac is the student. The podcast is a passion project between two longtime friends, we hope you can enjoy our project with the limited time we have! Thank you for your time, your generosity, and support. 

Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 (2023)

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 O’Neill; recorded & produced in the San Francisco Bay Area, CA. You can support the show at patreon.com/ecfsproductions. Follow us on Youtube, Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter under ECFS Productions (@ecfsproductions). Isaac and Cameron started recording podcast with their first project Everything Comes from Something (2018), now focusing on new weekly content for Cinema Spectator. Cameron Tuttle is a full-time professional cinematographer, majoring from SFSU Film school to collaborate with corporate, private, and creative productions. Cameron is the expert. Isaac Ransom is a professional creative, digital marketer, and product manager working full-time. Isaac is the student. The podcast is a passion project between two longtime friends, we hope you can enjoy our project with the limited time we have! Thank you for your time, your generosity, and support. 

Beau Is Afraid (2023)

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. Follow us on Youtube, Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter under ECFS Productions (@ecfsproductions). Isaac and Cameron started recording podcast with their first project Everything Comes from Something (2018), now focusing on new weekly content for Cinema Spectator. Cameron Tuttle is a full-time professional cinematographer, majoring from SFSU Film school to collaborate with corporate, private, and creative productions. Cameron is the expert. Isaac Ransom is a professional creative, digital marketer, and product manager working full-time. Isaac is the student. The podcast is a passion project between two longtime friends, we hope you can enjoy our project with the limited time we have! Thank you for your time, your generosity, and support. 

Locke (2013)

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 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. Follow us on Youtube, Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter under ECFS Productions (@ecfsproductions). Isaac and Cameron started recording podcast with their first project Everything Comes from Something (2018), now focusing on new weekly content for Cinema Spectator. Cameron Tuttle is a full-time professional cinematographer, majoring from SFSU Film school to collaborate with corporate, private, and creative productions. Cameron is the expert. Isaac Ransom is a professional creative, digital marketer, and product manager working full-time. Isaac is the student. The podcast is a passion project between two longtime friends, we hope you can enjoy our project with the limited time we have! Thank you for your time, your generosity, and support. 

The Last Temptation of Christ (1988)

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 not a recreation of the gospel. The core of this spiritual consideration is from an adaptation of Nikos Kazantzakis' 1955 novel, which also drove a bit a outrage when the book was released. Providing a unique christian/critic perspective, the host's decided to discuss this movie in-depth, carefully considering the intention of Scorsese, the theological implications, and the philosophical points that this flawed film wrestles with. Is there anything a Christian can respect about this movie? Does the film even hold up outside of the Christian lens? Cinema Spectator is going to find out, with a great 2 hour conversation ready to break it all down. More notable stars include Harvey Keitel, Barbara Hershey, Andre Gregory, Harry Dean Stanton, and David Bowie. 

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. Follow us on Youtube, Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter under ECFS Productions (@ecfsproductions). Isaac and Cameron started recording podcast with their first project Everything Comes from Something (2018), now focusing on new weekly content for Cinema Spectator. Cameron Tuttle is a full-time professional cinematographer, majoring from SFSU Film school to collaborate with corporate, private, and creative productions. Cameron is the expert. Isaac Ransom is a professional creative, digital marketer, and product manager working full-time. Isaac is the student. The podcast is a passion project between two longtime friends, we hope you can enjoy our project with the limited time we have! Thank you for your time, your generosity, and support. 

The State of Movies in the 2020s

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 Darrin O’Neill; recorded & produced in the San Francisco Bay Area, CA. You can support the show at patreon.com/ecfsproductions. Follow us on Youtube, Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter under ECFS Productions (@ecfsproductions). Isaac and Cameron started recording podcast with their first project Everything Comes from Something (2018), now focusing on new weekly content for Cinema Spectator. Cameron Tuttle is a full-time professional cinematographer, majoring from SFSU Film school to collaborate with corporate, private, and creative productions. Cameron is the expert. Isaac Ransom is a professional creative, digital marketer, and product manager working full-time. Isaac is the student. The podcast is a passion project between two longtime friends, we hope you can enjoy our project with the limited time we have! Thank you for your time, your generosity, and support. 

The Departed (2006)

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 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. Follow us on Youtube, Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter under ECFS Productions (@ecfsproductions). Isaac and Cameron started recording podcast with their first project Everything Comes from Something (2018), now focusing on new weekly content for Cinema Spectator. Cameron Tuttle is a full-time professional cinematographer, majoring from SFSU Film school to collaborate with corporate, private, and creative productions. Cameron is the expert. Isaac Ransom is a professional creative, digital marketer, and product manager working full-time. Isaac is the student. The podcast is a passion project between two longtime friends, we hope you can enjoy our project with the limited time we have! Thank you for your time, your generosity, and support.