Back to the Frame Rate

Nathan Suher

Back to the Frame Rate is a movie discussion podcast where filmmakers, actors, and passionate wannabes come together to celebrate the art of cinema. From beloved popcorn flicks of the '80s, '90s and today, to timeless classics and arthouse gems we cover it all. But we’re not just here to talk movies — we’re here to save them! In a world facing imminent asteroid-induced doom (think Armageddon without the happy ending), we’ve built a fallout shelter for the greatest films of all time. With only enough space for a carefully curated vault of 35mm and 70mm reels, the stakes couldn’t be higher. We comb through the likes of AFI’s 100, Sight & Sound’s Greats, and IMDB’s Top 250 to decide which films are worthy of saving — and which will be purged forever. Join hosts Nathan Suher, Sam Coale, and Briana (Bee) Butterworth as they passionately debate cinema’s survival, ensuring the future of storytelling one reel at a time. Sadly, the space is tight, just enough for us and our cherished 35mm and 70mm film reels. To friends, family, and old acquaintances left in the cinematic dust, our apologies. But fret not, for we vow to emerge when Earth is safe for repopulation. We've preserved the very soul of civilization, ensuring a future where storytelling thrives. Back to the Frame Rate, saving the world one reel at a time! Hosted by Nathan Suher, Sam Coale, and Briana (Bee) Butterworth.

  1. Avatar: Fire and Ash (2025) / Cameron Commandments #3 / Human's Are the Real Enemy

    JAN 12

    Avatar: Fire and Ash (2025) / Cameron Commandments #3 / Human's Are the Real Enemy

    We’re all about the cinematic journeys that keep the spirit of storytelling alive, even in the face of impending doom. Our main squeeze this week? How this installment feels like a continuation of "The Way of Water" rather than a new chapter in the Avatar saga. We’ll dig into the visuals, the characters, and whether this flick packs the punch we expect from a James Cameron joint. Plus, we can't help but share some light-hearted banter about our favorite (and not-so-favorite) moments, including a character that might just make you want to throw your popcorn at the screen. So grab your snacks and settle in—it's about to get interesting! 02:05 Diving into Avatar: Fire and Ash 04:22 Box Office Predictions and Franchise Future 09:40 Avatar: Fire and Ash - Initial Reactions 41:03 Final Thoughts and Ratings 45:26 Recommendation Shelf: Humans Are the Real Enemy 56:37 Show Wrap-Up and Future Plans Find all our episodes here or on your preferred Podcast app: https://backtotheframerate.com Back to the Frame Rate is on Letterboxd: https://letterboxd.com/backframerate/ Be sure to Follow us @backtotheframerate https://www.facebook.com/backtotheframerate https://www.instagram.com/backtotheframerate/ https://twitter.com/backframerate https://www.tiktok.com/@backtotheframerate https://www.youtube.com/@backtotheframerate - Where you can watch video versions Email us at backtotheframerate@gmail.com Follow Nathan on Letterboxd: https://letterboxd.com/nathansuher/ Follow Bee on Letterboxd: https://letterboxd.com/mambobumbles/ Copyright © Back to the Frame Rate

    59 min
  2. The Abyss (1989)/ Cameron Commandments #1 / High and Low Pressure Films

    11/03/2025

    The Abyss (1989)/ Cameron Commandments #1 / High and Low Pressure Films

    In this week’s episode of Back to the Frame Rate, we dive headfirst into the deep end with James Cameron’s ambitious sci-fi epic, The Abyss. We explore its groundbreaking underwater cinematography and the sheer technical wizardry that pushed filmmaking to new depths—while also calling out where the dialogue and storytelling don’t quite rise to the surface. We break down the differences between the theatrical and special edition cuts, and talk about how they each shape the film’s emotional core. We talk about our recent theater experience seeing Paul Thomas Anderson’s One Battle After Another and The Conjuring: Last Rites. Stick around for our “high pressure and low pressure” movie recommendations—perfect companions to Cameron’s underwater odyssey. Find all our episodes here or on your preferred Podcast app: https://backtotheframerate.com Back to the Frame Rate is on Letterboxd: https://letterboxd.com/backframerate/ Be sure to Follow us @backtotheframerate https://www.facebook.com/backtotheframerate https://www.instagram.com/backtotheframerate/ https://twitter.com/backframerate https://www.tiktok.com/@backtotheframerate https://www.youtube.com/@backtotheframerate - Where you can watch video versions Email us at backtotheframerate@gmail.com Follow Nathan on Letterboxd: https://letterboxd.com/nathansuher/ Follow Bee on Letterboxd: https://letterboxd.com/mambobumbles/ Copyright © Back to the Frame Rate

    1h 14m
  3. Galaxy Quest (1999) / 100th Episode Spectacular / Farewell from the Bunker

    01/20/2025

    Galaxy Quest (1999) / 100th Episode Spectacular / Farewell from the Bunker

    The Back to the Frame Rate 100th Episode Spectacular is a bittersweet celebration as we bid farewell to our beloved podcast. We gathered with a live audience to enjoy the cult classic 'Galaxy Quest' as part of our 'Party Like It's 1999' retrospective, and we were thrilled to have special guest Dan Martin join us for the occasion. The evening was made even more special with Brian Ellsworth, the voice of Back to the Frame Rate, serving as our master of ceremonies. Time Stamps: 00:19 - Welcome to the End01:35 - Celebrating 100 Episodes02:36 - Thanking the Supporters05:23 - Introducing the Movie06:59 - Main Review: Galaxy Quest49:59 - Movie Pairings58:03 - Save or PURGE! - Deciding the Fate of Galaxy Quest01:05:29 - Final Thoughts and Farewell Find all our episodes here or on your preferred Podcast app: https://backtotheframerate.com Back to the Frame Rate is on Letterboxd: https://letterboxd.com/backframerate/ Be sure to Follow us @backtotheframerate https://www.facebook.com/backtotheframerate https://www.instagram.com/backtotheframerate/ https://twitter.com/backframerate https://www.tiktok.com/@backtotheframerate https://www.youtube.com/@backtotheframerate - Where you can watch video versions Email us at backtotheframerate@gmail.com Follow Nathan on Letterboxd: https://letterboxd.com/nathansuher/ Follow Bee on Letterboxd: https://letterboxd.com/mambobumbles/ Copyright © Back to the Frame Rate

    1h 8m

Ratings & Reviews

5
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4 Ratings

About

Back to the Frame Rate is a movie discussion podcast where filmmakers, actors, and passionate wannabes come together to celebrate the art of cinema. From beloved popcorn flicks of the '80s, '90s and today, to timeless classics and arthouse gems we cover it all. But we’re not just here to talk movies — we’re here to save them! In a world facing imminent asteroid-induced doom (think Armageddon without the happy ending), we’ve built a fallout shelter for the greatest films of all time. With only enough space for a carefully curated vault of 35mm and 70mm reels, the stakes couldn’t be higher. We comb through the likes of AFI’s 100, Sight & Sound’s Greats, and IMDB’s Top 250 to decide which films are worthy of saving — and which will be purged forever. Join hosts Nathan Suher, Sam Coale, and Briana (Bee) Butterworth as they passionately debate cinema’s survival, ensuring the future of storytelling one reel at a time. Sadly, the space is tight, just enough for us and our cherished 35mm and 70mm film reels. To friends, family, and old acquaintances left in the cinematic dust, our apologies. But fret not, for we vow to emerge when Earth is safe for repopulation. We've preserved the very soul of civilization, ensuring a future where storytelling thrives. Back to the Frame Rate, saving the world one reel at a time! Hosted by Nathan Suher, Sam Coale, and Briana (Bee) Butterworth.