Cinema Spectator

The Hateful 8 (2015)

Join hosts Isaac, Juzo, and Cameron as they dissect Quentin Tarantino's intense Western thriller, 'The Hateful Eight.' Set in post-Civil War Wyoming, the film follows a group of strangers trapped by a blizzard, each with their secrets. With standout performances by Samuel L. Jackson, Kurt Russell, and Jennifer Jason Leigh, this gripping dark horror/mystery/comedy is under pressure as the boys debate how the film has held up against Tarantino's other movies and our previous viewings. Tune in for a deep dive into Tarantino's disgusting storytelling, morally ambiguous characters, + quick thoughts on the Fallout TV show (2024) and Civil War (2024). *The Hateful 8 review begins around the 0:45 Min

Cinema Spectator is a movie podcast hosted by Isaac Ransom and Cameron Tuttle, with frequent appearances from film expert Juzo Greenwood. The show is executive produced by Darrin O’Neill and 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), and are 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.

Inglourious Basterds (2009)

Warning: the following episode was recorded live from Cameron’s Apartment. The audio quality may vary compared to other episodes, and Isaac cries about it. Isaac, Juzo, and Cameron are back to dive into Quentin Tarantino's World War II adventure. ‘Inglourious Basterds' stars Brad Pitt as he leads a ragtag group of Jewish soldiers on a mission to take down Nazis in occupied France. With stellar performances by Christoph Waltz and Mélanie Laurent, this thrilling blend of alternate history and revenge captivates viewers with its tense scenes, bold violence, and unforgettable performances. Tune in to Cinema Spectator for a gripping debate on how this iconic film stacks up against Tarantino’s other movies.

 

Cinema Spectator is a movie podcast hosted by Isaac Ransom and Cameron Tuttle, with frequent appearances from film expert Juzo Greenwood. The show is executive produced by Darrin O’Neill and 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), and are 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.

Kill Bill: Volume 1 & 2

The gang discuss Tarantino's bloody action-revenge movies Kill Bill: Volume 1 & 2. Is the over-the-top violence still fun, or do these movies overstay their welcome at a run time of over 4 hours total?

Cinema Spectator is a movie podcast hosted by Isaac Ransom and Cameron Tuttle, with frequent appearances from film expert Juzo Greenwood. The show is executive produced by Darrin O’Neill and 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), and are 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.

Pulp Fiction (1994)

On this week's podcast, Cameron, Juzo and Isaac continue their dissection of Quentin Tarantino by visiting his most iconic and beloved film: Pulp Fiction. Does the 30 year old film live up to the hype as one of the greatest movies of all time, or will it be overshadowed by some of Tarantino's other films? Tune in to find out.

Cinema Spectator is a movie podcast hosted by Isaac Ransom and Cameron Tuttle, with frequent appearances from film expert Juzo Greenwood. The show is executive produced by Darrin O’Neill and 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), and are 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.

Jackie Brown (1997)

On this week's Cinema Spectator, Isaac, Cameron, and Juzo Greenwood continue their journey into Quentin Tarantino's riveting films with crime drama, 'Jackie Brown.' Directed by the visionary Quentin Tarantino and featuring stellar performances by Pam Grier, Samuel L. Jackson, and Robert Forster, this film masterfully blends suspense, wit, and unforgettable characters. But how does it compare to Tarantino's other films? How did it age? And why did Isaac watch Donnie Darko on accident? How does a director's reputation influence how we perceive a movie?

Cinema Spectator is a movie podcast hosted by Isaac Ransom and Cameron Tuttle, with frequent appearances from film expert Juzo Greenwood. The show is executive produced by Darrin O’Neill and 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), and are 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.

 

Reservoir Dogs (1992)

Isaac and Cameron delve into Quentin Tarantino with his first classic crime thriller, 'Reservoir Dogs.' (Directed and staring Tarantino himself). This gritty masterpiece features an ensemble cast that includes Harvey Keitel, Tim Roth, and Steve Buscemi. Follow along as we dissect this iconic crime thriller's mysterious plot, absurd dialogue, and fun performances. But can this movie hold up to a modern audience even with the legendary Tarantino name? Is Isaac's too far gone in film education? 

Cinema Spectator is a movie podcast hosted by Isaac Ransom and Cameron Tuttle. The show is executive produced by Darrin O’Neill and 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), and are 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.

Top Movies of 2023

Cameron and Juzo discuss the Oscars and rank their top movies of 2023! 

 

Cinema Spectator is a movie podcast hosted by Isaac Ransom and Cameron Tuttle. The show is executive produced by Darrin O’Neill and 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), and are 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.

Dune: Part 2 (2024)

Debuting with tremendous hype, Dune: Part 2 directed by Denis Villeneuve continues the epic saga following Paul Atreides, portrayed by Timothée Chalamet, as he navigates adventure and war in the sands of Arrakis. With mesmerizing performances by Zendaya, Rebecca Ferguson, and more, the film delves deeper into Frank Herbert's masterpiece's intricate politics and mystical prophecy, promising audiences a gripping narrative of power, betrayal, and destiny in the vast expanse of space. Tune in as Isaac, Cameron, and Juzo explore how this sequel stacks up against the first film! 

Cinema Spectator is a movie podcast hosted by Isaac Ransom and Cameron Tuttle. The show is executive produced by Darrin O’Neill and 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), and are 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.

Knock at the Cabin (2023)

Cameron and Juzo discuss the latest film directed by the controversial visionary M. Night Shyamalan. Does this home invasion thriller live up to the high bar of The Sixth Sense, or does it fall on its face like Avatar the Last Airbender?

 

Cinema Spectator is a movie podcast hosted by Isaac Ransom and Cameron Tuttle. The show is executive produced by Darrin O’Neill and 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), and are 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.

May December (2023)

Cameron and Juzo discuss Todd Haynes' newest film May December, starring Natalie Portman and Julianne Moore about an actress researching a scandalous love story. 

 

Cinema Spectator is a movie podcast hosted by Isaac Ransom and Cameron Tuttle. The show is executive produced by Darrin O’Neill and 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), and are 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.