Phil Ranstrom is an American documentary film maker.

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.