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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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Monday Apr 26, 2021
Monday Apr 26, 2021
Can this 1990's time travel sci-fi movie still hold the attention of a modern viewer?
Monday Apr 19, 2021
Monday Apr 19, 2021
Continuing Sci-Fi month, Robocop proves to explore more parody than science. Does the fun 1980s tone hold up to a modern viewer?
Monday Apr 12, 2021
Monday Apr 12, 2021
Kubrick's epic Sci-Fi film proves to be a timeless piece of filmmaking. But can its raw craftsmanship hold the attention of a modern viewer? Does the innovation excuse a slower pace?
Monday Apr 05, 2021
Monday Apr 05, 2021
Sci-Fi month kicks off with an innovative, silent classic! But can this film's style and production still impress a modern viewer?
Monday Mar 29, 2021
Monday Mar 29, 2021
Wilder month concludes with a name-swapping drama surrounding a big budget. Can Ace in the Hole keep the attention of a casual or does this films dark commentary slow the enjoyment.
Monday Mar 22, 2021
Monday Mar 22, 2021
Isaac and Cameron discuss Billy Wilder's greatest attempt at a raw comedy. They discuss Marilyn Monroe, best gags, and Wilder's brilliance in genre jumping.
Monday Mar 15, 2021
Monday Mar 15, 2021
What happens when you just try to be a nice guy? WILD STUFF apparently! Isaac and Cameron talk about this Wilder classic from 1960.
Monday Mar 08, 2021
Monday Mar 08, 2021
Wilder Month continues with a forgotten hit! Listen to Isaac and Cameron discuss the power of great characters in film.
Monday Mar 01, 2021
Monday Mar 01, 2021
Cameron guides Isaac into Billy Wilder month with his break-through film!
Monday Feb 22, 2021
Monday Feb 22, 2021
Isaac and Juzo continue the conversation around French films with Breathe (2014). They also discuss the viewer connection with film on a broad level.