From 1994 to 2006 Ranstrom worked as the producer of the documentary
Cheat You Fair: The Story of Maxwell Street. During that time he interviewed a variety of blues musicians such as
Buddy Guy,
Bo Diddley and
Johnny Williams.[1] Ranstrom tells the story of the displacement of the neighborhood's residents in favor of condos and commercial establishments and the subsequent effect on blues culture.[2] The film won a nomination at the 2012
Chicago / Midwest Emmy Awards for Outstanding Crafts Achievement Off-Air: Writer – Program On (non news) category.[3]
References
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