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Happy holidays! Adam made a feature film and we’re (finally) going to celebrate it in style. It’s a bonus episode of holly, jolly, drinks, and independent film. With a very special guest host! Our old friend Sarah Welch-Larson takes the reins this week for an exploration of feature filmmaking, micro budget cinema, the inspirations behind Adam’s film, and some questions about its creation–including Dom’s role as co-editor! Also, you better believe we’re talking about Eye of the Duck scenes, too. Next week, we set course for Mordor at long last. Part II of our Rings miniseries begins with THE FELLOWSHIP OF THE RING (2001). And we can’t wait! Join the conversation on our Discord at https://discord.com/invite/RssDc3brsx and get more Eye of the Duck on our Patreon show, After Hours https://www.patreon.com/EyeoftheDuckPod References: Craft Services Adam Volerich Interview Parth Marathe Adam Volerich Dom Nero Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Michael Gaspari . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich . You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. Assistant programming and digital production by Nik Long. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord. Learn more at eyeoftheduckpod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dec 15

Justice for Gurgi! This week it’s the final stop on our tour of pre-Jackson LOTR-inspired films… and our very first ever Disney animated film! Joining us to explore Welsh mythology, The Chronicles of Prydain , and the weird lengths Disney will go to make their adaptations kid-friendly is returning guest (and Eye of the Duck digital producer) Nik Long! Next week we have a very special holiday surprise! We’re celebrating Christmas and independent film with a bonus episode on Adam’s very own DRINK AND BE MERRY (2025). Now available on VOD and Blu-ray! Join the conversation on our Discord at https://discord.com/invite/RssDc3brsx and get more Eye of the Duck on our Patreon show, After Hours https://www.patreon.com/EyeoftheDuckPod References: DisneyWar by James B. Stewart Slate Production History Mouse in Transition: An Insider's Look at Disney Feature Animation by Steve Hulett The Chicago Tribune Production History Collider Production History “Chronicles of Prydain” Reboot In the Works Final Film In Technirama 70mm The Lion King Surpasses Budget BBC Production History New Logo New Disney Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Michael Gaspari . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich . You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. Assistant programming and digital production by Nik Long. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord. Learn more at eyeoftheduckpod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dec 8

Sing it with us!! WHERE THERE’S A WHIP [WHIP SFX] THERE’S A WAY! WHERE THERE’S A WHIP [WHIP SFX] THERE’S A WAY! This week we face the Lord of the Lash himself for the epic return of Arthur Rankin & Jules Bass, and the wildest voice cast in Tolkien history. Roddy McDowall is Sam? Casey Kasem is Merry?! It may not be the most beloved Rings adaptation out there…but it’s certainly the last one in a very long while! Next week, we close out the first act of our trilogy with the highly contentious Disney cult classic, THE BLACK CAULDRON (1985). Join the conversation on our Discord at https://discord.com/invite/RssDc3brsx and get more Eye of the Duck on our Patreon show, After Hours https://www.patreon.com/EyeoftheDuckPod References: Middle-Earth Envisioned: The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings: On Screen, On Stage, and Beyond by Brian J. Robb and Paul Simpson Cinefantastique Production History Arthur Rankin Jr. on Rings Film Release in Trouble “Frodo, The Hobbit II” Leonard Nimoy on “The Ballad of Bilbo Baggins” St. Petersburg Times on Release of “The Ballad of Bilbo Baggins” Powerpop on “The Ballad of Bilbo Baggins” Leonard Nimoy Sings “The Ballad of Bilbo Baggins” Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Michael Gaspari . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich . You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. Assistant programming and digital production by Nik Long. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord. Learn more at eyeoftheduckpod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dec 1

It’s the first major adaptation of Tolkien’s trilogy and it is…rotoscope animation? Enter Ralph Bakshi and his completely batshit vision of an animated Middle Earth! Is it a mixed masterpiece or a very audacious disaster? Either way, Bakshi’s rotoscope RINGS is extremely influential for Peter Jackson, and we’re celebrating its legacy this week. Next week, we complete our unofficial animated trilogy with RETURN OF THE KING (1980) from Rankin and Bass. Join the conversation on our Discord at https://discord.com/invite/RssDc3brsx and get more Eye of the Duck on our Patreon show, After Hours https://www.patreon.com/EyeoftheDuckPod References: Special Features Forging Through The Darkness: The Ralph Bakshi Vision Middle-Earth Envisioned: The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings: On Screen, On Stage, and Beyond by Brian J. Robb and Paul Simpson Cinefantastique Production History Jim Hill Media Ralph Bakshi Interview A.V. Club Ralph Bakshi Interview The Hollywood Reporter Production History Ralph Bakshi on Peter Jackson Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Michael Gaspari . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich . You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. Assistant programming and digital production by Nik Long. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord. Learn more at eyeoftheduckpod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nov 24

Listen up, Hobbitses! An adventure is knocking at your door! Will you answer it? Even if it’s a musical? It’s the first actual Tolkien adaptation of our series this week, and we are so confused that it exists. Rankin and Bass? The dudes who make the Rudolph and Frosty movies? Yes. And for some reason, Otto Preminger is in it. Next week it’s Ralph Bakshi’s THE LORD OF THE RINGS animated spectacular! Join the conversation on our Discord at https://discord.com/invite/RssDc3brsx and get more Eye of the Duck on our Patreon show, After Hours https://www.patreon.com/EyeoftheDuckPod References: Middle-Earth Envisioned: The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings: On Screen, On Stage, and Beyond by Brian J. Robb and Paul Simpson J. R. R. Tolkien: A Biography by Humphrey Carpenter The New York Times Production History Tolkien Hates Disney Cinefantastique Production History Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Michael Gaspari . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich . You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. Assistant programming and digital production by Nik Long. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord. Learn more at eyeoftheduckpod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nov 17

Series premiere! This week we leave The Shire behind to embark on our journey through Middle Earth and the epic fantasy genre! In the spirit of Lord of the Rings, we’ve divided our miniseries into three parts, and we’re starting today with Part 1: The Road to Mordor. And that road begins with, you guessed it, Ray Harryhausen! Peter Jackson’s trilogy would not exist without the sword-and-sandals stop-motion action of Harryhausen – so as we voyage towards Mordor, we must first trek the scorching sands of Ancient Greece, where harpies fly, gigantic statues terrorize, and gods try to kill us out of boredom! Oh, and spooky skeletons. Next week, we spend some time with a different type kind of Hobbit in Rankin and Bass’s animated THE HOBBIT. Join the conversation on our Discord at https://discord.com/invite/RssDc3brsx and get more Eye of the Duck on our Patreon show, After Hours https://www.patreon.com/EyeoftheDuckPod References: Special Features Peter Jackson Commentary Track Peter Jackson on Ray Harryhausen Art UK Production History Ray Harryhausen/Bruce Eder Commentary Track 1992 Criterion Release Ray Harryhausen Talks Animating Skeletons Ray Harryhausen UK LaserDisc Interview Ray Harryhausen on Jerky Metal Bruce Eder on Jason and the Argonauts The New York Times Ray Harryhausen Feature Infinity Magazine Issue 41 Production History Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Michael Gaspari . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich . You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. Assistant programming and digital production by Nik Long. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord. Learn more at eyeoftheduckpod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nov 10

Run back the tape! We’re closing the book on yet another miniseries this week, and… revealing the journey that lies ahead! It’s been a joy scrubbing through all the haunted camera recordings of these found footage horror movies, and we’re thrilled to tie off some loose ends, answer listener questions, and decide once and for all: is the Blair Witch even named Blair? Next week, we start anew…listen to find out where we’ll be headed with our next miniseries!! Join the conversation on our Discord at https://discord.com/invite/RssDc3brsx and get more Eye of the Duck on our Patreon show, After Hours https://www.patreon.com/EyeoftheDuckPod Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Michael Gaspari . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich . You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. Assistant programming and digital production by Nik Long. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord. Learn more at eyeoftheduckpod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nov 3

Try to remember these times, listeners. Some of the best nights of our lives were being had in parking lots. When Connor O’Malley brings a couple DV cameras to the suburban abyss of Tobyhanna, Pennsylvania, we simply have no choice but to watch. It’s somehow the culmination of every found footage film we covered in this series, and also one of the funniest feature-length films ever uploaded directly to YouTube… or anywhere, for the matter. It’s RAP WORLD, baby. And we’re living in it! Next week we wrap up our found footage miniseries, answer some listener questions, AND…announce our next series! Join the conversation on our Discord at https://discord.com/invite/RssDc3brsx and get more Eye of the Duck on our Patreon show, After Hours https://www.patreon.com/EyeoftheDuckPod References: Vulture Conner O’Malley Interview Fader Production History Filmmaker Magazine Production History Screen Slate Conner O’Malley & Danny Scharar Interview Conner O’Malley Needs a Producer Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Michael Gaspari . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich . You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. Assistant programming and digital production by Nik Long. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord. Learn more at eyeoftheduckpod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Oct 27

Welcome to the dark web! For the penultimate episode of our found footage miniseries, we’re making Eye of the Duck history and inviting a writer/director to come on and explore his own film! Stephen Susco joins us to sail down the river and talk all things UNFRIENDED, such as transitioning the franchise from horror to thriller, the cursed search history of a professional screenwriter, the legacy of the screen life subgenre, and how easy it is to access the dark web! Really... apparently, anyone can do it. Next week, it’s the deeply demented final film of our miniseries, RAP WORLD (2024). Join the conversation on our Discord at https://discord.com/invite/RssDc3brsx and get more Eye of the Duck on our Patreon show, After Hours https://www.patreon.com/EyeoftheDuckPod References: The Q&A With Jeff Goldsmith Stephen Susco & Andrew Wesman Interview Thrillist Stephen Susco Interview Frightday Stephen Susco & Colin Woodell Interview The Hindu Kevin Stewart Interview Stephen Susco on “Unfriended 3” Unfriended Getting a Sequel Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Michael Gaspari . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich . You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. Assistant programming and digital production by Nik Long. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord. Learn more at eyeoftheduckpod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Oct 20

It’s Late Night with Abraxas! Hosted by the one and only…. Mr. Wriggles! This week we’re filming one VERY cursed television broadcast in front of a live studio audience! LATE NIGHT is perhaps the most popular found footage movie of the past few years, and we’re finally going to answer the question… is it really found footage? (Yes. The answer is yes). Don’t forget your sacrificial dagger! Next week, we are joined by the writer and director of UNFRIENDED: DARK WEB, Stephen Susco, for a very special bonus episode! Join the conversation on our Discord at https://discord.com/invite/RssDc3brsx and get more Eye of the Duck on our Patreon show, After Hours https://www.patreon.com/EyeoftheDuckPod References: Special Features Q&A With Directors Colin and Cameron Cairnes Behind the Scenes Fangoria Cairnes Brothers Interview NIDA Ian Bliss Interview Variety Production History Novastream Brothers Cairnes Interview Cairnes Brothers Explain AI Use Variety David Dastmalchian Interview Consequence David Dastmalcian Interview Filmmaker Magazine Matthew Temple Interview The Hollywood Reporter Cairnes Brothers Interview Craft Services Matthew Temple Interview Part 1 Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Michael Gaspari . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich . You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. Assistant programming and digital production by Nik Long. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord. Learn more at eyeoftheduckpod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Oct 13

We are so back! It’s the worst pandemic in modern history, and we couldn’t be more excited (and terrified) to be trapped on a Zoom call with you (and a demon) again. Lockdown-era movies have been pretty unimpressive so far, but HOST is a VERY notable exception. This Zoom call has everything! A mopey quarantine boyfriend, a naughty grandpa, and… oh god is that a disembodied facetune filter? Next week, we’ve got two tickets to the most satanic talk show in television -- it’s LATE NIGHT WITH THE DEVIL (2024)! Join the conversation on our Discord at https://discord.com/invite/RssDc3brsx and get more Eye of the Duck on our Patreon show, After Hours https://www.patreon.com/EyeoftheDuckPod References: Special Features Host Behind the Scenes Short of the Week Production History Yahoo Production History Rob Savage Happy Hour Prank The Telegraph Production History Shudder Producing Host Datebook Production History The Filmmakers Podcast Gemma Hurley Interview Nightmare on Film Street Rob Savage, Jed Shepard, and Gemma Hurley Interview Sci Fi Now Cast Interview Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Michael Gaspari . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich . You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. Assistant programming and digital production by Nik Long. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord. Learn more at eyeoftheduckpod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Oct 6

The screen is life! The found footage genre infects MacOS this week with a truly horrific story of parenting, grief, and, of course, screens!! Is John Cho the most oblivious father in movie history? Or is the internet a terrible place that preys on society’s most vulnerable youths? Probably a little of both… but hey, at least we still had Addicting Games Dot Com! Next week, we fall even deeper into the screen abyss for Rob Savage’s HOST (2020). Join the conversation on our Discord at https://discord.com/invite/RssDc3brsx and get more Eye of the Duck on our Patreon show, After Hours https://www.patreon.com/EyeoftheDuckPod References: Special Features Commentary Timur Bekmambetov on Screenlife Films An Alien Invasion Under Our Noses Asian Cinevision Aneesh Chaganty and Sev Ohanian Interview We Need to Make John Cho Older Frame.io Editing Breakdown No Film School Aneesh Chaganty and Sev Ohanian Interview Glide Magazine Aneesh Chaganty and Sev Ohanian Interview Film School Rejects Juan Sebastián Barón Interview Filmmaker Magazine Juan Sebastián Barón Interview The Verge John Cho Interview The Columbia Dispatch Debra Messing Interview Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Michael Gaspari . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich . You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. Assistant programming and digital production by Nik Long. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord. Learn more at eyeoftheduckpod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sep 29

There’s meta, and then there’s a movie thats so self-referential it basically takes place inside a Russian nesting doll. It’s the INCEPTION of the found footage genre! This week we’re getting to the center of a very, very crunchy tootsie pop. Another remarkable low-budget success story, ONE CUT is the type of movie that makes you want to pick up a camera and go shoot something… or behead some zombies. Either way, it’s inspiring stuff!! Next week we’re returning to the (nightmare) world of screenlife with Aneesh Chaganty’s SEARCHING. Join the conversation on our Discord at https://discord.com/invite/RssDc3brsx and get more Eye of the Duck on our Patreon show, After Hours https://www.patreon.com/EyeoftheDuckPod References: Making of One Cut of the Dead One Cut of the Dead Refuses to Die at Box Office One Cut of the Dead: Remote One Cut of the Dead Getting English Remake The Indian Express Production History Tokyo Weekender Yuzuki Akiyama Interview Scenario Club Shinichiro Ueda Interview The Hollywood Reporter Shinichiro Ueda Interview The Japan Times Shinichiro Ueda Interview Cinemore Shinichiro Ueda Interview Japan Debates Making Films Cheaply Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Michael Gaspari . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich . You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. Assistant programming and digital production by Nik Long. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord. Learn more at eyeoftheduckpod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sep 22

Grandma’s home! It’s Shyamalan’s ticket out of director jail this week, we’re paying him a visit. There’s something seriously wrong with Becca and Tyler’s grandparents. And it may or may not involve dirty diapers, naked sleepwalking, and a very, very scary game of hide and seek. Next week, it’s the found footage zombie satire, ONE CUT OF THE DEAD (2017). Join the conversation on our Discord at https://discord.com/invite/RssDc3brsx and get more Eye of the Duck on our Patreon show, After Hours https://www.patreon.com/EyeoftheDuckPod . References: Special Features The Making of The Visit Cast and Crew Interviews The Fall and Rise of M. Night Shyamalan “Sundowning” Plot and Cast Revealed “Sundowning” Beings Production Bloody Disgusting Shyamalan Interview The Visit Trailer Attached to Unfriended Filmmaker Magazine Maryse Alberti Interview Geeks of Doom Shyamalan Interview Glam Adelaide Olivia DeJonge Interview Pop Horror Ed Oxenbould Interview Vogue Kathryn Hahn Interview The New York Times Shyamalan Profile Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Michael Gaspari . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich . You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. Assistant programming and digital production by Nik Long. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord. Learn more at eyeoftheduckpod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sep 15

Mark Duplass has entered the fray! And he is very, very creepy. This week we’re going deep on another found footage gem from the indie world. In what may be the only true “character study” of our series, Patrick Brice presents a new type of slasher… who simply won’t shut the fuck up. He’s Peachfuzz, and he may have therapy language, but he’s basically Psycho in a dollar store wolf costume. Run for your life! Next week, we are visiting our old friend M. Night Shyamalan for his big comeback, THE VISIT. Join the conversation on our Discord at https://discord.com/invite/RssDc3brsx and get more Eye of the Duck on our Patreon show, After Hours https://www.patreon.com/EyeoftheDuckPod References: Special Features Peachfuzz: An Interview With Director Patrick Brice Into Darker Territory: An Interview With Actor Mark Duplass Expand the Universe: An Interview With Editor Christopher Donlon 10 Years of Creep : A Live Q&A With Cast And Crew The Austin Chronicle Mark Duplass Interview Bloody Disgusting Patrick Brice & Mark Duplass Interview South By Southwest Patrick Brice & Mark Duplass Interview Silver Screen Riot Patrick Brice Interview Entertainment Weekly Patrick Brice & Mark Duplass Interview Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Michael Gaspari . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich . You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. Assistant programming and digital production by Nik Long. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord. Learn more at eyeoftheduckpod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sep 8

It’s indie filmmaking Smash Bros this week! Ti West, Joe Swanberg, Kentucky Audley–everyone is here! And they’re all (probably) going to die!! This week we are joining a cult that’s definitely not a Jonestown ripoff, and getting everything on tape for our latest VICE documentary. Hopefully no one gets killed! Next week it’s another mumblecore favorite, Patrick Brice’s CREEP. Join the conversation on our Discord at https://discord.com/invite/RssDc3brsx and get more Eye of the Duck on our Patreon show, After Hours https://www.patreon.com/EyeoftheDuckPod References: Special Features Commentary Creating The Sacrament : Revealing the Vision Eli Roth Signs On To The Sacrament Variety Ti West Interview Los Angeles Times Production History Deep Fried Movies Eric Robbins Interview Cinemacy Cast and Crew Interview Cinephiled Amy Seimetz Interview The Skinny Ti West Interview Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Michael Gaspari . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich . You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. Assistant programming and digital production by Nik Long. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord. Learn more at eyeoftheduckpod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sep 1

We are so back….in space!! This week we’re blasting off towards Jupiter for a one-of-a-kind outer space found footage experience. Sebastián Cordero’s 2013 sci-fi surveillance thriller was NOT originally on our miniseries radar. But we could not resist the temptation of leaving this earth behind and spending some time amongst the (unforgiving) stars again. So here we are. Next week, we’re doing another 2010s pseudo-documentary, the Ti West cult horror THE SACRAMENT. Join the conversation on our Discord at and get more Eye of the Duck on our Patreon show, After Hours . References: FX Guide Production History 3D World Production History Collider Sebastián Cordero Interview Europa Report Production Notes Musique Fantastique Sebastián Cordero Interview Musique Fantastique Bear McCreary Interview Cinema Without Borders Sebastián Cordero Interview Entertainment Weekly Sharlto Copley Interview Chemical & Engineering News Production History Gizmodo Philip Gelatt Interview Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Michael Gaspari . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich . You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. Assistant programming and digital production by Nik Long. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord. Learn more at eyeoftheduckpod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Aug 25

Surprise! We’re moving to our new home at SiriusXM next week, and that means all episodes will now drop on BOTH main and premium feeds on the same day! To close the gap, our next episode is available to listen right now. Listeners, we’ve officially logged on! This week we’re gazing into the blue light of our very first “screen life” movie, the type of Found Footage horror where computers are cursed and pop-ups can kill you. Have you ever Skyped with a demon? What if there was a goblin on your Facebook wall? Does anyone still even use Gchat? These websites and more, haunted on today’s episode. Next week, we’re adding a surprise episode to the miniseries…and going back to space! Tune in for the 2013 Sebastián Cordero found footage surveillance film, EUROPA REPORT. Join the conversation on our Discord at https://discord.com/invite/RssDc3brsx and get more Eye of the Duck on our Patreon show, After Hours https://www.patreon.com/EyeoftheDuckPod References: Fantasia Levan Gabriadze Interview Unfriended Shot in One Take IndieWire Production History Filmmaker Magazine Adam Sidman Interview WonderCon Panel Recap The Verge Jason Blum Interview Collider Levan Gabriadze and Nelson Greaves Interview Daily Dead Levan Gabriadze and Nelson Greaves Interview Timur Bekmambetov Talks Unfriended The Verge Timur Bekmambetov Interview Shock Ya! Renee Olstead Interview The AU Review Jacob Wysocki Interview The Frame Cooper Samuelson and Jason Blum Interview Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Michael Gaspari . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich . You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. Assistant programming and digital production by Nik Long. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord Learn more at eyeoftheduckpod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Aug 25

What if an asshole got superpowers? Would he save the world? Or just prank old ladies and do sick magic tricks to impress chicks at the talent show? This week it’s Josh Trank’s found footage superhero film where a pothead, a burnout, and an aspiring class president become invincible (and fly!) What could go wrong? Next week we kick off our screen life era (!!) with Levan Gabriadze’s UNFRIENDED (2014). Join the conversation on our Discord at https://discord.com/invite/RssDc3brsx and get more Eye of the Duck on our Patreon show, After Hours https://www.patreon.com/EyeoftheDuckPod References: American Cinematographer Issue March 2012 Josh Trank on “Chronicle 2” Fangoria Josh Trank Interview Max Landis Reveals Original Plans For Sequel Den of Geek Max Landis Interview Josh Trank on the Influence of Akira Josh Trank Bans Max Landis From Set Jack Stanley Hired For Sequel Female-Led Sequel In Development Art of VFX Raymond Chen Interview Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Michael Gaspari . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich . You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. Assistant programming and digital production by Nik Long. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord Learn more at eyeoftheduckpod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Aug 18

Where my Ringlefinches at? This week we’re talkin’ film students, government coverups, massive UV lights, trolls, and the one very cool guy who hunts them. Also, he wears an amazing hat. Next week, we’re tackling our first superhero found footage movie, Josh Trank’s CHRONICLE. Join the conversation on our Discord at https://discord.com/invite/RssDc3brsx and get more Eye of the Duck on our Patreon show, After Hours https://www.patreon.com/EyeoftheDuckPod References: Special Features Behind the Scenes Bloody Disgusting Andre Ovredal Interview Bergen Puls on Troll Hunter ’s Release IndieLondon Andre Ovredal Interview The Guardian Andre Ovredal Interview Entertainment Weekly Andre Ovredal Interview SBS Andre Ovredal Interview Troll Hunter Production Notes Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Michael Gaspari . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich . You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. Assistant programming and digital production by Nik Long. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord Learn more at eyeoftheduckpod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Aug 11

Finally, a movie that proves why you should NEVER under any circumstances buy a Ouija Board! It’s Oren Peli’s found footage masterpiece, with a demon so scary that it literally convinced Steven Spielberg his office was haunted. Is PARANORMAL ACTIVITY the one true successor to THE BLAIR WITCH PROJECT? And is it better to live with a scary ghoul than a shitty day trader boyfriend? These questions and more, explored right here on Eye of the Duck. Join the conversation on our Discord at https://discord.com/invite/RssDc3brsx and get more Eye of the Duck on our Patreon show, After Hours https://www.patreon.com/EyeoftheDuckPod References: Special Features Breaking Normal: An Interview with Oren Peli The Marked One: An Interview with Katie Featherston The Man With The Camera: An Interview with Micah Sloat The Possessed: An Interview with Ashley Palmer Uncle Steve Acquires Paranormal Activity Yahoo Production History Indie Film Hustle Oren Peli Interview Shock Till You Drop Oren Peli Interview Paramount Wants To Make a Sequel Chris Jones Oren Peli Interview Meet the Stars of Paranormal Activity Drink and Be Merry at the Smodcastle Film Festival 08/08/25: https://www.smodcastlecinemas.com/movie/Smodcastle_Film_Festival_2025__Block_07 Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Michael Gaspari . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich . You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. Assistant programming and digital production by Nik Long. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord Learn more at eyeoftheduckpod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Aug 4

Listeners… we’re not feeling so good… [cue explosion] This week we’re taking a swing at the second most famous movie to feature a beheaded Statue of Liberty! It’s the brainchild of returning faves JJ Abrams, Matt Reeves, and Drew Goddard! And it’s the hottest people you know experiencing worst horrors imaginable. Sounds like a fun time! Join the conversation on our Discord at https://discord.com/invite/RssDc3brsx and get more Eye of the Duck on our Patreon show, After Hours https://www.patreon.com/EyeoftheDuckPod References: Special Features Commentary Document 01.18.08: The Making of Cloverfield Cloverfield Visual Effects Cloverfield Production Notes JJ Abrams Visits a Toy Store Paramount Greenlights Cloverfield Matt Reeves Reminisces on Cloverfield SyFy Matt Reeves Interview Forbes Matt Reeves Interview SlashFilm Matt Reeves Interview Cinema Blend Michael Giacchino Interview MovieWeb Lizzy Caplan Interview Time Magazine JJ Abrams Interview JJ Abrams on 10 Cloverfield Lane VFXBlog VFX Breakdown Den of Geek Cloverfield Press Conference Drink and Be Merry at the Smodcastle Film Festival 08/08/25: https://www.smodcastlecinemas.com/movie/Smodcastle_Film_Festival_2025__Block_07 Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Michael Gaspari . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich . You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. Assistant programming and digital production by Nik Long. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord Learn more at eyeoftheduckpod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jul 28

This week we are landing with a splat on the ground floor of a quarantined apartment complex in Spain for what may be the only (somewhat) heroic depiction of a landlord in film history! It’s the very intense 2007 virus outbreak thriller from Jaume Balagueró and Paco Plaza, which spawned several sequels as well as the American remake QUARANTINE. Discussed on this episode: ethical video journalism, RESIDENT EVIL games, Catholicism, cinematographers with acting roles, and, of course, whether these infected qualify as zombies or not. Join the conversation on our Discord at https://discord.com/invite/RssDc3brsx and get more Eye of the Duck on our Patreon show, After Hours https://www.patreon.com/EyeoftheDuckPod References: Special Features The Making of REC Crew Interviews Film Talk Paco Plaza Interview IGN Plaza and Balagueró Interview Drink and Be Merry at the Smodcastle Film Festival 08/08/25: https://www.smodcastlecinemas.com/movie/Smodcastle_Film_Festival_2025__Block_07 Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Michael Gaspari . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich . You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. Assistant programming and digital production by Nik Long. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord Learn more at eyeoftheduckpod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jul 21

Listeners, we are going to into the woods, and we may never return. We are so, so sorry to everyone’s mothers. This week it’s the reason for the season. The most famous found footage film in cinema history! It spawned an entire genre, and we’re going to do our best to honor its legacy. We couldn’t have a more qualified guest – joining us to uncover the secrets of the most successful American independent film ever made is our old friend, Nik Long. Not only is he our digital producer, but he’s also an Eagle Scout! And a sound person! Next week, we’re quarantining in a Spanish apartment complex for REC (2007). Join the conversation on our Discord at https://discord.com/invite/RssDc3brsx and get more Eye of the Duck on our Patreon show, After Hours https://www.patreon.com/EyeoftheDuckPod References: Special Features Commentary The Blair Witch Documentary Best. Movie. Year. Ever.: How 1999 Blew Up the Big Screen by Brian Raftery Heather Donahue on Her Relationship with the Franchise Heather Donahue Turns Down Blair Witch The Week Production Oral History Part II The Week Production Oral History Part IV The Cast Sue For Compensation Mike Monello Details New Transfer Drink and Be Merry at the Smodcastle Film Festival 08/08/25: https://www.smodcastlecinemas.com/movie/Smodcastle_Film_Festival_2025__Block_07 Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Michael Gaspari . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich . You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. Assistant programming and digital production by Nik Long. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord Learn more at eyeoftheduckpod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jul 14

**Heavy content warning! This episode contains coverage of a very problematic (and cursed) piece of film history. For those who wish to join us in the murky waters ahead, listener discretion is advised… Today we’re introducing the listener-selected winner of this year’s Miniseries MAYhem, our latest genre series: Lost and Found!! We’re going deep on the origins of the Found Footage movement with some complicated thoughts on Ruggero Deodato’s infamous and objectionable 1980 satire of western docu-journalism. It’s upsetting, it’s perverse, but it represents the beginning of a new era for horror. While we don’t encourage you to watch this film, we hope this episode will provide you the context for the series that’s about to unfold. Next week we’re zooming ahead to the internet age of 1999 for one of the greatest American movies ever made, THE BLAIR WITCH PROJECT. Join the conversation on our Discord at https://discord.com/invite/RssDc3brsx and get more Eye of the Duck on our Patreon show, After Hours https://www.patreon.com/EyeoftheDuckPod References: Special Features In the Jungle: The Making Of Cannibal Holocaust The Flesh of the Controversy - New Interview with Ruggero Deodato Biting Reality - An Interview with Ruggero Deodato A Different Holocaust - Archive Interview with Ruggero Deodato Jungle Stories - An Interview with Massimo Antonello Geleng Professionals in Peril - An Interview with Sergio D’Offizi Found Footage Horror Films Fear and the Appearance of Reality by Alexandra Heller-Nicholas Romford Horror 2025 - Cannibal Holocaust Francesca Ciardi Q&A Carl Yorke Cannibal Holocaust Interview Bloody Disgusting Ruggero Deodato Interview Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Michael Gaspari . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich . You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. Assistant programming and digital production by Nik Long. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord Learn more at eyeoftheduckpod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jul 7

Batman is vengeance. Batman is the night. Batman is forever! Today we’re sealing the gates of Arkham once and for all, and saying farewell to the greatest superhero franchise ever put to film. We’ll be tying off some loose threads, answering listener questions, and…announcing the final list of movies for our upcoming Found Footage series! Next week we’re kicking off “Lost and Found” with the very controversial and problematic CANNIBAL HOLOCAUST. **A heavy content warning to listeners who plan to watch the film ahead of the episode. Despite its significance in the genre and film history overall, it is not one we recommend viewing. Join the conversation on our Discord at https://discord.com/invite/RssDc3brsx and get more Eye of the Duck on our Patreon show, After Hours https://www.patreon.com/EyeoftheDuckPod Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Michael Gaspari . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich . You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. Assistant programming and digital production by Nik Long. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord Learn more at eyeoftheduckpod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jun 30

It’s the end of an era for us and the beginning of yet another Bat franchise! Theres a Dark Knight for every generation, and this one is very emo, has runny eye shadow, calls himself “vengeance,” and is directed by Matt Reeves. We have some complicated thoughts about this very compelling new vision for Gotham City. Whatever you think about THE BATMAN, you’ve got to admit: The Riddler is a good singer. Next week we’ll be saying goodbye to The Batman, tying off some loose ends from our miniseries, answering listener questions, and… announcing our next miniseries! Join the conversation on our Discord at https://discord.com/invite/RssDc3brsx and get more Eye of the Duck on our Patreon show, After Hours https://www.patreon.com/EyeoftheDuckPod References: Special Features Commentary Genesis: Matt Reeves on Creating The Batman Creating The Batmobile Anatomy of the Wing Suit Jump A Transformation: The Penguin Vengeance in the Making The New York Times Ben Affleck Interview Warner Brothers Announces Slate Happy Sad Confused Robert Richardson Interview Ben Affleck on Exiting the DCEU Storyboard Artist Jay Oliva Loves Ben Affleck’s Batman Ben Affleck Has a Bad Time Being Batman Affleck Reveals What His Batman Movie Was Ben Affleck Is Unhappy Ben Affleck Shows The Batman Script Matt Reeves Completely Rewriting The Batman The Q&A with Jeff Goldsmith Matt Reeves Interview Deadline Michael Giacchino Interview Esquire Matt Reeves Interview Robert Pattinson Finds Out He’s Batman Robert Pattinson on the Batsuit Robert Pattinson Is Furious Team Deakins Greig Fraser Interview Part 1 Team Deakins Greig Fraser Interview Part 2 Post Perspective Weta Breakdown Entertainment Weekly Paul Dano Interview The Guardian Zoe Kravitz Interview Robert Pattinson Lies to Christopher Nolan Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Michael Gaspari . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich . You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. Assistant programming and digital production by Nik Long. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord Learn more at eyeoftheduckpod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jun 23

It took 83 years, but we finally got a movie about the Dark Knight facing his ultimate villain… The Eye of Sauron? Voiced by Jemaine Clement? This week it’s another LEGO animated spectacular, but it’s NOT a bonus, because Batman is the main character! It’s a rom-com, a musical, a father/son drama, and above all, an excuse for Warner Bros to dump all their IP into one toy box. And somehow, it actually works!! Next week it’s the final film of our Batseries, THE BATMAN (2022). Join the conversation on our Discord at https://discord.com/invite/RssDc3brsx and get more Eye of the Duck on our Patreon show, After Hours https://www.patreon.com/EyeoftheDuckPod References: The Lego Batman Movie : The Making of the Movie by Tracey Miller-Zarneke Rendering the Darkness: Glimpse on The Lego Batman Movie The Lego Batman Movie Fast-tracked Into Production Den of Geek Chris McKay Interview Warner Brothers Announces Slate Dan Lin on Making Deadpool For Kids Cartoon Brew Chris McKay Interview Phil Lord and Chris Miller Make Sense of The World of The Lego Movie Animal Logic Animation Breakdown Den of Geek Lorne Balfe Interview FXGuide Production History IndieWire Chris McKay Interview Michael Keaton Approves of Will Arnett Build Will Arnett and Chris McKay Interview Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Michael Gaspari . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich . You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. Assistant programming and digital production by Nik Long. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord Learn more at eyeoftheduckpod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jun 16

Bonus!! Remember in BATMAN BEGINS when Christian Bale says he’s going to build back Wayne Manor, brick by brick? That was actually a reference to THE LEGO MOVIE! Yes, we’re talking about bricks today. And not just because LEGO is part of Adam’s origin story. There’s a Batman in this film! So we’re required to talk about him! Next week, it’s Chris McKay’s bat/brick spinoff, THE LEGO BATMAN MOVIE. Join the conversation on our Discord at https://discord.com/invite/RssDc3brsx and get more Eye of the Duck on our Patreon show, After Hours https://www.patreon.com/EyeoftheDuckPod References: Special Features Commentary Dream Job: Meet the Master Builders Stories From the Story Team The Wrap Production History The Hollywood Reporter Production History FX Guide 25 Production History Village Roadshow Cut Out of Lego Movie 2 Ron Johnson is Offended By The Lego Movie The Credits Production History MovieWeb Mark Mothersbaugh Interview The Moveable Fest Mark Mothersbaugh Interview SlashFilm Lord and Miller Interview Lord and Miller Turned Down The Lego Movie Nerdly Cast Interview The Film Pie Chris McKay Interview ScreenCrush Lord and Miller Interview Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Michael Gaspari . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich . You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. Assistant programming and digital production by Nik Long. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord Learn more at eyeoftheduckpod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jun 9

Into the Keatonverse! For this week’s bonus, we’re going meta with Alejandro González Iñárritu’s exceedingly self aware Oscar-winner that’s definitely not about Batman or Michael Keaton’s career. What do we talk about when we talk about Batman? Listen to find out. Next week it’s another bonus, Lord and Miller’s LEGO MOVIE. It counts because Batman is in it! Join the conversation on our Discord at https://discord.com/invite/RssDc3brsx and get more Eye of the Duck on our Patreon show, After Hours https://www.patreon.com/EyeoftheDuckPod References: Special Features A Conversation with Michael Keaton and Alejandro G. Iñárritu Birdman: All Access Deadline Iñárritu Interview Variety Iñárritu Interview Creative Screenwriting Production History IndieWire Iñárritu Interview The Hollywood Reporter Production History Variety How They Made The Times Square Scene Interview Magazine Iñárritu Interview Birdman ’s Terrible Ending The New York Times Michael Keaton Interview IndieWire Production History Below The Line Martin Hernandez Interview Arri Chivo Interview Vulture Emma Stone Interview Ed Norton and Michael Keaton Comic Con Amy Ryan Gets the Job Douglas Crise & Stephen Mirrione Discuss Editing Birdman Part 1 Douglas Crise & Stephen Mirrione Discuss Editing Birdman Part 2 Antonio Sanchez Makes Sick Beats Creating the Visual Effects of Birdman Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Michael Gaspari . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich . You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. This miniseries was programmed with the help of Nik Long. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord Learn more at eyeoftheduckpod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jun 2

The fire rises, brother! This week we conclude our Nolan run with the biggest and most divisive entry in his Batman saga. Also discussed this week: the origins of Tom Hardy’s infamous Bane voice, whether or not Joseph Gordon Levitt’s character should have just been named Dick Grayson, and…why the hell is Bruce so fucking cruel to Alfred? Next week it’s bonus time, baby! Alejandro González Iñárritu may not have made a Batman movie per se…but there’s no way we could skip BIRDMAN for this series. Join the conversation on our Discord at https://discord.com/invite/RssDc3brsx and get more Eye of the Duck on our Patreon show, After Hours https://www.patreon.com/EyeoftheDuckPod References: Special Features Batman vs. Bane The War on Wall Street Race to the Reactor Gotham’s Reckoning The Nolan Variations by Tom Shone The Art and Making of The Dark Knight Trilogy by Janine Pourroy and Jody Jesser Duncan CineFex 2012 No. 131 Production History British Cinematographer Production History Happy Sad Confused Jonathan Nolan Interview Happy Sad Confused David Goyer Interview Empire Cinematography Breakdown Nolan Screens Prologue For Directors Marion Cotillard “Screws Up” Her Death Bale Denies More Batman Aurora Tragedy Fans Leave Death Threats Bale Meets With Trump James Newton Howard Doesn’t Return Trump Reviews The Dark Knight Rises Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Michael Gaspari . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich . You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. This miniseries was programmed with the help of Nik Long. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord Learn more at eyeoftheduckpod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

May 26

Listeners, you either die a normal film podcast, or live long enough to see your show completely devolve into a Christopher Nolan marathon. Between Heath Ledger’s legendary turn as the Joker, Nolan’s transformation into an IMAX-first director, and the coolest truck crash in cinema history, there’s so much to explore in this sprawling behemoth of a picture. We went for nearly four hours on this one, and could easily do another four. THE DARK KNIGHT is (still!) just that good!! Next week, our Nolan era comes to a climactic finish with THE DARK KNIGHT RISES (2012). Join the conversation on our Discord at https://discord.com/invite/RssDc3brsx and get more Eye of the Duck on our Patreon show, After Hours https://www.patreon.com/EyeoftheDuckPod References: Special Features The Prologue New Batsuit Joker Theme Hong Kong Jump Challenges of the Chase in IMAX SWAT Van Into River Destruction of Batmobile Bat-pod Helicopter Crash Lamborghini Crash Hospital Explosion Collider Nathan Crowley Interview StarLog Production History CineFex 2008 No. 115 Production History Jonathan Nolan Wants to Take the Batman Franchise For a Ride Empire The Making of the Joker Happy Sad Confused Jonathan Nolan Interview The Art and Making of The Dark Knight Trilogy by Janine Pourroy and Jody Jesser Duncan Variety Nolan Interview IGN Nolan Interview Part 1 IGN Nolan Interview Part 2 LA Times Nolan Interview Empire Jonathan Nolan Interview The New York Times Nolan Interview The New York Times Heath Ledger Interview Empire Cinematography Breakdown Collider Jonathan Nolan & David Goyer Interview The ‘Curse of Batman’ Nolan Doesn’t Get His Little Brother’s Writing Matt Damon Turns Down Harvey Dent Obama Cites The Dark Knight In Strategy Meetings Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Michael Gaspari . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich . You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. This miniseries was programmed with the help of Nik Long. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord Learn more at eyeoftheduckpod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

May 19

“Why do we fall, Master Bruce? So that we can learn to pick ourselves up. Batman Begin.“ This week, we’re celebrating the greatest tweet ever made. Michael Caine’s post from August 19, 2024 inspired a generation of Batman storytelling. And this is where is it all begins. Also, we’re going to talk about Christopher Nolan. Next week, we we either die a hero or live long enough to become the villain. Get ready for our epic THE DARK KNIGHT episode. Join the conversation on our Discord at https://discord.com/invite/RssDc3brsx and get more Eye of the Duck on our Patreon show, After Hours https://www.patreon.com/EyeoftheDuckPod References: Special Features Batman: The Journey Begins Shaping Mind and Body Cape and Cowl Christopher Nolan Forward in The Long Halloween Christopher Nolan Lies to Warner Brothers Executives Armchair Expert Jonathan Nolan Interview The Hollywood Reporter Revamping the Batman Franchise The Hollywood Reporter Christopher Nolan Interview LA Times Rescuing Batman Joel Schumacher Signs Up For Fifth Batman Film Happy Sad Confused David Goyer Interview CineFex No. 103 Production History American Cinematographer Wally Pfister Interview Collider Nathan Crowley Interview Empire Batman Begins Set Visit Batman Begins Production Notes Batman Begins: The Official Movie Guide by Claudia Kalindjian StarLog Magazine Production History James Newton Howard on Scoring Batman Begins Collider James Newton Howard Interview IGN Hans Zimmer Part 1 IGN Hans Zimmer Interview Part 2 Christopher Nolan LIES About Rubbing Your Chest Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Michael Gaspari . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich . You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. This miniseries was programmed with the help of Nik Long. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord Learn more at eyeoftheduckpod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

May 12

Holy Nu-metal, Batman! It’s the year 2039, Bruce Wayne is a grouchy old man, corporations rule the world, and Batman is a moody teen. Has there ever been a cooler superhero show? This we're week going long on one of our favorite animated series, BATMAN BEYOND, and the standalone film that reunited Mark Hamill’s Joker with Bruce Timm, Kevin Conroy, and the whole BTAS gang for a truly horrific vision of the Bat-Family’s future. Cyberpunk is so back! Next week, our Nolan era finally begins with BATMAN BEGINS (2005). Join the conversation on our Discord at https://discord.com/invite/RssDc3brsx and get more Eye of the Duck on our Patreon show, After Hours https://www.patreon.com/EyeoftheDuckPod References: Special Features Commentary Andrea Romano and Mark Hamill Create Shorthand Cancelled “Batman: Arkham” Film Bruce Timm Batman Beyond: Return of the Joker Screenplay Jim Harvey Bruce Timm Interview Batman: The Complete History by Les Daniels World’s Finest Alan Burnett Interview Brandon’s Substack Alan Burnett Interview DC Animated Will Friedle Interview Kevin Conroy Changes His Voice Retro Cool Nerd Kevin Conroy Interview Batman Beyond: Return of the Joker Animation Studio Production Forced to Make Cuts All Changes Between Return of the Joker Cuts Will Friedle on Acting in Return of the Joker IGN Batman Beyond Production History Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Michael Gaspari . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich . You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. This miniseries was programmed with the help of Nik Long. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord Learn more at eyeoftheduckpod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

May 5

It’s that time of year again…we are pausing our regularly scheduled programming to commence the second annual season of MINISERIES MAY HEM! That’s right, just like last year, we’re asking YOU to decide the future of Eye of the Duck. What should we cover for our big summer miniseries? Listen in to hear our three contenders, and hop over to the Discord on May 5 to cast your vote! Next week, we return to our Duck Knight series for the BATMAN BEYOND film, RETURN OF THE JOKER (2000). Join the conversation on our Discord at https://discord.com/invite/RssDc3brsx and get more Eye of the Duck on our Patreon show, After Hours https://www.patreon.com/EyeoftheDuckPod Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Michael Gaspari . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich . You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. This miniseries was programmed with the help of Nik Long. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord Learn more at eyeoftheduckpod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Apr 28

Our Schumacher era concludes with this week’s episode on the most toyetic of all toyetic films in human history! But, this isn’t the last time we’ll be talking about BATMAN & ROBIN… On May 20, join us at the Nitehawk Theater where we’ll be in-person to introduce Schumacher’s exceedingly demented opus on the big screen!! Grab your tickets here: https://nitehawkcinema.com/prospectpark/movies/batman-and-robin/ Next week, we’re going fully cyberpunk again with BATMAN BEYOND: RETURN OF THE JOKER (2000). Join the conversation on our Discord at https://discord.com/invite/RssDc3brsx and get more Eye of the Duck on our Patreon show, After Hours https://www.patreon.com/EyeoftheDuckPod References: Special Features Shadows of the Batman: The Cinematic Saga of the Dark Knight Pt. 6 - Batman Unbound Maximum Overdrive: The Vehicles of Batman & Robin Dressed to Thrill: The Costumes of Batman & Robin Arnold Keeps Mr. Freeze Costume Schumacher Doesn’t Think Batman is Gay Stephen Goldblatt Responds to Questions LA Times Rescuing Batman The Hollywood Reporter Production History Film Scouts Production History 46 Things You Probably Don’t Know About the Batman Films George Clooney Films ER Cinefantastique Vol 29 No 1 Production History CineFex 1997 No 071 Production History Akiva Goldsman Reflects on Batman & Robin George Clooney Reflects on Batman & Robin Joel Schumacher Apologizes For Batman & Robin Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Michael Gaspari . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich . You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. This miniseries was programmed with the help of Nik Long. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord Learn more at eyeoftheduckpod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Apr 21

Rest in peace, Val Kilmer. This week, we’re devoting our episode to Val and his smoldering performance in Joel Schumacher’s first foray into the Batman franchise. There will never be another Dark Knight like you, Mr. Kilmer. Between Jim Carrey’s unhinged take on the Riddler, Tommy Lee Jones trying against all odds to out-crazy him, and the overwhelming aura of horny energy exuding from Nicole Kidman, there is a lot to unpack with this 90s classic. Strap in, we’re getting takeout in the (very phallic) Batmobile. Next week, it’s Schumacher’s even more deranged follow-up, BATMAN & ROBIN. Join the conversation on our Discord at https://discord.com/invite/RssDc3brsx and get more Eye of the Duck on our Patreon show, After Hours https://www.patreon.com/EyeoftheDuckPod References: Special Features Shadows of the Bat: The Cinematic Saga of the Dark Knight Pt. 5 Riddle Me This: Why is Batman Forever ? Out of the Shadows: The Production Design of Batman Forever The Many Faces of Gotham City Scoring Forever: The Music of Batman Forever Michael Keaton Confirmed to Star in “Batman 3” Michael Keaton Drops Out Michael Keaton on Batman Forever William Baldwin Among Many Considered For Batman Johnny Depp Considered For Batman Nicole Kidman Wants to Kiss Batman Burton Pushed Out Of Batman Franchise Empire Tim Burton Interview The Beginning of Patrick Leahy’s Journey in Hollywood Warner Brothers Unhappy with Batman Returns Entertainment Weekly on “Batman 3” John McTiernan Turns Down “Batman 3” Joel Schumacher Replaces Tim Burton The Hollywood Reporter Production History Cinefantastique Vol 26 No 4 Production History CineFex 1995 No 063 Production History Forbes Joel Schumacher Interview Janet and Lee Batchler Discuss Writing Batman Forever Vulture Joel Schumacher Interview Entertainment Weekly Joel Schumacher Interview Film Stories Production History Janet & Lee Batchler Old Script Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Michael Gaspari . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich . You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. This miniseries was programmed with the help of Nik Long. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord Learn more at eyeoftheduckpod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Apr 14

Bonus! Johnny To’s windswept, smoldering superhero masterpiece may not exactly exist in the Batman continuity… but we sure as hell are going to talk about it anyway. Starring Michelle Yeoh, Anita Mui, and Maggie Cheung, we thought this bonkers dream of an action noir would be the perfect appetizer for our upcoming Schumacher era. Whether it was intentional or not, Schumacher’s films look suspiciously similar to THE HEROIC TRIO. And we’re going to get to the bottom of it! Join the conversation on our Discord at https://discord.com/invite/RssDc3brsx and get more Eye of the Duck on our Patreon show, After Hours https://www.patreon.com/EyeoftheDuckPod References: Special Features Superhero Sisterhood No Ordinary Actor: Anthony Wong Planet Hong Kong: Popular Cinema and the Art of Entertainment by David Bordwell Hong Kong Cinema: The Extra Dimensions by Stephen Teo Hong Kong New Wave Sight & Sound March 1995 Vol. 5 Production History Metrograph Production History House of Asian Cinema James Pax Interview Henry Sheehan Johnnie To Interview Michelle Yeoh Takes Down Conan Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Michael Gaspari . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich . You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. This miniseries was programmed with the help of Nik Long. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord Learn more at eyeoftheduckpod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Apr 7

Bruce Timm’s animated Batverse is for many people the defining adaptation of the character, and this week we’re here to tell you why. We’re going deep on THE ANIMATED SERIES over on our Patreon show (link below!) but here on the main feed it’s all about the original villain, The Phantasm, and how she helped inspire a tormented Bruce Wayne to leave his personal life behind for a life in vigilantism. Also…Abe Vigoda? A young, creepy Joker?! The Phantasm’s return in JUSTICE LEAGUE UNLIMITED: EPILOGUE? We are in Batman heaven this week. Join the conversation on our Discord at https://discord.com/invite/RssDc3brsx and get more Eye of the Duck on our Patreon show, After Hours https://www.patreon.com/EyeoftheDuckPod References: Empire Production History The Making of Batman: Mask of the Phantasm DC Animated Alan Burnett Interview The Hollywood Reporter Production History The Hollywood Reporter Batman: The Animated Series Production History UCSB Script to Screen: Batman: Mask of the Phantasm SDCC Batman: Mask of the Phantasm Panel Back Issue Batman: The Animated Series Oral History Wild Cartoon Kingdom Issue #2 Production History Comics Scene V.2 #40 Comics Scene #43, June 1994 Hans Zimmer Helps Shirley Walker Alan Burnett Takes Credit For Andrea Batman: The Animated Series Podcast Alan Burnett Interview Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Michael Gaspari . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich . You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. This miniseries was programmed with the help of Nik Long. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord Learn more at eyeoftheduckpod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mar 31

Griffin Newman returns! And this time he’s brought with him the Bat, the Cat, the Penguin, and….Shreck? Yes, we’ve got THE TICK’s Arthur to talk all things superhero movies, performing in costume, transitioning from comedian to action hero, and why there will never be a better Bruce Wayne than Michael Keaton. Also, we gush about how truly reprehensible and brilliant Danny DeVito is in this film! He stayed in character throughout the entire production! Demented! Join the conversation on our Discord at https://discord.com/invite/RssDc3brsx and get more Eye of the Duck on our Patreon show, After Hours https://www.patreon.com/EyeoftheDuckPod References: Special Features The Bat, the Cat, and the Penguin Shadows of the Bat: The Cinematic Saga of the Dark Knight Part 4 Making-up the Penguin Assembling the Arctic Army Bats, Mattes, and Dark Knights: The Visual Effects of Batman Returns Inside the Elfman Studios: The Music of Batman Returns Fangoria #160 Production History Cinefantastique Vol 22 No 2 (Oct 1991) Production History Cinefantastique Vol 23 No 1 (Aug 1992) Production History Cinefantastique Vol 23 No 2-3 (Oct 1992) Production History Burton on Burton by Mark Salisbury Cinefex #51 Production History The Hollywood Reporter Production History Stan Winston Penguin SFX Breakdown Stan Winston Army of Penguins SFX Breakdown Marlon Wayans Cast (Then Cut) as Robin Sean Young on Playing Catwoman Now Tim Burton on Returning to the Franchise Money Into Light Daniel Waters Interview ASC Cinematography Breakdown Empire Danny Elfman Interview AFI Production History Daniel Waters on Batman (1989) We Are Cult Production History “Batman 2” by Sam Hamm Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Michael Gaspari . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich . You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. This miniseries was programmed with the help of Nik Long. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord Learn more at eyeoftheduckpod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mar 24

Greatest superhero movie of all time? Whatever you think about Burton’s 1989 BATMAN, it’s hard to argue its influence on movies and pop culture. It’s an all-timer, and we’re going to get into it! Also discussed on this episode: the long and windy path to getting a proper Batman movie made, fan backlash against Michael Keaton’s casting, Jack Nicholson’s absurdly lax production schedule, the Prince of it all…and more! Join the conversation on our Discord at https://discord.com/invite/RssDc3brsx and get more Eye of the Duck on our Patreon show, After Hours https://www.patreon.com/EyeoftheDuckPod References Special Features Commentary Shadows of the Bat: The Cinematic Saga of the Dark Knight - The Road to Gotham City Shadows of the Bat: The Cinematic Saga of the Dark Knight - The Gathering Storm Shadows of the Bat: The Cinematic Saga of the Dark Knight - The Legend Reborn Visualizing Gotham Building the Batmobile Those Wonderful Toys: The Props & Gadgets of Batman Designing the Batsuit From Jack to the Joker Nocturnal Overtures Cinefex #41 Production History Comic Book Movies by David Hughes Page 49 Burton on Burton by Mark Salisbury Batman on Film Michael Uslan Interview Cinefantastique Vol 19 No 5 (July, 1989) Production History Cinefantastique Vol 20 No 1-2 (Nov 1989) Production History Fangoria #57 Pg. 64 Wes Craven Interview Pierce Brosnan Turns Down Batman Willem Dafoe Considered For Batman The New York Times Production History Empire Production History Jack Nicholson Cuts His Fee Warner Brothers Blocks Brad Dourif Jeff Dunham Buys Batmobile Michael Keaton on Batman Voice How Batman Saved Prince’s Career Danny Elfman’s Bathroom Rendezvous Steve Englehart “The Batman Movie” Treatment Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Michael Gaspari . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich . You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. This miniseries was programmed with the help of Nik Long. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord Learn more at eyeoftheduckpod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mar 17

Dunna-nunna-nunna-nunna…holy miniseries, Batman!! This week, we’re kicking off Eye of the Duck Knight with the very first theatrical movie about the Caped Crusader! Leslie H. Martinson’s 1966 BATMAN may not be the most faithful adaptation of the iconic superhero, but it is definitely the most colorful. And insane! Really, what is going on with the US foreign relations in this film? Join the conversation on our Discord at https://discord.com/invite/RssDc3brsx and get more Eye of the Duck on our Patreon show, After Hours https://www.patreon.com/EyeoftheDuckPod References: Special Features Gotham’s Most Wanted 2001 Featurette The Batmobile Revealed with George Barris ASC Howard Schwartz Interview Making of Batman TV Show Cinefantastique Vol. 24 #6 - Vol. 25 #1 Production History AFI Catalog Production History LA Times Lorenzo Semple Jr. Interview Adam West Goes Wild Television Academy Martinson Interview Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Michael Gaspari . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich . You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. This miniseries was programmed with the help of Nik Long. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord Learn more at eyeoftheduckpod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mar 10

Just like the Xenomorph who (somehow) survived the desolation of outer space, we are back. And this time, we’re going deep! The last episode on Fede Alvarez’s space thriller was just an appetizer. This is the full meal, as promised. Joining us to perform the Eye of the Duck treatment is franchise expert and author of BECOMING ALIEN, our old friend Sarah Welch-Larson. It’s time to answer once and for all: why does the Xenomorph gestation chrysalis have lips? Listen to find out. Next week, we’re kicking off our new series (!!) with the 1966 Leslie H. Martinson BATMAN. Join the conversation at https://discord.com/invite/RssDc3brsx References Special Features Casting the Faces Constructing the World Inside the Xenomorph Showdown Alien: Covenant Commentary Befores & Afters #22 Production History The Sidney Morning Herald Ridley Scott Interview CinemaBlend Ridley Scott Interview Variety Stacey Snider Interview Empire Podcast Ridley Scott Interview Disney Confirms More Alien Films Fede Álvarez Confirms Hulu Alien Film The Hollywood Reporter Álvarez Interview Álvarez Reads “Xenopedia” to Stick to Canon Variety Álvarez Interview Inside Film Podcast Álvarez Interview Álvarez Confirms The Last of Us: Part II Influence Stan Winston School Practical Effects Breakdown Classical Music Benjamin Wallfisch Interview Art of the Cut Jake Roberts Interview Art of VFX Eric Barba Interview Movie Makers News Production History Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Michael Gaspari . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich . You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. This miniseries was programmed with the help of Nik Long. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord Learn more at eyeoftheduckpod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mar 3

It’s awards season, baby! This week we celebrate another year of Eye of the Duck by naming our favorite films of 2024…and we’re announcing a very special new addition to the podcast...our new show, After Hours (!!) which you can find on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/EyeoftheDuckPod Also discussed: our favorite movies we watched for the podcast, honorable mentions from ‘24, the recently announced Fockers sequel, and whether or not it will indeed be called “Mother Fockers”. Thanks to everyone who supported us last year! We have so much in store for 2025!! Next week, it’s back to Xenomorph Summer again for our comprehensive retrospective on ALIEN: ROMULUS. Join the conversation at https://discord.com/invite/RssDc3brsx . Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Michael Gaspari . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich . You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. This miniseries was programmed with the help of Nik Long. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord Become a patron for access to our new show, After Hours, available only on Patreon . Learn more at eyeoftheduckpod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Feb 24

We finally played all five tones! Our UFO Invasion series is over, and we’re waving goodbye this week with tears in our eyes and a lot of lingering questions about extraterrestrial life. Do they want to kill us or not? We may never know. To send off our longest-ever miniseries, we’re offering up some final thoughts about our scaly green friends, answering listener questions, and announcing what’s next for the show!!! Join the conversation on Eye of the Discord https://discord.com/invite/RssDc3brsx . Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Michael Gaspari . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich . You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. This miniseries was programmed with the help of Nik Long. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord Learn more at eyeoftheduckpod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Feb 17

This week we finish off our UFO miniseries with the long overdue Eye of the Duck debut of Wes Anderson! ASTEROID CITY asks all the big questions from we’ve been trying to answer since we began this miniseries back in the summer: where do aliens come from? Why are they here? What do they want from us?! And was it really just Jeff Goldblum in a latex suit all along? Next week, it’s the outro for our miniseries, where we’ll be tying off loose ends, answers listeners questions…and announcing what’s next for show!! Join the conversation on Eye of the Discord https://discord.com/invite/RssDc3brsx . References Special Features Desert Town The Players The Alien Wes Anderson Making New Film British Cinematographer Robert Yeoman Interview Focus Features Robert Yeoman Interview IndieWire Anderson Interview KCRW Anderson Interview Bill Murray Cut Scene Shondaland Maya Hawke Interview IndieWire Adrien Brody Interview NME Anderson Interview Anderson on TikTok (RIP?) Tributes Below the Line Barney Pilling Interview Filmmaker Magazine Adam Stockhausen Interview How Wes Anderson’s Asteroid City Helped Me Revisit the Grief in my Life: By Jason Schwartzman Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Michael Gaspari . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich . You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. This miniseries was programmed with the help of Nik Long. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord Learn more at eyeoftheduckpod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Feb 10

It’s the penultimate film of our UFO invasion series and the only one to feature an evil monkey, a suicidal cinematographer, and a nasty alien thing called “jean jacket.” Oh, and Osgood Perkins! Jordan Peele’s latest big budget spectacle has so much to say. But does it all come together in the end? We tried our best to find some answers without getting chewed up and spit out by the cowboy hat monster. Next week, it’s the final movie of our series. Wes Anderson’s ASTEROID CITY. Join the conversation on Eye of the Discord https://discord.com/invite/RssDc3brsx . References: Special Features Shadows: The Making of Nope Call Him Jean Jacket Jordan Peele Signs Deal with Universal Pictures GQ Peele Interview AP News Peele Interview Syfy Brandon Perea Interview Cinematography World Hoyte van Hoytema Interview IndieWire Hoyte van Hoytema & Jordan Peele Interview Art of the Cut Nicholas Monsour Interview Syfy Guillaume Rocheron Interview Craft Services Ruth de Jong Interview Monkeypaw Productions Ian Cooper Interview Jesse Plemons Drops out of Nope Collider Daniel Kaluuya Interview Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Michael Gaspari . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich . You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. This miniseries was programmed with the help of Nik Long. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord Learn more at eyeoftheduckpod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Feb 3

It's literally impossible. But it's literally what we're covering this week on the show. Welcome to The Shimmer. Joining us for some very sobering (and demented) meditations on Alex Garland's UFO thriller is returning guest, Jefferson White! He's no stranger to Garland's work, having appeared in the director's most recent film, CIVIL WAR. And we're thrilled to have him here to answer some of our weirdest questions about Garland and this mysterious film. Next week, it's our penultimate film of the series, and a gigantic one at that–Jordan Peele's NOPE. Join the conversation on Eye of the Discord https://discord.com/invite/RssDc3brsx . References: Special Features, Part 1 - Southern Reach Special Features, Part 2 - Area X Creative Screenwriting Garland Interview Alex Garland Tapped to Write & Direct Annihilation The Ringer Garland Interview Natalie Portman on Whitewashing 032c Rob Hardy Interview British Cinematographer Rob Hardy Interview VFX Voice VFX Breakdown David Ellison and Scott Rudin Clash VFX Blog Andrew Whitehurst Interview Rolling Stone Geoff Barrow & Ben Salisbury Interview Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Michael Gaspari . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich . You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. This miniseries was programmed with the help of Nik Long. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord Learn more at eyeoftheduckpod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jan 27

This week we gain two new friends…and bring an old one back! It’s Abbott, Costello, and returning champion Sarah Welch-Larson for the most requested film in Eye of the Duck history! ARRIVAL is a dense one, but luckily Sarah has the linguistic expertise to help us unlock the mystery of the heptapods and save planet earth from itself. Next week we travel deep into the wacky (and evil?) Shimmer for Alex Garland’s ANNIHILATION. Join the conversation on Eye of the Discord https://discord.com/invite/RssDc3brsx . References: Special Features Xenolinguistics: Understanding Arrival Acoustic Signatures: The Sound Design Eternal Recurrence: The Score Nonlinear Thinking: The Editing Process “Story of Your Life” Short Story Deadline Eric Heisserer Interview The Wall Street Journal Ted Chiang Interview Deadline Villeneuve Interview Collider Eric Heisserer Interview British Cinematographer Bradford Young Interview Time Production History IndieWire Bradford Young Interview Popular Mechanics Patrice Vermette Interview The Hollywood Reporter Patrice Vermete Interview Collider Jóhann Jóhannsson Interview Arrival Score Disqualified by Oscars Variety Jóhann Jóhannsson Interview Deadline Joe Walker Interview VFX Blog VFX Breakdown Art of VFX VFX Breakdown Female.com Production History Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Michael Gaspari . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich . You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. This miniseries was programmed with the help of Nik Long. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord Learn more at eyeoftheduckpod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jan 20

This week we are pausing our release schedule to pay tribute to the godfather of our podcast, the late, great David Lynch. Usually on our show, we talk about movie scenes. But for this dedication, we've selected a handful of clips of Lynch–the man, not his movies–to discuss. It's our hope that by sharing his voice, and connecting over his philosophy, all of us can find some comfort in the tragedy of his passing. We have a channel dedicated to Lynch in our Discord if you're looking to connect with us and other listeners about the legendary filmmaker who inspired this podcast: https://discord.com/invite/RssDc3brsx Next week, we'll return to our regularly scheduled programming. In the meantime, keep your eye on the donut. ----------- Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Michael Gaspari . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich . You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. This miniseries was programmed with the help of Nik Long. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord Learn more at eyeoftheduckpod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jan 13

This week we venture deep into the abyss for Jonathan Glazer’s unnerving science fiction masterpiece, the only movie on earth that is somehow equal parts NATHAN FOR YOU and 2001: A SPACE ODYSSEY. How does this film even exist? What happens in that dark room? Is it all as real as it looks? Listeners, we tried our best to find some answers for you. Next week, it’s the most-requested film in Eye of the Duck history, Denis Villeneuve’s ARRIVAL. Join the conversation on Eye of the Discord https://discord.com/invite/RssDc3brsx . References: Special Features Featurettes - Camera Featurettes - Casting Featurettes - Editing Featurettes - Locations Featurettes - Production Design Featurettes - VFX The Guardian Glazer Interview Uproxx Production History IndieWire Production History The Irish Times Glazer Interview BBC Scarlett Johannson Interview IndieWire Daniel Landin Interview BFI Mica Levi Interview Open Letters Monthly Glazer Interview IndieWire Mica Levi Interview Dazed Digital Chris Oddy Interview Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Michael Gaspari . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich . You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. This miniseries was programmed with the help of Nik Long. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord Learn more at eyeoftheduckpod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jan 6

We are officially one flavor away from completing the Cornetto trilogy! It’s Edgar Wright’s thrilling and deliciously stupid body snatcher comedy this week, the third in our series to feature Mr. Nick Frost. Coming along for our apocalyptic hometown pub crawl is returning guest, Ethan Warren. Is this the perfect ending to the only film trilogy based on ice cream? Listen to find out. Next week, it’s perhaps the strangest film in our UFO series, Jonathan Glazer’s UNDER THE SKIN. Join the conversation on Eye of the Discord https://discord.com/invite/RssDc3brsx . References: Special Features Completing The Golden Mile - The Making of The World’s End Three Flavors Cornetto Trilogy Filling in the Blanks: The Stunts and FX of The World’s End Edgar & Simon’s Flip Chart The Young Folks Wright & Cast Interview It Came From Wright Interview Empire Production History Art of VFX VFX Breakdown The Call Sheet Frazer Churchill Interview IndieWire Wright Interview Den of Geek Wright Interview The Guardian Simon Pegg Interview We Are Movie Geeks Steven Price Interview Steven Price on The World’s End Score Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Michael Gaspari . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich . You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. This miniseries was programmed with the help of Nik Long. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord Learn more at eyeoftheduckpod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dec 30, 2024

The aliens may be fuzzy this week… but they’re also very scary and mean. It’s our first Joe Cornish movie, and one of the great science fiction films of the 21st century! Topics discussed this week: the high expectations for Cornish’s career, the STRANGER THINGSification of all media, whether or not Terry Notary was indeed the Silver Surfer in FANTASTIC FOUR: RISE OF THE SILVER SURFER, and we try to answer the question, why aren’t these hairy aliens wet? Next week, we conclude our Edgar Wright-connected UFO trio with THE WORLD’S END. Join the conversation on Eye of the Discord https://discord.com/invite/RssDc3brsx . References: Commentary The Dream Behind Super 8 The Search for New Faces Meet Joel Courtney Rediscovering the Steeltown The Visitor Lives Scoring Super 8 Do You Believe in Magic? SFGate Abrams Interview EW Abrams/Spielberg Breakdown American Society of Cinematographers Production History Portal 2 Super 8 Teaser Vulture Abrams Interview Abrams Reflects on Super 8 EW Abrams Interview Vanity Fair Abrams Interview Asian Connections Larry Fong Interview Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Michael Gaspari . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich . You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. This miniseries was programmed with the help of Nik Long. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord Learn more at eyeoftheduckpod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dec 23, 2024

It’s mint! This week we hang out with a crew of teenage filmmakers…and one very big scary tarantula alien-looking guy. It’s JJ Abram’s big budget 70s throwback adventure, with a hint of BLOW-UP, and a whole lot of Spielberg influence. It’s the final Amblin movie of our series! Join the conversation on Eye of the Discord https://discord.com/invite/RssDc3brsx . References: Film Commentary The Dream Behind Super 8 The Search for New Faces Meet Joel Courtney Rediscovering the Steeltown The Visitor Lives Scoring Super 8 Do You Believe in Magic? SFGate Abrams Interview EW Abrams/Spielberg Breakdown American Society of Cinematographers Production History Portal 2 Super 8 Teaser Vulture Abrams Interview Abrams Reflects on Super 8 EW Abrams Interview Vanity Fair Abrams Interview Asian Connections Larry Fong Interview Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Michael Gaspari . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich . You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. This miniseries was programmed with the help of Nik Long. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord Learn more at eyeoftheduckpod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dec 16, 2024

Listeners, you didn’t ask for it, but we did it anyway. This week it’s the one alien we specifically promised we wouldn’t talk about…and he’s chill as hell. Topics covered in our very deep dive of PAUL: Seth Rogen’s new show that seems dangerously similar to ENTOURAGE, whether or not Paul smells like shit, and of course, Grandpa Stevey Spielberg. Next week, it’s JJ Abrams’s Amblin throwback, SUPER 8. Join the conversation on Eye of the Discord https://discord.com/invite/RssDc3brsx . References: Between the Lighting Strikes: The Making of Paul Part 1 Between the Lighting Strikes: The Making of Paul Part 2 RV Doorway: The cast of Paul On-Location Runaway Santa Fe: An Interview with Nancy Steiner 5th Date Level Direction: The Cast on Greg Mottola Mexico Zero: The Locations of Paul The Many Pauls The Traveler Beagle The Evolution of Paul Simon Pegg on Spielberg’s Cameo The New York Times Greg Mottola Interview Indie London Joe Lo Truglio Interview Collider Bill Hader Interview Collider Nick Frost & Simon Pegg Interview Collider Nira Park Interview Collider Jason Bateman Interview Collider Jefferson Sage Interview Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Michael Gaspari . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich . You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. This miniseries was programmed with the help of Nik Long. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord Learn more at eyeoftheduckpod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dec 9, 2024

Can aliens and humans co-exist on this Earth? What happens when you squirt a can of alien jet fuel in your eye? This week we find out. It’s Neil Blomkamp’s debut feature, where action blockbuster meets guerrilla-style documentary. Can you believe this is Sharlto Copley’s first acting job?! Also, where the hell is DISTRICT 10?! Next week we come face to face with destiny. Yes, we’re doing Greg Mottola’s PAUL. Join the conversation on Eye of the Discord https://discord.com/invite/RssDc3brsx . References: The Alien Agenda: A Filmmaker’s Log - Chapter 1: Envisioning District 9 The Alien Agenda: A Filmmaker’s Log - Chapter 2: Shooting District 9 The Alien Agenda: A Filmmaker’s Log - Chapter 3: Refining District 9 Metamorphosis: The Transformation of Wikus Innovation: The Acting and Improvisation of District 9 Conception and Design: Creating the World of District 9 Alien Generation: The Visual Effects of District 9 Animatrik Production History Gizmodo David Meng Interview Variety Trent Opaloch Interview Variety Blomkamp Interview Good Bad Ugly Films Trent Opaloch Interview Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Michael Gaspari . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich . You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. This miniseries was programmed with the help of Nik Long. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord Learn more at eyeoftheduckpod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dec 2, 2024

It's James Gunn week on the pod, and we're (finally) talking about the DC Studio head and his origins as a down-and-dirty genre guy. Between the mouth-stuffing slugs and Michael Rooker's lovably demented performance as a human meat volcano, SLITHER has a little bit of everything. And we're all for it. Next week, we take a trip down to Johannesburg for our first Neill Blomkamp picture, DISTRICT 9. Join the conversation on Eye of the Discord https://discord.com/invite/RssDc3brsx . References: Special Features Interview with Writer/Director James Gunn Interview with Actor Gregg Henry Who Is Bill Pardy? The Sick Minds and Slimy Days of Slither Bringing Slither ’s Creatures to Life Lloyd Kaufman’s Video Diary IGN Gunn Interview Showbiz Monkeys Gunn Interview Slither Unscripted Ain’t It Cool Gunn Interview CHUD Gunn Interview FilmThreat Gunn Interview Review Graveyard Tyler Bates Interview Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Michael Gaspari . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich . You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. This miniseries was programmed with the help of Nik Long. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord Learn more at eyeoftheduckpod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nov 25, 2024

We are so back! It’s the finale (?) of the Spielberg UFO invasion trilogy this week. Joining us once again to talk Grandpa Steve, Tom Cruise, and Janusz Kamiński, is returning champion Patrick Willems! Topics discussed: post-9/11 filmmaking, the glory of MUNICH, Patrick’s upcoming short film (!!), Gore Verbinski’s PIRATES movies, the Tom Cruise Running Score, longing for Peter Jackson’s comeback, and some text message dispatches from WAR OF THE WORLDS vfx artist, Todd Vaziri. Next week, it’s James Gunn’s 2006 early creepy crawly romp, SLITHER. Join the conversation on Eye of the Discord https://discord.com/invite/RssDc3brsx . References: Special Features Revisiting the Invasion Steven Spielberg and the Original War of the Worlds Characters: The Family Unit Previsualization Production Diaries: East Coast - Beginning Production Diaries: East Coast - Exile Production Diaries: West Coast - Destruction Production Diaries: West Coast - War Designing the Enemy: Tripods and Aliens Scoring War of the Worlds War of the Worlds Production Notes Empire David Koepp Interview USA Today Spielberg Interview VFX Building Error Devin Faraci Spielberg & Cruise Interview Spiegel International Spielberg & Cruise Interview Spielberg Offers J.J. Abrams War of the Worlds Empire Spielberg Interview Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Michael Gaspari . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich . You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. This miniseries was programmed with the help of Nik Long. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord Learn more at eyeoftheduckpod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nov 18, 2024

The 2000s have officially arrived, and they’ve brought invisible flying saucers, depressed reverends, and some very mean green creatures who hate water. It’s our very first M. Night Shyamalan movie this week, and a favorite of UFO heads and baseball fans alike. Swing away! Next week, we round out the Spielberg alien invasion trilogy with WAR OF THE WORLDS. Join the conversation on Eye of the Discord https://discord.com/invite/RssDc3brsx . References Special Features Looking For Signs Building Signs Making Signs: A Commentary By M. Night Shyamalan The Effects of Signs Last Voices: The Music of Signs Full Circle DisneyWar by James B. Stewart The Hollywood Reporter Shyamalan Interview The Ringer Shyamalan Interview Ain’t It Cool News Shyamalan Interview Prairie Miller Joaquin Phoenix Interview BBC Shyamalan Interview Nerdtropolis Rory Culkin Interview GQ Shyamalan Interview Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Michael Gaspari . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich . You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. This miniseries was programmed with the help of Nik Long. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord Learn more at eyeoftheduckpod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nov 11, 2024

Teachers stink! It’s our very first Robert Rodriguez joint this week. And perhaps the most ‘90s movie ever made. Come for the deep dive on alien imposter horror…and stay for the very academic discussion of Josh Hartnett’s terrible haircut. Next week, it’s another first for us — M. Night Shyamalan! We’re unrolling our tinfoil hats for one of his all-time greats, SIGNS. Join the conversation on Eye of the Discord https://discord.com/invite/RssDc3brsx . References: The Faculty Making Of Los Angeles Times Production History Clea DuVall On Robert Rodriguez Digital Trends Robert Rodriguez Interview Austin Filming Locations Josh Hartnett on Zeke vs Cooper Hartnett on The Weinstein Company Collider Jordana Brewster Interview AOL Salma Hayek Interview Harry Knowles on The Faculty Hartnett Needs a Hairnet (To Cover Up His Horrible Haircut) Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Michael Gaspari . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich . You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. This miniseries was programmed with the help of Nik Long. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord Learn more at eyeoftheduckpod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nov 4, 2024

The Willenium is here, y’all. We’re hitting yet another Will Smith classic this week with the Barry Sonnenfeld buddy-alien-cop caper, MEN IN BLACK. Aliens are here among us, and it turns out, the majority of them are weird little guys who live inside other bigger weirder guys. Listen in before we all get neuralyzed. Next week, it’s another gnarly cult favorite (and our very first Robert Rodriguez), THE FACULTY. Join the conversation on Eye of the Discord https://discord.com/invite/RssDc3brsx . References Special Features Metamorphosis of Men in Black Comic Book Movies by David Hughes The Men Who Would Be King by Nicole LaPorte Call Your Mother: Memoirs of a Neurotic Filmmaker by Barry Sonnenfeld Best Possible Place, Worst Possible Time by Barry Sonnenfeld Ed Solomon Profit Points Den Of Geek Production History David Schwimmer Turns Down Men in Black The Verge Mark Setrakian Interview VFX Blog VFX Breakdown Inverse Production History Will Smith Brutal Fart Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Michael Gaspari . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich . You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. This miniseries was programmed with the help of Nik Long. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord Learn more at eyeoftheduckpod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Oct 28, 2024

We're fighting for our right to live this week! It may not be July but we are very much celebrating Roland Emmerich's All-American UFO disaster epic that's sometimes called "ID4." Joining us is returning champion and co-host of the very good Die Hard on a Blank podcast, Liam Billingham! Want to know why the heck this film is called ID4? Free yourself from annihilation and listen in! Next week, it’s the one, the only, MEN IN BLACK! Join the conversation on Eye of the Discord https://discord.com/invite/RssDc3brsx . References: Special Features Commentary Creating Reality The Making of Independence Day by Rachel Aberly & Volker Engel Entertainment Weekly Production History Entertainment Weekly 1996 Summer Movie Preview The Hollywood Reporter Production History The Guardian Production History Complex Production History The Hollywood Reporter VFX Breakdown Ethan Hawke Turns Down Independence Day Sci-Fi Bulletin David Arnold Interview Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Michael Gaspari . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich . You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. This miniseries was programmed with the help of Nik Long. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord Learn more at eyeoftheduckpod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Oct 21, 2024

Ack ack ack ack ack ack ack ack ack…ack ack Ack Ack ack ack ack! Ack ack ack Ack Ack ack ack ack! Ack ack ack Ack Ack ack ack ack ack ack ack ack ack ack ack ack ack ack ack ack. [Translated for our earthly listeners]: The earth is overrun with weird little guys from Mars…and only Tom Jones can save us! It’s our first Tim Burton and we couldn’t be more excited to unpack this truly deranged blockbuster comedy for this miniseries. Next week, it’s the behemoth action disaster film, INDEPENDENCE DAY. Join the conversation on Eye of the Discord at https://discord.com/invite/RssDc3brsx. References: Fangoria #159 Production History Fangoria #160 Production History Alex Cox Mars Attacks! Scripts Burton on Burton by Mark Salisbury Warner Brothers Production Notes Vice Roger L Jackson Interview Jack Nicholson Cast In Mars Attacks! Entertainment Weekly Production History VFX Blog VFX Breakdown Inverse Production History David Andrews Animation Test Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Michael Gaspari . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich . You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. This miniseries was programmed with the help of Nik Long. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord Learn more at eyeoftheduckpod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Oct 14, 2024

This week, we’re going full tin foil hat mode to investigate the mysterious (and “true”) abduction of Travis Walton. Did he really get probed? Are polygraph tests conclusive? Why didn’t Henry Thomas get any lines in this movie?! Joining us to answer these questions and more is our old friend and co-host of the Mostly Horror podcast, Sean Parker! Next week, it’s Tim Burton’s disgustingly hilarious MARS ATTACKS. Join the conversation on Eye of the Discord https://discord.com/invite/RssDc3brsx . References Special Features Cinematic Abduction Touched by Light We Gotta Go Back Borrowed Time The Companion Production History AFI Production History The Action Elite D.B. Sweeney Interview Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Michael Gaspari . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich . You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. This miniseries was programmed with the help of Nik Long. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord Learn more at eyeoftheduckpod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Oct 7, 2024

Surprise! We didn’t originally have a James Cameron alien movie on the list for this miniseries…but then we fell into an abyssal trench. And we found some non terrestrial intelligence down here! We simply could not pass up the chance to explore the depths of a production so notoriously grueling, Cameron himself described it as his “nightmare.” So come on in, the water is (definitely not) warm. Next week, it’s the gnarly UFO cult favorite horror, FIRE IN THE SKY. Join the conversation on Eye of the Discord at https://discord.com/invite/RssDc3brsx . References: Special Features Under Pressure: Making The Abyss Deep Dive: A Conversation with James Cameron The Legacy of The Abyss Starlog Production History Cinefantastique Production History The New York Times Production History Syfy Mikael Salomon Interview Telegraph Production History Matt Mueller Production History Alan Silvestri Underscores Interview Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Michael Gaspari . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich . You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. This miniseries was programmed with the help of Nik Long. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord Learn more at eyeoftheduckpod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sep 30, 2024

What if aliens were already here? And all it took to see them was a pair of very rad 80s sunglasses? The Prince of Darkness returns one last time to answer these questions and more. And he’s bringing mullets, chewing gum, and Rowdy Roddy Piper with him. Next week, it’s a slight change of course! We’re going deep into an abyssal trench for a surprise reunion with James Cameron for his underwater odyssey, THE ABYSS. Join the conversation on Eye of the Discord at https://discord.com/invite/RssDc3brsx . References: Special Features Independent Thoughts Woman of Mystery Watch, Look, Listen: Mans vs. Aliens Original EPK: The Making of They Live Hero Complex John Carpenter Interview Hero Complex John Carpenter Interview 2 Cinephilia Beyond Production History Starlog Production History Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Michael Gaspari . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich . You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. This miniseries was programmed with the help of Nik Long. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord Learn more at eyeoftheduckpod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sep 23, 2024

There are alien cocoons in the pool! And they’re making the old people horny! Our hot streak of iconic directors continues this week with this weird and wonderful sci fi classic from Ron Howard. It’s COCOON, and yes, Wilford Brimley is surprisingly young in it. Next week, we return to the dark world of John Carpenter with THEY LIVE (1988). Join the conversation on Eye of the Discord at https://discord.com/invite/RssDc3brsx . References: Cocoon Making Of Cinefantastique Production History Harvard Business Review Production History Tampa Bay Times Production History Powell Tribune Wilford Brimley Interview Hey U Guys Production History Tampa Bay Times Production History 25th Anniversary Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Michael Gaspari . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich . You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. This miniseries was programmed with the help of Nik Long. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord Learn more at eyeoftheduckpod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sep 16, 2024

The master of horror returns! John Carpenter may not be known for his romantic road comedies…but STARMAN is a damn fine (albeit underrated) gem. Joining us to spread the gospel of Carpenter is our old friend, assistant programmer, and digital producer (!) Nik Long. Next week, we’re hanging out with some extra-terrestrial-infected geezers in Ron Howard’s COCOON. Join the conversation on Eye of the Discord at https://discord.com/invite/RssDc3brsx . REFERENCES Special Features They Came from Hollywood! Remembering Starman Making of Featurette Cinematheque Production History Chicago Tribune Production History Hollywood Reporter Jeff Bridges & Karen Allen Interview Pop Culture Classics Jeff Bridges Interview Flashback Files John Carpenter Interview Red Bull Music John Carpenter Interview The Wrap Shawn Levy Update Cinema Showcase John Carpenter Interview Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Michael Gaspari . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich . You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. This miniseries was programmed with the help of Nik Long. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord Learn more at eyeoftheduckpod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sep 13, 2024

Calling all (motorcycle) knights of the round table! On Sunday, September 15 at 7pm, Adam and Dom will be in person at the IFC Center in NYC for a special screening of George A. Romero's KNIGHTRIDERS. They'll be presenting the film and participating in a Q&A with host Matt Zoller Seitz (New York Magazine, RogerEbert.com) and author Daniel Kraus, who completed Romero's unfinished novel THE LIVING DEAD, as well as the upcoming PAY THE PIPER. Tickets are available for purchase here: https://www.ifccenter.com/films/movies-with-mzs-knightriders/ Longtime listeners of the show know how meaningful Romero's renegade Camelot movie has become here at Eye of the Duck. We're so excited to see the film on the big screen and help spread the gospel of KNIGHTRIDERS. We hope to see you there! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sep 9, 2024

Another week, another entry for the sci-fi hall of fame! Spielberg changed the game with his shiny little goblin, and we’re here to answer the most important question of all…why is he wet??! Next week, it’s John Carpenter’s massively underrated STARMAN. Join the conversation on Eye of the Discord at https://discord.com/invite/RssDc3brsx . References: Special Features Steven Spielberg & E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial A Look Back The Evolution and Creation of E.T. The E.T. Reunion Steven Spielberg: A Biography by Joseph McBride The Films of Steven Spielberg by Douglas Brode American Cinematographer Production History American Cinematographer Spielberg Interview Collider Kathleen Kennedy & Henry Thomas Interview Hollywood Reporter Spielberg Interview Cinefantastique Production History Stephen Colbert Spielberg Interview E.T. Ghost Eyes Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Michael Gaspari . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich . You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. This miniseries was programmed with the help of Nik Long. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord Learn more at eyeoftheduckpod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sep 2, 2024

It's pod people, pop psychologists, mud baths, and one very grumpy health inspector this week. Philip Kaufman's iconic remake is bursting with 1970s cooky vibes, courtesy of Michael Chapman's singular cinematography, and Leonard Nimoy's very small leather glove. Best remake of all time? Next week we're going for what may be the biggest alien movie of them all...Steven Spielberg's 1982 E.T. THE EXTRA-TERRESTRIAL. Join the conversation on Eye of the Discord at https://discord.com/invite/RssDc3brsx. References: Special Features Star Crossed in The Invasion with Brooke Adams Re-Creating the Invasion: Interview with Screenwriter W.D. Richter Scoring the Invasion: Interview with Composer Denny Zeitlin Leading the Invasion: Interview with Actor Art Hindle Re-Visitors from Outer Space, or How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Pod Practical Magic: The Special Effects Pod The Man Behind the Scream: The Sound Effects Pod The Invasion Will Be Televised: The Cinematography Pod The Hollywood Reporter Production History The Fan Can Production History Cinefantastique Production History Starlog Production History The Guardian Production History Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Michael Gaspari . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich . You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. This miniseries was programmed with the help of Nik Long. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord Learn more at eyeoftheduckpod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Aug 26, 2024

Surprise! We are interrupting our regularly scheduled broadcasting for a very special transmission: The perfect organism is back! And so are we. This week, we’ll be sharing our initial reactions to Fede Alvarez’s ALIEN: ROMULUS. No production history or duck scenes. Just raw, unfiltered Xenomorph worship. That’s right. It’s Xenomorph Summer again, baby. Next week we return to our UFO miniseries with the 1978 remake of INVASION OF THE BODY SNATCHERS. Join the conversation at https://discord.com/invite/RssDc3brsx Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Erik Gunnarsson . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich . You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. This miniseries was programmed with the help of Nik Long. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord Learn more at eyeoftheduckpod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Aug 19, 2024

Grandpa Steve is back, and he's brought all kinds of funny little guys with him this time! Spielberg's CLOSE ENCOUNTERS may have been overshadowed in its time by the likes of a small space opera movie called STAR WARS...but here at Eye of the Duck, we couldn't be more excited to celebrate all its hopeful (and neurotic) wonder. Next week, it's the iconic 1978 remake, INVASION OF THE BODY SNATCHERS. Join the conversation on Eye of the Discord at https://discord.com/invite/RssDc3brsx. References: Special Features The Making Of: Close Encounters of the Third Kind Steven Spielberg: 30 Years of Close Encounters Steven Spielberg: A Biography by Joseph McBride Close Encounters of the Third Kind: The Making of Steven Spielberg's Classic Film by Ray Morton Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Michael Gaspari . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich . You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. This miniseries was programmed with the help of Nik Long. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord Learn more at eyeoftheduckpod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Aug 12, 2024

It's a glob, it's a mass, it's Steve McQueen? In a sci fi movie?! Yes it's THE BLOB. While Americans were eating weird amounts of gelatin at their dinner tables, a gooey monster from outer space was pouring into their movie theaters and consuming them all. This may be our only "B-movie" type alien movie in our Invasion miniseries, but it's by no means the most insignificant one on the list! Eye of the Blob! Next week, it's Steven Spielberg's massively influential UFO epic, CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE THIRD KIND (1977)! Join the conversation on Eye of the Discord at https://discord.com/invite/RssDc3brsx . References: Special Features Blobabilia! Cinefantastique The Blob Production History Den of Geek The Blob Production History The True Story Behind The Blob Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Michael Gaspari . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich . You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. This miniseries was programmed with the help of Nik Long. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord Learn more at eyeoftheduckpod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Aug 5, 2024

Listeners, it's finally time for us to admit.....Klaatu barada nikto! Our alien invasion series has begun, and we're lifting off with one the most important science fiction films ever made, THE DAY THE EARTH STOOD STILL. Praise be to Gort. Next week, it's Irvin Yeaworth's THE BLOB (1958). Join the conversation on Eye of the Discord at https://discord.com/invite/RssDc3brsx . References: Special Features Commentary The Making of The Day the Earth Stood Still The Astounding Harry Bates The World of the Theremin Edmund North: The Man Who Made the Earth Stand Still Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Michael Gaspari . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich . You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. This miniseries was programmed with the help of Nik Long. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord Learn more at eyeoftheduckpod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jul 29, 2024

Today we say goodbye to all Road Warriors, War Boys, War Pups, Toecutters, Imperators, Praetorians, Nightriders, Knightriders, and everyone else who populates the very fun and cool place known as The Wasteland. Also, listener questions! Thanks everyone who listened to our SHINY AND CHROME series! Next week, it's the premiere of our next miniseries, INVASION OF THE EYE OF THE DUCK! We're kicking things off with Robert Wise's landmark UFO film, THE DAY THE EARTH STOOD STILL (1951). Join the conversation on Eye of the Discord at https://discord.com/invite/RssDc3brsx Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Michael Gaspari . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich . You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. This miniseries was programmed with the help of Nik Long. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord Learn more at eyeoftheduckpod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jul 22, 2024

Ready! Setty! GO! Here we are again, for the latest, greatest blockbuster thrill ride since FURY ROAD. It's George Miller's 2024 action odyssey, FURIOSA! Dom and Adam crawl out of their pitiless graves, deeper than hell, to follow the Fifth Rider of the Apocalypse into Valhalla. Next week, we'll be closing the book on the Wasteland once and for all! Join the conversation on Eye of the Discord at https://discord.com/invite/RssDc3brsx References: Special Features Highway to Valhalla Stowaway To Nowhere Darkest Angel: Anya Taylor-Joy as Furiosa Metal Beasts and Holy Motors Motorbike Messiah: Chris Hemsworth as Dementus Blood, Sweat, & Chrome: The Wild and True Story of Mad Max: Fury Road by Kyle Buchanan Rolling Stone Furiosa Production History New Yorker George Miller Interview The New York Times Anya Taylor Joy Interview Vanity Fair Chris Hemsworth Interview Deadline Tom Holkenborg Interview Motion Pictures Tom Holkenborg Interview Motion Pictures Jacinta Leong Interview Shortlist George Miller Interview IndieWire VFX Breakdown Frame.io Furiosa Cinematography Breakdown Tom Burke Replaces Yahya Abdul-Mateen II Furiosa Budget Paid For By Australian Government Furiosa and Gendered Grief Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Michael Gaspari . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich . You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. This miniseries was programmed with the help of Nik Long. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord Learn more at eyeoftheduckpod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jul 15, 2024

V8! V8! V8! This week, we come face to face with the Conductor of the Choir of Death himself. It's George Miller's FURY ROAD. The one. The only. The best blockbuster of the past 20 years? Or...ever? Listen as we contend with what very well may be the most "Eye of the Duck" movie of all time. And ride back to the Wasteland one last time with us next week as we finally collide with the 2024 prequel epic, FURIOSA: A MAD MAX SAGA. Join the conversation on Eye of the Discord at https://discord.com/invite/RssDc3brsx References: Blood, Sweat, & Chrome: The Wild and True Story of Mad Max: Fury Road by Kyle Buchanan Special Features: Going Mad: The Battle of Fury Road Maximum Fury: Filming Fury Road Mad Max: Fury on Four Wheels The Road Warriors: Max and Furiosa The Tools of the Wasteland The Five Wives: So Shiny, So Chrome Priscilla Page on Mad Max Fury Road Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Michael Gaspari . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich . You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. This miniseries was programmed with the help of Nik Long. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord Learn more at eyeoftheduckpod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jul 8, 2024

We asked, and you voted. Now, the results are in. On today's bonus episode, we breakdown the epic conclusion of Miniseries MAYHem and announce the films we'll be tackling for our big summer miniseries! Also, ALIEN: ROMULUS? Next week, we zoom back into the Wasteland for a very, very big episode. MAD MAX: FURY ROAD (2015). Join the conversation on Eye of the Discord at https://discord.com/invite/RssDc3brsx Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Michael Gaspari . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich . You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. This miniseries was programmed with the help of Nik Long. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord Learn more at eyeoftheduckpod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jul 1, 2024

To the bat-tank! It's another bonus this week. Rachel Talalay's TANK GIRL may not exactly take place in George Miller's dystopian world...but it's close enough. This one has been a long time coming and we couldn't be more excited to talk kangaroo guys, Naomi Watts, and the manic pixie killing machine performance by Lori Petty. Next week, we peel out of the Wasteland to announce the results of Miniseries MAYhem!! Join the conversation on Eye of the Discord at https://discord.com/invite/RssDc3brsx References: Special Features Audio Commentary with Director Rachel Talalay The Revolution Will Be Ahead Of Its Time - An Interview with Rachel Talalay I Am Tank Girl - An Interview with Lori Petty Anarchy From The UK - An Interview with Production Designer Catherine Hardwicke The Shape of Ripper - An Interview with Actor Doug Jones The Making of Tank Girl by Frank Wynne Entertainment Weekly Tank Girl Production History Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Michael Gaspari . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich . You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. This miniseries was programmed with the help of Nik Long. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord Learn more at eyeoftheduckpod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jun 24, 2024

Camelot is a state of mind. And a bonus (!) episode for our Mad Max series! This week it's George A. Romero's criminally unappreciated KNIGHTRIDERS, a film about guys who joust on motorcycles. It sounds like madness, but it's actually a moving testament to artistic purity from one of cinema's most uncompromising visionaries. We love it! And we hope you will too. Next week, we hit another bonus before returning to the Wasteland: Rachel Talalay's TANK GIRL (1995). Join the conversation on Eye of the Discord at https://discord.com/invite/RssDc3brsx References: Special Features Conscience of the King with Ed Harris Code of Honor with George Romero Memories of Morgan with Tom Savini IndieWire Knightriders Production History Hollywood Knights: Arthurian Cinema and the Politics of Nostalgia Little White Lies George Romero Interview Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Michael Gaspari . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich . You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. This miniseries was programmed with the help of Nik Long. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord Learn more at eyeoftheduckpod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jun 17, 2024

Ladies and gentlemen...dying time's here. This week we travel beyond the Thunderdome for George Miller's third entry into the Wasteland saga. Pig shit, Master Blaster, and Tina Turner. Can you really do Mad Max on a train? Listen in to find out. Next week, we take a break from the Wasteland for our first bonus of the series: George A. Romero's KNIGHTRIDERS (1981). Join the conversation on Eye of the Discord at https://discord.com/invite/RssDc3brsx References: Miller and Max: George Miller and the Making of a Film Legend Rolling Stone Mad Max: Beyond Thunderdome Production History Fangoria Mad Max: Beyond Thunderdome Production History The Making of Mad Max: Beyond Thunderdome Mad Max: Beyond Thunderdome Songs Maurice Jarre Scoring Mad Max: Beyond Thunderdome Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Michael Gaspari . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich . You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. This miniseries was programmed with the help of Nik Long. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord Learn more at eyeoftheduckpod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jun 10, 2024

This week, we remember a time of chaos and ruined dreams, but most of all, we remember the road warrior. It's MAD MAX 2: THE ROAD WARRIOR! Join us for the second installment of our Shiny and Chrome series as we break the film that brought Mad Max to the wasteland. Next week, we cover George Miller's MAD MAX BEYOND THUNDERDOME (1985). Join the conversation on Eye of the Discord at https://discord.com/invite/RssDc3brsx References: Special Features Introduction by Leonard Maltin Commentary with Director George Miller and Cinematographer Dean Semler Road War: The Making of The Road Warrior Miller and Max: George Miller and the Making of a Film Legend Rolling Stone Mad Max 2 Production History Australian Screen George Miller Interview Cinephilia Beyond Mad Max 2 Production History Mad Max 2: The Road Warrior Screenplay Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Erik Gunnarsson . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich . You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. This miniseries was programmed with the help of Nik Long. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord Learn more at eyeoftheduckpod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jun 3, 2024

Witness us bloodbags! This week, we kick off our latest miniseries, SHINY AND CHROME!! First up is the film that started it all, MAD MAX. Listen in as we unravel the unlikely story of how a physician's take on Australian road rage turned into one of the most influential and profitable films of all time. Next week, we cover George Miller's MAD MAX 2: THE ROAD WARRIOR (1981). Join the conversation on Eye of the Discord at https://discord.com/invite/RssDc3brsx References: Special Features Road Rage: New Interview with George Miller Interviews with Stars Mel Gibson & Joanna Samuel, and Cinematographer David Eggby The Madness of Max Cinema Papers Mad Max Production History Australian Screen George Miller Interview SciFi Now David Eggby Interview Kennedy/Miller Mad Max Production History The Guardian Mad Max Production History The Guardian George Miller Interview Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Erik Gunnarsson . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich . You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. This miniseries was programmed with the help of Nik Long. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord Learn more at eyeoftheduckpod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

May 27, 2024

Programs, we've reached the END OF LINE. We'll jack in one last time to close the book on our cyberpunk series and answer listener questions. Listen through for the announcement of our new miniseries, which we'll be kicking off next week! Join the conversation on Eye of the Discord at https://discord.com/invite/RssDc3brsx Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Erik Gunnarsson . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich . You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. This miniseries was programmed with the help of Nik Long. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord Learn more at eyeoftheduckpod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

May 20, 2024

This week, we're giving STEM full control. It's Leigh Whannell's UPGRADE! Here to break down the revenge and technological horror is past and future guest, writer, Reyna Cervantes! Listen in! Next week, we reach the END OF LINE for our cyberpunk series. Tune in as we close the book on cyberpunk and announce our next miniseries (!!) Join the conversation on Eye of the Discord at https://discord.com/invite/RssDc3brsx References: Special Features Not Action. Not Sci-Fi. More: An Interview with Leigh Whannell Permission Granted: An Interview with Producer Kylie du Fresne Future Noir: An Interview with Cinematographer Stefan Duscio Hacking Upgrade : An Interview with Editor Andy Canny The Art of Fighting Without Fighting: An Interview with Fight Choreographer Chris Weir Tech Crunch Leigh Whannell Interview AusFilm Felicity Abbott Interview Leigh Whannell and Jason Blum on Upgrade Sequel The MacGuffin Leigh Whannell Interview Rue Morgue Leigh Whannell and Logan Marshall-Green Interview First Showing Leigh Whannell Interview Filmmaker Magazine Stefan Duscio Interview Stash Media Scott Geersen Interview Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Erik Gunnarsson . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich . You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. This miniseries was programmed with the help of Nik Long. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord Learn more at eyeoftheduckpod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

May 13, 2024

We're back, but we're not even close to baseline. It's Denis Villeneuve's BLADE RUNNER: 2049! As our cyberpunk series nears its end, we revisit the world that started it all. Join us for a break down of one of the greatest films of the 21st century, or at the very least, some unhinged Ridley Scott quotes. Listen in! Next week, we cover Leigh Whannell's UPGRADE (2018). Join the conversation on Eye of the Discord at https://discord.com/invite/RssDc3brsx References: Special Features Designing the World of Blade Runner 2049 To Be Human: Casting Blade Runner 2049 British Cinematographer Roger Deakins Interview Ridley Scott Announces Blade Runner Web Series The Hollywood Reporter Andrew Kosove Interview Christopher Nolan on Blade Runner 2049 Ridley Scott Announced As Director of “Blade Runner 2” Deadline Denis Villeneuve Interview Ridley Scott on Blade Runner 2049 David Bowie Considered for Blade Runner 2049 Gizmodo Alcon Entertainment Interview Denis Villeneuve on Jared Leto Gaffer Bill O’Leary on Lighting Blade Runner 2049 2 Film Critics Hampton Fancher Interview Hampton Fancher and Michael Green on Blade Runner 2049 Entertainment Weekly Ryan Gosling Interview FX Guide VFX Breakdown Art of VFX Paul Lambert Interview Jóhann Jóhannsson Unreleased Music Alarabiya Denis Villeneuve Interview Den of Geek Denis Villeneuve Interview IndieWire Joe Walker Interview Uproxx Dave Bautista Interview Sean Young on Cameo Recreating Rachael Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Erik Gunnarsson . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich . You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. This miniseries was programmed with the help of Nik Long. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord Learn more at eyeoftheduckpod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

May 6, 2024

We port into the ENCOM servers one more time to cover the first sequel of our cyberpunk series. It's Joseph Kosinski's TRON: LEGACY. And here to help make sense of the bio-digital jazz is past and future guest, filmmaker, and film programmer, Desmond Thorne! Listen in! Next week, we cover the Denis Villeneuve's BLADE RUNNER: 2049 (2017). Join the conversation on Eye of the Discord at https://discord.com/invite/RssDc3brsx References: Special Effects The Speed of Light Launching the Legacy Visualizing TRON Installing the Cast Disc Roars Pixar Considering TRON 2 TRON 2.0 Video Game Collider Edward Kitsis and Adam Horowitz Interview Collider Edward Kitsis and Adam Horowitz Interview 2 The Hollywood Reporter Daft Punk Interview ComicBook.com Joseph Kosinski Interview Joseph Kosinski on “TRON: Ascension” Bruce Boxleitner on “TRON: Ascension” “TRON: Ascension” Writers Hired “TRON: Ascension” Greenlit by Disney “TRON: Ascension” Canceled IF Magazine VFX Breakdown Sound and Picture Claudio Miranda Interview British Cinematographer Claudio Miranda Interview Joseph Kosinski Discusses Unreleased Daft Punk Score Brian Klugman and Lee Sternthal Hired to Remake TRON Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Erik Gunnarsson . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich . You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. This miniseries was programmed with the help of Nik Long. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord Learn more at eyeoftheduckpod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Apr 29, 2024

We take a break from our cyberpunk series for a little MAYhem. After we cover our next film franchise, the door is open for a brand new summer miniseries that YOU can decide. Listen in to hear the candidates and starting May 1, place your vote on our Discord! https://discord.com/invite/RssDc3brsx Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Erik Gunnarsson . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich . You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. This miniseries was programmed with the help of Nik Long. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord Learn more at eyeoftheduckpod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Apr 22, 2024

What does a scanner see? Into the head? Down into the heart? It's A SCANNER DARKLY. Richard Linklater's take on a Philip K. Dick classic brings us one of the funniest and most heartfelt additions to our cyberpunk series. Listen in! Next week, we take a break from cyberpunk for a very special announcement!. Join the conversation on Eye of the Discord at https://discord.com/invite/RssDc3brsx References: Special Features The Weight of the Line The Austin Chronicle Richard Linklater Interview A Scanner Darkly Production Notes IGN A Scanner Darkly Production History MovieWeb Robert Downey Jr. Interview Salon Keanu Reeves Interview Richard Linklater on Alex Jones Philip K Dick on A Scanner Darkly Wired A Scanner Darkly Production History PopMatters Graham Reynolds Interview Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Erik Gunnarsson . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich . You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. This miniseries was programmed with the help of Nik Long. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord Learn more at eyeoftheduckpod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Apr 15, 2024

Everybody runs, but nobody runs like Tom Cruise. Prolific video essayist Patrick (H) Willems (!!) joins us for this extra-long MINORITY REPORT episode. We're going deep on Steven Spielberg's second entry into the cyberpunk genre, and this time, there are surveillance spiders...and sticks that make you puke! Next week, we cover the Richard Linklater's A SCANNER DARKLY (2006). Join the conversation on Eye of the Discord at https://discord.com/invite/RssDc3brsx References: Special Features The Future According to Steven Spielberg Minority Report : Props of the Future Deconstructing Minority Report The Stunts of Minority Report ILM and Minority Report Directed by Steven Spielberg: Poetics of the Contemporary Hollywood Blockbuster by Warren Buckland Tales from Development Hell by David Hughes Roger Ebert Steven Spielberg & Tom Cruise Interview Screenwriter’s Utopia Scott Frank Interview Mania Frank Darabont Interview Yahoo Movies Cast Notes Metropolis Mag Alex McDowell Interview Entertainment Weekly Minority Report Production History Salon Minority Report Think Tank WIRED Spielberg Interview Live Design Janusz Kaminski Interview Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Erik Gunnarsson . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich . You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. This miniseries was programmed with the help of Nik Long. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord Learn more at eyeoftheduckpod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Apr 8, 2024

Spielberg, Kubrick, and one of the greatest child actor performances of all time. It's AI ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE! Our cyberpunk series welcomes the 21st century with one of its most captivating and heartbreaking entries. Listen in! Next week, we cover the Steven Spielberg's Minority Report (2002). Join the conversation on Eye of the Discord at https://discord.com/invite/RssDc3brsx References: Special Features Creating A.I. Acting A.I. Designing A.I. Lighting A.I. A.I./FX The Robots of A.I. Special Visual Effects and Animation: ILM The Sound of A.I. The Music of A.I. Closing: Steven Spielberg: Our Responsibility to Artificial Intelligence IGN Steven Spielberg Interview Ian Watson on Stanley Kubrick Variety on A.I. Artificial Intelligence Variety on Spielberg Choosing A.I. over Minority Report The Kubrick FAQ A.I. Artificial Intelligence Production History Stan Winston School Production History Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Erik Gunnarsson . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich . You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. This miniseries was programmed with the help of Nik Long. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord Learn more at eyeoftheduckpod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Apr 1, 2024

Bio-ports, ski boots, and guns that shoot teeth... it's eXistenZ! A film that asks, "what if your VR headset had a pulse?" Cringe with us as we break down David Cronenberg's disgusting and prescient cyberpunk thriller. Next week, we cover the Steven Spielberg's A.I. Artificial Intelligence (2001). Join the conversation on Eye of the Discord at https://discord.com/invite/RssDc3brsx References: Special Features Crafting (Un)Reality Frankenstein Syndrome Sticking with Genius The Art of the Title Frame by Frame: The Invisible Art of Production Designer Carol Spier Archival Promotional Featurette Archival EPK Interviews: Visual Effects Supervisor Jim Isaac Film Comment David Cronenberg Interview Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Erik Gunnarsson . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich . You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. This miniseries was programmed with the help of Nik Long. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord Learn more at eyeoftheduckpod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mar 25, 2024

At long last, we enter THE MATRIX! Built on bullet-time and broken ribs, The Wachowskis' groundbreaking and endlessly impactful classic brought cyberpunk to the masses, for better or worse... Take the red pill with us and listen in. Next week, we cover the David Cronenberg's eXistenZ (1999). Join the conversation on Eye of the Discord at https://discord.com/invite/RssDc3brsx References: Special Features The Matrix Revisited Making The Matrix What is Bullet Time? Entertainment Weekly The Matrix Production History American Cinematographer The Matrix Cinematography Breakdown Will Smith on Turning Down The Matrix Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Erik Gunnarsson . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich . You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. This miniseries was programmed with the help of Nik Long. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord Learn more at eyeoftheduckpod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mar 18, 2024

This week we enter a world where you're only known by strangers and the only constant is change... it's DARK CITY! Join us as we continue our cyberpunk series with Alex Proyas' blend of film noir angst and sci-fi surrealism. Next week, we cover the Wachowskis' The Matrix (1999). Join the conversation on Eye of the Discord at https://discord.com/invite/RssDc3brsx References: Special Features Memories of Shell Beach Architecture of Dreams Cinefantastique Dark City Production History Cinefantastique Dark City Production History 2 Cinefantastique Dark City Production History 3 Cosmoetica Lem Dobbs Interview SplicedWire Alex Proyas Interview Screen Anarchy Alex Proyas Interview Money Into Light Alex Proyas Interview Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Erik Gunnarsson . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich . You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. This miniseries was programmed with the help of Nik Long. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord Learn more at eyeoftheduckpod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mar 11, 2024

Have you ever jacked in? Wire-tripped? Experienced a Blackjack? This isn't just TV but better, it's STRANGE DAYS! Kathryn Bigelow and James Cameron make their cyberpunk statement on a world consumed by addiction, violence, and virtual reality headsets...in 1995! Joining us is to make sense of it all is critic, author of BECOMING ALIEN, and five-time (!!) returning guest, Sarah Welch-Larson! Next week, we cover Alex Proyas' Dark City (1998). Join the conversation on Eye of the Discord at https://discord.com/invite/RssDc3brsx Also, listeners who join the Discord can enter our very first Blu-Ray Corner Giveaway for a chance to win a rare, out-of-print GHOST IN THE SHELL 4K Steelbook! References: The Cinema of Kathryn Bigelow: Hollywood Transgressor by Deborah Jermyn and Sean Redmond James Cameron: Interviews ArtForum Kathryn Bigelow Interview The Terminator Files James Cameron Interview LA Times Rave Extras Have Too Much Fun FilmScouts Strange Days Press Conference https://steadicamforum.com/uploads/monthly_07_2013/post-134-0-68782600-1373824789.jpg https://www.luxonline.org.uk/articles/visual_pleasure_and_narrative_cinema(1).html Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Erik Gunnarsson . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich . You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. This miniseries was programmed with the help of Nik Long. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord Learn more at eyeoftheduckpod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mar 4, 2024

Strap on your data gloves and jack in. It's JOHNNY MNEMONIC. A film where Jesus is evil, Dolphins can code, and heaven's in Newark, New Jersey. Joining us is ERIC ANDRE SHOW editor and returning guest, Jonathan Kramer! Listen to see if we can decrypt the tortured production and ‘90s maximalism of Robert Longo's chaotic entry to the cyberpunk genre. Next week, we cover Kathryn Bigelow's Strange Days (1995). Join the conversation on Eye of the Discord at https://discord.com/invite/RssDc3brsx Also, listeners who join the Discord can enter our very first Blu-Ray Corner Giveaway for a chance to win a rare, out-of-print GHOST IN THE SHELL 4K Steelbook! References: Conversations With William Gibson by Patrick A. Smith LA Times Robert Longo Interview WIRED William Gibson Interview NY Times William Gibson Interview Smithsonian Richard Longo Interview Hollywood Reporter Robert Longo Interview Entertainment Weekly Dolph Lundgren Interview LA Times Johnny Mnemonic Opening Day Vice William Gibson Interview LA Times Johnny Mnemonic Production History ScreenSlate Robert Longo Interview Brad Fiedel on Johnny Mnemonic Sony Johnny Mnemonic VFX Breakdown Keanu Reeves, William Gibson, and Robert Longo on Johnny Mnemonic The Lost Johnny Mnemonic Soundtrack Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Erik Gunnarsson . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich . You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. This miniseries was programmed with the help of Nik Long. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord Learn more at eyeoftheduckpod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Feb 26, 2024

In a world dominated by machines, what does it mean to be human? Must we abandon our identity to attain a higher consciousness? Was the 2017 Scarlett Johansson remake unforgivable? Come find out as we unravel Mamoru Oshii's iconic and impenetrable cyberpunk classic, GHOST IN THE SHELL. Next week, we cover Robert Longo's Johnny Mnemonic (1995). Join the conversation on Eye of the Discord at https://discord.com/invite/RssDc3brsx Also, listeners who join the Discord can enter our very first Blu-Ray Corner Giveaway for a chance to win a rare, out-of-print GHOST IN THE SHELL 4K Steelbook! References: Special Features Accessing Section 9 - 25 Years Into the Future Landscapes & Dreamscapes - The Art and Architecture of Ghost in the Shell Making of Ghost in the Shell Production Report Ghost in the Shell 2.0 Remaster ReviewSphere Ghost in the Shell Production History Vulture Guide to Ghost in the Shell Series Anime News Network Ghost in the Shell Series History Mamoru Oshii Pitched Ghost in the Shell Over Sushi Game Set Watch Kenji Kawai Interview Forbes Mamoru Oshii Interview Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Erik Gunnarsson . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich . You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. This miniseries was programmed with the help of Nik Long. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord Learn more at eyeoftheduckpod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Feb 19, 2024

Is this a podcast, or just a memory of one? Does it matter? Come to Mars and find out as we cover Paul Verhoeven's TOTAL RECALL! We're joined by Die Hard on a Blank's Phillip Gawthorne and Liam Billingham to discuss one of Schwarzenegger's best performances, psychic mutants, and the pinnacle of practical effects. Isn't that worth a measly 300 credits? See you at the party. Next week, we cover Mamoru Oshii's GHOST IN THE SHELL (1995). Join the conversation on Eye of the Discord at https://discord.com/invite/RssDc3brsx Also, listeners who join the Discord can enter our very first Blu-Ray Corner Giveaway for a chance to win a rare, out-of-print GHOST IN THE SHELL 4K Steelbook! References: Special Features Making Of Wired Total Recall Production History Den Of Geek: How Total Recall Brought a Memorable Villain to Life Tales From Development Hell by David Hughes LA Times Paul Verhoeven Interview Gizmodo Vic Armstrong Interview Cinefex #43 Total Recall Production History Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Erik Gunnarsson . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich . You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. This miniseries was programmed with the help of Nik Long. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Feb 12, 2024

Motorcycles. Telekinesis. Hypersonic sounds? It's AKIRA, the first anime of our Cyberpunk series, and if we're going to cover it properly, we're going to have to transcend. Here to help invoke the uncontrollable power of Katsuhiro Otomo's future noir classic is our old friend and returning guest, Stephen Hilger! Next week, we cover Paul Verhoeven's TOTAL RECALL (1990). Join the conversation on Eye of the Discord at https://discord.com/invite/RssDc3brsx Also, listeners who join the Discord can enter our very first Blu-Ray Corner Giveaway for a chance to win a rare, out-of-print GHOST IN THE SHELL 4K Steelbook! References: Special Features Director Interview Comic Book Movies by David Hughes Akira Production Report Austin Film Akira Program Notes Forbes Katsuhiro Otomo Interview Makiko Futaki at Studio Ghibli Yoshiji Kigami at Kyoto Animation The Hypersonic World of Akira Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Erik Gunnarsson . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich . You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. This miniseries was programmed with the help of Nik Long. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Feb 5, 2024

Welcome to Brazil! We're on the hunt for eye of the ducks in the ducts from Terry Gilliam's sci-fi masterpiece. Is it cyberpunk? Steam punk? Who cares. With Monty Python slapstick, a mustachioed Robert De Niro, and an electric samurai, we had to cover it. Fill out your paperwork and listen in. Next week, we cover Katsuhiro Otomo's AKIRA (1988). Join the conversation on Eye of the Discord at https://discord.com/invite/RssDc3brsx Also, listeners who join the Discord can enter our very first Blu-Ray Corner Giveaway for a chance to win a rare, out-of-print GHOST IN THE SHELL 4K Steelbook! The sweepstakes starts on Monday, Jan 22. See you there! References: Special Features Commentary What is Brazil ? We’re All In It Together Designing Brazil Flights of Fantasy: Brazil’s Special Effects Fashion and Fascism: James Acheson on Brazil ’s Costume Design Brazil ’s Score The Battle of Brazil : A Video History DGA Terry Gilliam Interview Salman Rushdie Terry Gilliam Interview Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Erik Gunnarsson . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich . You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. This miniseries was programmed with the help of Nik Long. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jan 29, 2024

Greetings programs. We continue our journey through cyberspace today with Steven Lisberger's TRON! Was one of the most groundbreaking digital effects films drawn by hand? Enter the Grid with us to uncover the ambition, tedium, and digital frisbees that made TRON a cyberpunk touchstone. Next week, we cover Terry Gilliam's BRAZIL (1985). Join the conversation on Eye of the Discord at https://discord.com/invite/RssDc3brsx Also, listeners who join the Discord can enter our very first Blu-Ray Corner Giveaway for a chance to win a rare, out-of-print GHOST IN THE SHELL 4K steelbook! The sweepstakes starts on Monday, Jan 22. See you there! References: Special Features The TRON Phenomenon Photo Tronology Original DVD Features The Making of TRON Video Game Player VFX Breakdown The Guardian TRON Production History Film School Rejects Costume Breakdown Variety TRON 35th Anniversary Den of Geek Justin Springer and Steven Lisberger Interview Moving Innovation: A History of Computer Animation By Tom Sito The Guardian Wendy Carlos Write-Up https://ohiostate.pressbooks.pub/graphicshistory/chapter/14-3-tron/#:~:text=Because%20of%20the%20amount%20of,(MAGI)%2C%20and%20Information%20International Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Erik Gunnarsson . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich . You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. This miniseries was programmed with the help of Nik Long. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jan 22, 2024

Wake up, time to die! It’s the miniseries premiere(!!) of 20XX, our descent into the neon-tinted cultural movement known as Cyberpunk. We’re so excited for this series to lift off with one of the most influential science fiction films in American history, Ridley Scott's BLADE RUNNER! How much did Harrison Ford hate those voice-overs? Did Edward James Almos really create a new language just for this movie? Take the Voight-Kampff test with us and listen to find out who the real replicants are. Next week, we'll be exploring TRON (1982). Join the conversation on Eye of the Discord at https://discord.com/invite/RssDc3brsx Also, listeners who join the Discord can enter our very first Blu-Ray Corner Giveaway for a chance to win a rare, out-of-print GHOST IN THE SHELL 4k steelbook! The sweepstakes starts on Monday, Jan 22. See you there! References: Future Noir: The Making of Blade Runner by Paul M Sammon Dangerous Days: Making Blade Runner dir. Chalres de Lauzirika Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Erik Gunnarsson . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich . You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. This miniseries was programmed with the help of Nik Long. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jan 15, 2024

The new year is here, and our Cyberpunk miniseries is about to begin! But before that, we have some truly staggering movies to celebrate from 2023. And so our annual challenge faces us yet again: can Adam and Dom select only 5 movies to highlight? Probably not! But you'll have to listen to find out! A big hearty thanks to everyone helped make 2023 another amazing year for our podcast. Big news to come for 2024! Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Erik Gunnarsson . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich . You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jan 8, 2024

Hail to the king, baby. Today we close the Necronomicon once and for all…that is, until they make a new EVIL DEAD movie. Also, new miniseries announcement!!! Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Erik Gunnarsson . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich . You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jan 1, 2024

A new EVIL DEAD movie? From this year?! Yes, we are shooting up the high rise of the latest vision for Sam Raimi and Bruce Campbell's iconic series, and this time...there's no cabin. Or woods!! It's the last film of our NECRONOMICON miniseries, and we're sad to see it go. Stay tuned next week for our series outro, and announcement for what's coming next! References: Fede Alvarez Talks Evil Dead 2 & Army of Darkness 2 Fede Alvarez Gives Update on Evil Dead 2 & Don’t Breathe 2 Sam Raimi Talks Future Of Evil Dead NME Evil Dead Rise Production History Bruce Campbell Announces Lee Cronin As New Director Evil Dead Rise Releasing On HBO Max New York Times Alyssa Sutherland and Lily Sullivan Interview Raising A New Evil Dead ScreenCraft Evil Dead Rise Production History The Wrap Lee Cronin Interview SlashFilm Alyssa Sutherland Interview Snap Taste Evil Dead Rise Production History Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Erik Gunnarsson . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich . You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dec 25, 2023

Happy Holidays Duckheads! We're taking a load off and so should you. See you in 2024! Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Erik Gunnarsson . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich . You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dec 18, 2023

The book of the dead is back, and so are we. It's Fede Alvarez's remake (reboot? reimagining?) of the Sam Raimi classic, this time with a twist: what if Evil Dead was...real? Much to unpack. References: Special Features Director/Cast Commentary Directing The Dead Evil Dead : The Reboot Making Life Difficult A Cabin in the Woods Deconstruction of a Scene: Blood Rain Keeping it Real A Conversation with Bruce Campbell Bruce Campbell Shuts Down Evil Dead Remake Rumors Bruce Campbell Confirms Evil Dead Remake Craft Services Aaron Morton Interview FilmDistrict Acquires Evil Dead Distribution Rights Jane Levy Cast As Lead Collider Jane Levy Interview Evil Dead Cast Interview The Wolfman Cometh Campbell, Tapert, Alvarez Interview Fede Alvarez On Ash Appearing In Evil Dead We Got This Covered Fede Alvarez Interview Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Erik Gunnarsson . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich . You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dec 11, 2023

Who did it better? MONSTERS INC or CABIN IN THE WOODS? Find out on today's exploration of Joss Whedon, horror tropes, and the satire spectrum that starts with SCARY MOVIE and ends with SAW. Our final bonus! References: Special Features We Are Not Who We Are: Making The Cabin in the Woods The Secret Secret Stash The Cabin in the Woods The Official Visual Companion Entertainment Weekly The Cabin in the Woods Production History CinemaBlend Joss Whedon Interview Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Erik Gunnarsson . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich . You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dec 4, 2023

Adam and Dom have an okay podcast, a good friendship, and a great obsession with Sam Raimi movies. But in three days, they're going to hell. References: Special Features Production Diaries: Behind-the-Scenes Footage and Interviews With The Cast and Crew Vintage Interviews To Hell And Back: An Interview With Actress Alison Lohman Curses!: An Interview With Lorna Raver Drag Me To Hell Production Notes Edgar Wright Turns Down Drag Me To Hell Elliot Page Turns Down Drag Me To Hell Post Sam Raimi Interview Cinema.com Alison Lohman Interview Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Erik Gunnarsson . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich . You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord . Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nov 27, 2023

It wouldn't be an EVIL DEAD series if we didn't include BUBBA HO-TEP. Wait. It wouldn't be an EVIL DEAD series if we didn't do BUBBA HO-TEP? Yes. It wouldn't be an EVIL DEAD series if we didn't do BUBBA HO-TEP. And we'll prove it to you. [Elvis voice]: Thank you very much. References: Special Features The King Lives! With Bruce Campbell All Is Well With Don Coscarelli Mummies and Makeup The Making of Bubba Ho-Tep Fit For a King Rock Like an Egyptian Ain’t It Cool News Bruce Campbell, Don Coscarelli, Joe Lansdale Interview Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Erik Gunnarsson . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich . You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord . Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nov 20, 2023

It's the movie that by all accounts should have been called MEDIEVAL DEAD...and the last entry in the iconic Bruce Campbell-starring film series by Sam Raimi as director. Somewhere between LOONEY TUNES and GAME OF THRONES Season 8, it's ARMY OF DARKNESS. Hail to the king, baby. References: Special Features Medieval Times: The Making of Army of Darkness If Chins Could Kill by Bruce Campbell Book of the Dead Army of Darkness Production History Book of the Dead Army of Darkness Makeup Effects Book of the Dead Army of Darkness Props Craft Services Doug Lefler Interview The Sinister Unalive by Parth Marathe Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Erik Gunnarsson . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich . You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord . Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nov 13, 2023

Remake? Reboot? Or the Raimi's full, demented vision for a Looney Tunes style horror movie where the punchlines are his his best friend getting actually hurt in a series of increasingly ridiculous ways? Find out today when Eye of the Duck covers EVIL DEAD II. References: Special Features Swallowed Souls: The Making of Evil Dead II The Gore the Merrier If Chins Could Kill by Bruce Campbell Book of the Dead Evil Dead II Production History The Book of the Dead Evil Dead II Special Effects Cinefantastique Evil Dead II Production History Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Erik Gunnarsson . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich . You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord . Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nov 6, 2023

Series premiere!! Spooky season may be coming to an end, but here at Eye of the Duck we party with the dead(ites) all year round. It's the first part of our NECRONOMICON series, Sam Raimi's brilliantly deranged THE EVIL DEAD. References: Special Features One by One We Will Take You: The Untold Saga of The Evil Dead If Chins Could Kill by Bruce Campbell Tim Philo Book of the Dead Interview Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Erik Gunnarsson . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich . You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord . Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Oct 30, 2023

Today we say a sad farewell to one of the greatest and most creatively-inspired filmmaking movements Western cinema has ever seen: 80s Dark Fantasy. And we didn't even get to do KRULL. Thank you to everyone who listened, and all of our wonderful guests. Someday, we'll walk these woods again... Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Erik Gunnarsson . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich . You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. This miniseries was programmed with the help of Nik Long. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord . Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Oct 23, 2023

Our final bonus of the series! Joining us is our old friend, co-host of Into the Aether podcast, Stephen Hilger! Today we're hitting a modern dark fantasy film that goes back to the source in a big (and surprisingly classy) way: DUNGEONS AND DRAGONS: HONOR AMONG THIEVES. This one goes out to our man with the wings, Jarnathan. References: Special Features From Dice to Dragons: Honoring The Lore The Bestiary Forging the Forgotten Realms Fantastic Foes Warner Brothers Acquires Rights to Dungeons & Dragons Warner Brothers v Hasbro: Dawn of Dungeons & Dragons Rob Letterman Directing Dungeons & Dragons Ansel Elgort To Star in Dungeons & Dragons Joe Manganiello Writes Dungeons & Dragons Script Joe Manganiello on Dungeons & Dragons Script Paramount Sets Dungeons & Dragons Date Daley and Goldstein In Talks for Dungeons & Dragons Daley and Goldstein on Directing Dungeons & Dragons The Hollywood Reporter Cast Interview Variety on Bradley Cooper Cameo Den of Geek Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves Production History Iceland Monitor Cast Begins Filming ComicBook.com Lorne Balfe Interview Transmute Spell John Frances Daley Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Erik Gunnarsson . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich . You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. This miniseries was programmed with the help of Nik Long. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord . Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Oct 16, 2023

I will avenge you, father. I will save you, mother. I will kill you, Fjölnir. It's another bonus, baby. This time, it's Viking Hamlet. Hold on to your heads! References: Special Features An Ageless Epic Shooting the Raid Amleth’s Journey to Man Knattleikr Game A Norse Landscape The New York Times Alexander Skarsgard Interview Los Angeles Times Robert Eggers Interview Thrillist Robert Eggers Interview The Guardian Robert Eggers Interview The New Yorker Robert Eggers Interview British Cinematographer Jarin Blaschke Interview Comicbook.com The Northman Composers Interview Pitchfork The Northman Composers Interview Eggers in Slashfilm Eggers in Little White Lies Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Erik Gunnarsson . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich . You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. This miniseries was programmed with the help of Nik Long. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord . Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Oct 9, 2023

Bonus!! It’s been 2 whole years, and we’re doing something we’ve never done before….back in 2021 we shared a rare in-person screening of David Lowery’s THE GREEN KNIGHT right in the midst of the pandemic. It was a whirlwind (the projector was out of focus for most of it). Now that we’ve given the movie a proper (and very thorough) viewing, we couldn’t resist reevaluating it for this series. Off with yer head! References: Special Features Boldest of Blood & Wildest of Heart: Making The Green Knight Illuminating Technique: Title Design David Lowery Announces Next Film The Hollywood Reporter David Lowery Interview IndieWire The Green Knight VFX Breakdown Below the Line The Green Knight VFX Breakdown Vanity Fair David Lowery Interview Variety David Lowery Interview Filmmaker Magazine Andrew Droz Palermo Interview Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Erik Gunnarsson . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich . You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. This miniseries was programmed with the help of Nik Long. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord . Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Oct 2, 2023

Have to fly, have to fight, have to crow, have to save Maggie, have to save Jack, Hook is back!! And we've got the podcast to prove it. References: Steven Spielberg: A Biography by Joseph McBride People Magazine Spielberg Interview Spielberg and Julia Roberts Clash Spielberg Abandons Hook Cinema Papers Steven Spielberg Interview Uproxx Lost Boys Interview Entertainment Weekly Spielberg Interview Den of Geek Spielberg Interview Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Erik Gunnarsson . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich . You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. This miniseries was programmed with the help of Nik Long. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord . Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sep 25, 2023

Somehow...George Lucas has returned! And also, our old friend, Desmond Thorne. Join us this week for a journey into the land of Ron Howard's WILLOW, where Queen Bavmorda of Nockmaar reigns, Warwick Davis delights, and babe-era Val Kilmer smolders. We're just about at the end of our series. But you can't close the book on '80s Dark Fantasy without unpacking Lucas's very own entry into the genre. References: Special Features The Making of an Adventure with Ron Howard From Morf to Morphing with Dennis Muren Willow : An Unlikely Hero - Personal Video Diary of Warwick Davis Cinema and Sorcery: The Comprehensive Guide to Fantasy Film The New York Times George Lucas Interview IGN Warwick Davis Interview The New York Times George Lucas Interview 2 Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced, by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Erik Gunnarsson . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich . You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. This miniseries was programmed with the help of Nik Long. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord . Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sep 18, 2023

Inconceivable! As we near the end of the 80s, one (kind of) dark fantasy movie stands proudly in our way...PRINCESS BRIDE! It may not be the most brooding or atmospheric of the pack, but there's simply no way we couldn't dissect this all-time genre highlight. References: Special Features True Love Making the Film Cinema and Sorcery: The Comprehensive Guide to Fantasy Film Variety The Princess Bride Production History The New York Times Buys Script From William Goldman ABC The Princess Bride Production History Vice Jane Jenkins Interview IndieWire “5 Things You Might Not Know About The Princess Bride ” Entertainment Weekly Cary Elwes Interview As You Wish: Inconceivable Tales From the Making of The Princess Bride Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced, by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Erik Gunnarsson . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich . You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. This miniseries was programmed with the help of Nik Long. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord . Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sep 11, 2023

You remind me of the babe. What babe? The babe with the power. What power? The power of voodoo. Who do? You do! Do what? Remind me of the babe. References: Special Features Commentary Inside the Labyrinth Anniversary Q&A Journey Through the Labyrinth: Kingdom of Characters Cinema and Sorcery: The Comprehensive Guide to Fantasy Film Empire Labyrinth Production History Jim Henson’s Red Book 01/29/1985 The Jennifer Connelly Center Jennifer Connelly Interview New York Times Labyrinth Production History Hoggle Puppet Found in Unclaimed Baggage Center Tumblr Brian Henson Interview Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced, by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Erik Gunnarsson . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich . You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. This miniseries was programmed with the help of Nik Long. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord . Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sep 4, 2023

There can only be one. And he's with us this week for HIGHLANDER! It's screenwriter, playwright, and co-host of the very good Die Hard on a Blank podcast, Philip Gawthorne. From bonkers accents, to decapitations, to the exact number of smashed panes of glass, we go long on what may very well be the most insane movie of the 1980s. The quickening is upon us. References: Special Features Interview with Director Russell Mulcahy The Making of Highlander The Telegraph Highlander Production History Cinema and Sorcery: The Comprehensive Guide to Fantasy Film Hey U Guys Christopher Lambert Interview Cinefantastique Highlander Production History The Guardian Highlander Production History Press & Journal Highlander Production History Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced, by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Erik Gunnarsson . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich . You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. This miniseries was programmed with the help of Nik Long. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord . Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Aug 28, 2023

What is light without dark? What are you without me? What is Eye of the Duck without Ridley Scott? The day of Darkness has come, friends. Behold, the most 80s Dark Fantasy of all 80s Dark Fantasies....LEGEND!! References: Special Features Remembering a Legend The Music of Legend Creating A Myth: Memories of Legend Cinefastique The Making of Legend Legend Making by William Hjortsberg The Washington Post Jerry Goldsmith Interview Cameron Crowe Tom Cruise Interview Original “Legend of Darkness” Script Cinema and Sorcery: The Comprehensive Guide to Fantasy Film Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced, by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Erik Gunnarsson . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich . You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. This miniseries was programmed with the help of Nik Long. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord . Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Aug 21, 2023

Dorothy returns to Oz...kind of. This week we are joined by our series Assistant Programmer and great friend, Nik Long to venture back to Frank Baum's world of witches, nomes, tin men, and one very, very scary Princess. Finally, a movie that considers, what if WIZARD OF OZ was a complete nightmare? Watch the short film Nik mentions at the link here: Tourist Trap References: Walt Disney Return to Oz Production History Jim Hill Production History Return to Oz announced in Bangor Daily News The Sun Return to Oz Production Notes Herald Journal Return to Oz Production Notes Film Freak Central Walter Murch Interview The Montreal Gazette Casting Notes Ryan Jay Emily Ridley Interview The Boston Phoenix Return to Oz Production Notes Tansy Return to Oz Dog Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced, by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Erik Gunnarsson . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich . You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. This miniseries was programmed with the help of Nik Long. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord . Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Aug 14, 2023

Flying (not) dogs, muddy ponies, and the infinite Nothing. We're finally here! It's the moment '80s Dark Fantasy movies become box office gold. And we have our old friend Sarah Welch-Larson to help us tell the tale. References: Special Features Re-imagining The NeverEnding Story Cinema and Sorcery: The Comprehensive Guide to Fantasy Film Entertainment Weekly The NeverEnding Story Production History Nerdist The NeverEnding Story Production History The NeverEnding Story German Documentary Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced, by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Erik Gunnarsson . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich . You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. This miniseries was programmed with the help of Nik Long. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord . Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Aug 7, 2023

This week, we're talking wolves, baby. Man-wolves, She-wolves, werewolves, and even wolf-wolves. It's Neil Jordan's COMPANY OF WOLVES, and of all the most overlooked films in this series, this one may be the most criminal. Go. Watch. This. Movie!!!! References: Special Features The Company of Wolves Behind the Scenes Dossier Neil Jordan Commentary The Curious Room, Angela Carter Channel 4 Angela Carter & Neil Jordan Interview The Guardian The Company of Wolves Production History Mashable The Company of Wolves Production History Soundtrack! George Fenton Interview Dareland Neil Jordan Interview Mark Kermode The Company of Wolves Review Film Ireland Neil Jordan Interview Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced, by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Erik Gunnarsson . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich . You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. This miniseries was programmed with the help of Nik Long. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord . Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jul 31, 2023

A thousand years ago, this land was green and good...until the Crystal cracked. Today, we return THE DARK CRYSTAL to its former glory. Whether or not you love this movie, we can promise you one thing–you will never see another one like it. References: Special Features The Myth, Magic, and Henson Legacy The World of The Dark Crystal SFGate Dave Goelz Interview Fantastic Films Jim Henson Interview SFGate Frank Oz Interview Starlog The Dark Crystal Production History Cinema and Sorcery: The Comprehensive Guide to Fantasy Film IGN Gary Kurtz Interview Steemit Brian Froud Interview Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced, by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Erik Gunnarsson . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich . You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. This miniseries was programmed with the help of Nik Long. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord . Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jul 24, 2023

Kittridge is back. And so are we. Will you take the Oath? References: Christopher McQuarrie Returning for M:I-7 & 8 Esai Morales Replaces Nicholas Hoult as Villain Angela Bassett Not Returning for M:I-7 Production: Impossible Empire McQuarrie Responds to Polish Backlash Entertainment Weekly Christopher McQuarrie Interview Light the Fuse 100th Episode Special Light the Fuse 200th Episode Special Light the Fuse Erik Jendresen Interview Part 1 Light the Fuse Erik Jendresen Interview Part 2 Train Fight in Norway The Project Tom Cruise Interview Mission: Impossible - Dead Reckoning Part One | Speedflying Behind the Scenes US Speedflying Injuries Mission: Impossible - Dead Reckoning Part One | Rome Behind the Scenes Mission: Impossible - Dead Reckoning Part One | The Biggest Stunt in Cinema History Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced, by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Erik Gunnarsson . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich . You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord . Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jul 17, 2023

[Whip sound!!!!] Today we rewind through a fissure in time and return to our Indiana Jones miniseries for one last movie. Joining us to explore DIAL OF DESTINY are returning guests, Griffin Newman and Connor Ratliff, who you might know as the hosts of The George Lucas Talk Show. Covered in this (very long) discussion: Griffin's franchise exhaustion, Connor's Indy watching order, the hubris of Disney's de-aging tech, the late careers of Francis Ford Coppola, Steven Spielberg, and, of course, the enduring mysteries of George Lucas. References: USA Today Harrison Ford Interview George Lucas on Indiana Jones 5 George Lucas on Mutt Williams USA Today George Lucas Interview Harrison Ford On Idea For Indiana Jones 5 Disney Acquires Indiana Jones Franchise Deadline Announces Indiana Jones 5 Frank Marshall on Indiana Jones 5 David Koepp on Writing Indy 5 James Mangold Directing Indiana Jones 5 Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny Production Notes ScreenRant James Mangold Interview Scott Beck and Bryan Woods Discuss Indiana Jones 5 Den of Geek James Mangold Interview Deadline Harrison Ford Injury Report IndieWire James Mangold Interview Variety James Mangold Interview Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced, by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Erik Gunnarsson . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich . You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord . Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jul 10, 2023

Between the time when the oceans drank Atlantis and the rise of the sons of Aryas, there was an age undreamed of...it's the big one, duck-heads. John Milius's CONAN may not be the most subtle movie. But it's the start of something big, awesome, and unshakeable. Let us tell you of the days of high adventure! References: Special Features Conan Unchained Cinefastique “Nine Days in Cimmeria” Cinema and Sorcery: The Comprehensive Guide to Fantasy Film “The Legend of Conan” Not Happening with Chris Morgan Arnold Schwarzenegger on Conan Sequel Flights of Fancy: The Great Fantasy Films Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced, by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Erik Gunnarsson . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich . You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. This miniseries was programmed with the help of Nik Long. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord . Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jul 3, 2023

In the Dark Ages, Magic was a weapon, Love was a mystery, Adventure was everywhere... and Dragons were real. Today we lose our minds over Vermithrax Pejorative, the greatest Dragon in cinema history. And so will you. References: Special Features Into the Lake of Fire The Final Battle Welcome to Cragganmore A Long Way to Urland Vermithrax Pejorative The Making of Dragonslayer in Dragonslayer - The Official Marvel Comics Adaptation of the Spectacular Paramount/Disney Motion Picture Matthew Robbins ScreenRant Interview IGN Dragonslayer Production History Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced, by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Erik Gunnarsson . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich . You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. This miniseries was programmed with the help of Nik Long. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord . Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jun 26, 2023

Podcasters of the round table, assemble. John Boorman's EXCALIBUR may be a bit grittier and more 1970s-esque than the bulk of the '80s Dark Fantasy films on our slate. But the genre (and many actors' careers) simply does not exist without it. Also, this technically counts as our second Grail quest movie. References: World History Encyclopedia Excalibur History The Vintage News Excalibur History Adventures of a Suburban Boy The Quest For Hollywood’s Grail Brilliant Failures: Excalibur BAFTA Film Costume Design 1982 Cinema and Sorcery: The Comprehensive Guide to Fantasy Film John Boorman Flashbak Interview John Boorman American Cinema Papers Interview Excalibur: Behind the Movie Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced, by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Erik Gunnarsson . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich . You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. This miniseries was programmed with the help of Nik Long. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord . Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jun 19, 2023

Another world. Another time. In the age of wonder...Welcome to Part 1 of our 80s Dark Fantasy miniseries, LEGENDS OF THE EYE OF THE DUCK. Today we're blasting off to Planet Mongo, facing down (and cringing over) Ming the Merciless, and making sense of the madness that is Mike Hodges's FLASH GORDON. Also...Queen! References: Behind the Scenes of Flash Gordon Lost in Space: Nic Roeg’s Flash Gordon Interview with Mike Hodges Interview with Melody Anderson Interview with Brian May Skywalking: The Life and Films of George Lucas The Great Science Fiction Films: From Rollerball to Return of the Jedi Nicolas Roeg: Film by Film Sergio Leone: Something to Do With Death The Book of Man Flash Gordon Production History Sam J Jones Maxim Interview Sam J Jones BBC Interview Lorenzo Semple Jr. 007 Dossier Interview Brian Blessed & Mike Hodges The Guardian Interview John Walsh Den of Geek Interview Brian May Rockline Interview Games Radar Flash Gordon Production History Sam Jones It Came From A Blog Interview Den of Geek Flash Gordon Production History Gizmodo Flash Gordon Production History Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced, by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Erik Gunnarsson . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich . You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. This miniseries was programmed with the help of Nik Long. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord . Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jun 12, 2023

ALL THESE WORLDS ARE YOURS – EXCEPT EUROPA. ATTEMPT NO LANDING THERE References: A Trip to the Moon (Black and White) A Trip to the Moon (Color) A Grand Day In: The Story of Cardamon Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced, by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Erik Gunnarsson . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich , you can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord . Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jun 5, 2023

It's a classic romantic comedy. Lonely trash robot meets sentient space probe. You'll laugh. You'll cry. Your soul will be shattered and jettisoned into the abyss. Our last movie of Eye of the Duck: A Space Odyssey is WALL-E. So you know we had to leave you (and ourselves) in an emotional black hole. Thanks, Pixar. References: Special Features Where It Began: The Origins of Wall-E A Visit to the Pixar Living Archive Ralph-E: The Art of The Color Script The Imperfect Lens Building Worlds From the Sound Up Trash Planet Wall-E and Eve Captain’s Log: The Evolution of Humans Go Live Notes on a Score Robo-Everything Pixar Wall-E Press Kit Andrew Stanton A.V. Club Interview IGN Wall-E Making Of Ralph Eggleston Animation Art Conservation Interview Rotten Tomatoes Storyboards Exclusive Andrew Stanton Ain’t It Cool Interview Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced, by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Erik Gunnarsson . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich , you can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord . Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

May 29, 2023

When Ridley Scott goes to space, we follow. That's just the rule of our podcast. If you're a longtime listener, a friend of the show, or just someone who's walked past us on the street, you can probably tell how important ALIEN is to our friendship. And this is as close as we're going to get to talking about our beloved Xenomorph in this space series. The question is, though, you can take the Xenomorph out of the Ridley Scott space movie, but can you take the space movie out of the Xenomorph? Actually, that doesn't make any sense. Matt Damon potato poop References: Special Features The Long Way Home: Making The Martian Simon Kingberg Circling The Martian Drew Goddard Set to Write/Direct The Martian Matt Damon Newsweek Interview Matt Damon IGN Interview Ridley Scott In Talks for The Martian Empire The Martian Production History Drew Goddard Creative Screenwriting Interview The Martian Filming in Hungary Collider The Martian Set Fun Facts Matt Damon Smithsonian Magazine Interview The Martian Finishes Shoot in Jordan Popular Science The Martian Production History Newsweek The Martian Production History LA Times The Martian Production History The Hollywood Reporter on NASA’s Involvement in The Martian President Barack Obama on The Martian Harry Gregson-Williams The Hollywood Reporter Interview Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced, by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Erik Gunnarsson . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich , you can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord . Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

May 22, 2023

Hold on. There's a whole other movie from 1998 about a doomed crew rocketing to outer space to board an asteroid and cancel humanity's extinction? Really? From the SAME year? It just wouldn't be fair to do ARMAGEDDON without DEEP IMPACT. So here we are. And hey, Elijah Wood's in this one! Rad! References: Special Features Making an Impact Creating the Perfect Traffic Jam Preparing for the End Parting Thoughts Film Scouts Deep Impact Production History Army Notes on Deep Impact MoviePhone Deep Impact Production History Téa Leoni The Morning Call Interview Téa Leoni Talent Development Resources Interview Jon Hamm Deep Impact Role Deep Impact Fun Facts Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced, by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Erik Gunnarsson . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich , you can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord . Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

May 15, 2023

Houston, this is a kick-ass ride. Yup, it's ARMAGEDDON week. Returning to save the world from a second extinction is our old friend, filmmaker and film programmer, Desmond Thorne! Can fracking actually save the planet? Listen to find out! References: Special Features Commentary Special Effects Richard Hoover Hoyt Yeatman Pat McClung Production Design Vision of Armageddon Wardrobe/NASA Armadillo/Shuttles Asteroid Set Conclusion Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced, by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Erik Gunnarsson . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich , you can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord . Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

May 8, 2023

We all knew this day would come. You could call this a bonus. You could call it a swerve. But, listeners, let's be honest with ourselves. Jason X was going to happen on this podcast someday. And that day is today. References: Special Features Outta Space: The Making of Jason X In Space No One Can Hear You Scream Kristi is a Headbanger Jason Rebooted Todd Farmer Jason X AV Club Interview Kane Hodder Bloody Disgusting Interview Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced, by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Erik Gunnarsson . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich , you can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord . Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

May 1, 2023

Ever watch a movie so satisfyingly repulsive that you have no choice but to claw your eyes out and enter a chaos dimension? We have. If you haven't watched EVENT HORIZON, this is your chance. Come aboard the Lewis and Clark as we venture to Proxima Centauri and chant into an unfeeling void, "Libera Te Tutemet Ex Inferis." **Also, Adam has a lot to say about Paul W.S. Anderson's SHOPPING(!!?) References: Special Features The Making of Event Horizon Into the Jaws of Darkness The Body of the Beast Liberate Tuteme Ex Infernis The Point of No Return: The Filming of Event Horizon Shooting Wire Work The Dark Inside Secrets Extended Medical Bay Scene Fangoria Event Horizon Breakdown Paul W.S. Anderson Interview with Vulture 25 Years Later Paul W.S. Anderson Interview with Grantland Philip Eisner Warhammer Tweet Paul W.S. Anderson Entertainment Weekly Interview The Ringer Event Horizon Production History Fangoria Event Horizon Production History Paul W.S. Anderson Interview with San Diego Reader NME Event Horizon 25 Years Later Fandom Event Horizon 25 Years Later Event Horizon Series Planned at Amazon Event Horizon Shooting Script Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced, by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Erik Gunnarsson . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich , you can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord . Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Apr 24, 2023

Murph. We're coming home. Join us this week for one of those "this is why we started this podcast" kind of episodes. It's no coincidence that Nolan's space epic is coming up right smack dab in the middle of our miniseries. INTERSTELLAR somehow encompasses every space movie ever made...and yet it still manages to be such a singular achievement in the genre. So you better believe we went long this week! References: Special Features Plotting an Interstellar Journey Life on Cooper’s Farm The Dust TARS and CASE The Cosmic Sounds of Interstellar The Space Suits The Endurance Shooting in Iceland: Miller’s Planet / Mann’s Planet The Ranger and the Lander Miniatures in Space The Simulation of Zero-G Celestial Landmarks Across All Dimensions and Time Empire Interstellar Making Of Jonathan Nolan Discusses Speaking with Spielberg Variety Announces Space Film from Spielberg Entertainment Weekly Interstellar Making Of The Hollywood Reporter Interstellar Cast & Crew Legendary Financing Interstellar New York Times Interstellar Cast Interview Matt Damon Replaces Irfhan Khan Assistant Editor John Lee Interview with Craft Services Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced, by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Erik Gunnarsson . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich , you can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord . Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Apr 17, 2023

This is a space movie! It may only spend a total of like 20 minutes in outer space…but it still counts! For our first ever Robert Zemeckis film, we’re hanging out with Jodie Foster, Matthew McConaughey, and a very prominent Bill Clinton down on Earth, trying to decode a (potentially problematic) broadcast from far above. Is this a bonus episode? Even we’re not completely sure. References: Entertainment Weekly Contact Production History Vulture Contact Production History 2022 Rachel Handler Warner Brothers Contact Production History Warner Brothers Contact Production History II Randy Thom and Tom Johnson FilmSound Interview Peter Jackson: From Prince of Splatter to Lord of the Rings Contact Filmsite VFX Breakdown Contact VFXBlog VFX Breakdown Collider George Miller Interview Alan Silvestri Soundtrack! Interview Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced, by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Erik Gunnarsson . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich , you can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord . Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Apr 10, 2023

Brad Pitt is a superhero. His superpower? Depression. On this week's episode, we travel to the outer limits of our solar system in search of a very, very, bad dad. A "bad dad-stra," if you will. Really, though, As far as space movies go, it doesn't get much better than this one. References: Special Features To The Stars A Man Named Roy The Art of Ad Astra James Gray Confirms Ad Astra at Cannes 2016 James Gray Discusses Filming Ad Astra with Collider Ad Astra Reshoots Increase Budget Charlie Kaufman on Uncredited Rewrites for Ad Astra Lorne Balfe and Max Richter Composing for Ad Astra James Gray Asks for Help From Leo Goldsmith and Gregory Zinman Science & Film Interview with Scientific Advisor Robert Yowell James Gray on Casting Brad Pitt James Gray Discusses Post on Ad Astra James Gray Interview with Los Angeles Times James Gray The Hollywood Reporter Quote Hoyte Van Hoytema Interview with IndieWire James Gray Instagram Live Comments Max Richter Slant Magazine Interview Ethan Gross Awards Daily Interview James Gray Deadline Interview James Gray Interview With Vulture Inside the World's Quietest Room Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced, by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Erik Gunnarsson . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich , you can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord . Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Apr 3, 2023

I. Hate. Space. This week we're finally saying the quiet part out loud with Alfonso Cuaron's landmark (and weirdly...forgotten?) space disaster thriller starring Sandra Bullock, and our old friend, George Clooney. It's the 10 year anniversary of GRAVITY this year. Lets get some 3D IMAX screenings going, please!! References: Special Features It Began With A Story Initial Challenges: Long Shots and Zero G Pre Visualizing Gravity The Hues of Space Physical Weightlessness Space Tech Final Animation Complete Silence Behind the Visor Sandra Bullock and Alfonso Cuarón The Guardian Interview Alfonso Cuarón on Angelina Jolie and Robert Downey Jr. Castings Variety Gravity Making Of Deadline Gravity Actresses Gravity Executive Producer Chris DeFaria Interview with The Film Stage Emmanuel Lubezki Interview with Time Steven Price Interview with Your Classical Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced, by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Erik Gunnarsson . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich , you can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord . Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mar 27, 2023

Our sun is dying. Mankind faces extinction. And on this week's episode, we're strapping ourselves to the Icarus 2 (with a payload the size of Manhattan) and attempting to create a star within a star. Should be easy, right? Listen to find out. References: Special Features Commentary with Danny Boyle Web Production Diaries Zero G Flight Anita Screens Alwin Kuchler Cliff Curtis Love Letters VFX A Brilliant Vision: Enhanced Viewing Mode with the Filmmakers of Sunshine Designing the Icarus Stunt Jump Through Space Cast Preparing for the Film Pinbacker’s Makeup Mace Fixes Mainframe Space Suits Danny Boyle Interview with ComingSoon.Net on Upcoming Projects Danny Boyle Interview with the LA Times on Sunshine Danny Boyle Interview with MTV Mark Kermode Sunshine Review Danny Boyle Interview with Reuters Michelle Yeoh on asking Danny Boyle to make a more diverse cast Alex Garland’s Inspiration for Sunshine Alex Garland Interview with Manchester Evening News Danny Boyle Interview with Empire Magazine Danny Boyle Interview with The Guardian Danny Boyle Interview with IGN Danny Boyle Interview with the NY Post Danny Boyle Interview with International Herald Tribune Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced, by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Erik Gunnarsson . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich , you can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord . Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mar 20, 2023

How many Sam Rockwells is too many Sam Rockwells? Joining us this week to talk Duncan Jones's MOON and answer that question is returning guest, YELLOWSTONE and TWILIGHT ZONE actor, Jefferson White! **Trick question. There can never be too many Sam Rockwells. References: Special Features Commentary The Making of Moon Creating the Visual Effects Science Center Q&A with Director Duncan Jones Variety reports on Sony Landing Moon Rights Variety reports on UK Co-Productions at Sundance The Independent on Moon SyFy Moon Making Of Duncan Jones & Sam Rockwell Interview with Sundance Duncan Jones & Sam Rockwell Interview with The Guardian Duncan Jones & Clint Mansell 10th Anniversary Panel Duncan Jones Interview with Den of Geek Moon Crew Q&A with the Production and Costume Designers, DP, and Gaffers Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced, by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Erik Gunnarsson . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich , you can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord . Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mar 13, 2023

Ryan Gosling in space. Ryan. Gosling. In. Space. How did this movie not blow up? On today's episode, we're embarking on the Apollo 11 mission, venturing deep into the abyss of lunar craters both vast and impossibly lonely. Not to spoil anything, but this is one of those movies that makes us remember why we started this podcast in the first place. References: LA Times Reports Clint Eastwood circling First Man Variety First Man Making Of Article Jon Bernthal Discusses Leaving First Man with Men's Health Magazine IndieWire First Man Making Of Indie Wire First Man VFX Breakdown KFTV reports on First Man filming in an Atlanta Quarry VFX Voice First Man VFX Breakdown Adam Savage Meets Spacesuits from First Man Damien Chazelle & Justin Hurwitz Interview with Variety Music Josh Singer First Man Q&A with Jeff Goldsmith Josh Singer interview with TheWrap The Overview Effect via NASA Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced, by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Erik Gunnarsson . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich , you can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord . Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mar 6, 2023

Houston, we have a podcast. Today we shut down the LEM and attempt to return to Earth, with the legendary American classic, Apollo 13. Tom Hank! Ron Howard! (Hot) Gary Sinise! It's all here this week on EOTD: A SPACE ODYSSEY. References: Special Features Apollo 13: 20 Years Later Lost Moon: The Triumph of Apollo 13 John Sayles Interview with Creative Screenwriting Film Ink discussing Close Casting Calls Tom Hanks and Ron Howard discuss IMAX DMR NYTimes - Television: From Earth to the Moon and Back Jim Lovell Interview with the Chicago Tribune Ron Howard Interview with Industry Central Befores and Afters: Apollo 13 VFX Work Breakdown James Horner interview with the LA Times Dan Hanley and Mike Hill Interview with CineMontage Dean Cundey Interview with Den of Geek Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced, by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Erik Gunnarsson . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich , you can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord . Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Feb 27, 2023

Here we are again, trapped in the conscience-eating orbital pull of Solaris. Except this time, George Clooney (and his exposed ass) are with us. What could go wrong? Joining us today for a deep-dive on the 2002 Soderbergh remake is our old friend Sarah Welch-Larson. Happy birthday, Sarah! References: Special Features Behind the Planet James Cameron interview with Urban Cinefile James Cameron Interview with JoBlo Steven Soderbergh Interview with Film Thread Part 1 Steven Soderbergh Interview with Film Thread Part 2 George Clooney & Steven Soderbergh Interview with the Seattle Times Steven Soderbergh on his Pseudonym in Slate Natascha McElhone Interview with The Free Library Cliff Martinez Interview with Red Bull Music Academy Cliff Martinez Interview with Cool Hunting Gaffer Jim Plannette Interview with the The French Society of Cinematographers James Cameron Interview with Movie Hole Contact Music Production Notes Stanislaw Lem on Solaris (2002) Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced, by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Erik Gunnarsson . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich , you can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord . Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Feb 20, 2023

This week, we drift into the ocean of Tarkovsky’s exceedingly human, empathetic (and definitely anti-2001), SOLARIS. Or, perhaps, the ocean drifts into us. Who can say? Really, you should watch this movie. It’s a big one. References: Collected Screenplays by Andrei Tarkovsky Time Within Time: The Diaries BFI Tarkovsky Retrospective Akira Kurosawa on Watching Solaris With Andrei Tarkovsky Eduard Artemyev Journey to the Center of the Cinema Interview Mikhail Romadin interview with Criterion on Solaris Vasim Yusov Interview with Nostalghia.com Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced, by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Erik Gunnarsson . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich , you can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord . Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Feb 13, 2023

My god. It's full of stars. References: Special Features: 2010: The Odyssey Continues Stanley Kubrick: A Biography The Odyssey File The Arthur C. Clarke Chapter from The Silicon Jungle Suite Success: An Interview With Tony Banks Peter Hyams Money Into Light Interview Peter Hyams Empire Interview Peter Hyams The Hollywood Interview Peter Hyams Film Talk Interview Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced, by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Erik Gunnarsson . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich , you can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord . Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Feb 6, 2023

It happened. The episode is here. It's Kubrick's foundational science fiction epic, and we tried our darnedest to contend with it in (nearly 3 hour) podcast form. Even though sorting through the abyss of this movie is kind of like staring at the sun. Or, scraping an alien(?) monolith capable of bestowing knowledge to an entire civilization. To quote Hal, "[We're] afraid, Dave." References: Special Features: 2001: The Making of a Myth Standing on the Shoulders of Kubrick 2001: A Space Odyssey : A Look Behind the Future The Making of Kubrick’s 2001 by Jerome Agel Projecting Tomorrow: Science Fiction & Popular Cinema Stanley Kubrick The Film Director as Superstar What did Kubrick have to say about what 2001 "means"? How Stanley Kubrick Upset Arthur Clarke Space Odyssey: Stanley Kubrick, Arthur C. Clarke, and the Making of a Masterpiece Carl Sagan's cosmic connection: an extraterrestrial perspective "Stanley Kubrick Explains The '2001: A Space Odyssey' Ending in Rediscovered Interview" Bill Weston Stanley Kubrick Leon Vitali Interview Martin Scorsese 12 Films Far Out Magazine Making Of 2001 IndieWire Keir Dullea Irish News Interview Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced, by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Erik Gunnarsson . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich , you can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord . Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jan 30, 2023

It’s our 2 year anniversary, we’ve joined the Morbid Podcast Network, and we couldn’t be happier to be here. For new listeners: welcome to Eye of the Duck! Today is a special (non-series) episode. Before we embark on new frontiers, we’re looking back on everything we’ve done with the show, and the year 2022 in (mostly) American cinema. Today we’re highlighting five of our favorite films of the year, and talking about what’s to come now that we’re a network show. 2023, Year of the Duck! Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced, by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Erik Gunnarsson . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our theme song, Snowflake, is written by Jesse Lewis and comes from his album, Atticus . You can find out more about Jesse at JesseLewisMusic.com . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich , you can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord . Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jan 23, 2023

We made it! We’ve gone where no toy has gone before…to Disney Plus, where you can watch FORKY ASKS A QUESTION, with about 20 minutes of credits between every 2 minute episode. This week, we’re closing the loop on our TOY STORY miniseries, exploring all the many short films and one-offs and micro movies that star the gang from Andy’s room. Also, OUR NEXT MINISERIES ANNOUNCEMENT!! References: All the Toy Stories Mentioned: Toy Story Toons: Hawaii Vacation Toy Story Toons: Small Fry Toy Story Toons: Partysaurus Rex Toy Story of Terror Toy Story that Time Forgot Forky Asks a Question Lamp Life Pixar Popcorn To Fitness and Beyond Fluffy Stuff with Ducky and Bunny: Love Fluffy Stuff with Ducky and Bunny: Three Heads Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced, by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Erik Gunnarsson . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich , you can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jan 20, 2023

We have some wild news to announce!! Eye of the Duck has joined the Morbid Podcast Network! Our podcast is now available ad-free for Wondery Media subscribers and on Amazon Music. What does this mean for the future of our show? Well, for starters, it gives us resources to make the best podcast we can make. The feed will remain the same on all podcast platforms––but Amazon/Wondery listeners will get episodes a week early. A HUGE thanks to Wondery, Amazon Music, and especially Ash and Alaina at Morbid for taking a chance on our little show. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jan 16, 2023

Griffin Newman returns to Eye of the Duck this week for Pixar’s LIGHTYEAR! And just to be clear, this isn’t a podcast about Buzz Lightyear, the toy. This is a podcast about the origin story of the human Buzz Lightyear that the toy is based on. References: Blu-Ray Special Features: Building the World of Lightyear Toyetic The Zap Patrol Angus MacLane Gizmodo Interview Angus MacLane Fandango Interview MacLane ScreenRant Interview Chris Evans Hollywood Reporter Chris Evans Vanity Fair Interview MacLane Collider Interview MacLane Space.com Interview Korea Times Animator Interview IMAX Forbes Interview SlashFilm IMAX Interview The AV Club Making Of Chris Evans Complex Interview Tim Allen on Controversy Jeremy Laskey Collider Interview Michael Giacchino ScreenRant Interview Michael Giacchino SlashFilm Interview Film Noir in Lightyear Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced, by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Erik Gunnarsson . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich , you can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop If you'd like to advertise with us, or sponsor us, please email: Contact@EyeOfTheDuckPod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jan 9, 2023

Bonus!! This week we depart the Pixar studio to answer the question, What if Raytheon manufactured children’s toys? It’s Joe Dante’s SMALL SOLDIERS. And we’ll (probably) never get another movie like it. Because everything else is just a toy! References: Blu-Ray Special Feature: The Making of Small Soldiers Syfy - Everything You Didn’t Know about Small Soldiers Joe Dante Den of Geek Interview Kirsten Dunst Little Review Interview Stan Winston School Joe Dante Daily Dead Interview Little White Lies Small Soldiers Joe Dante Film and TV Now Interview Burger King Alan House Set Kip Killigan Toy Justin Lin Toymageddon Roger Ebert Review Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced, by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Erik Gunnarsson . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich , you can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop If you'd like to advertise with us, or sponsor us, please email: Contact@EyeOfTheDuckPod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jan 2, 2023

It’s…Forky! The dawn of a new era is here, and it’s all about a plastic spork and his love of trash. Joining us is writer, critic, and author of the upcoming book, The Cinema of Paul Thomas Anderson: American Apocrypha , Ethan Warren !! References: Blu-Ray Special Features: Toy Box: Forky Anatomy of a Scene: Playground Anatomy of a Scene: Prologue Lee Unkrich on Toy Story 4 Tim Allen Signed on for Toy Story 4 John Lasseter Directing Toy Story 4 Lasseter LA Times Toy Story 4 Jim Morris Toy Story 4 Josh Cooley Hired Lasseter Leaves Toy Story 4 Jones/McCormack Leave Stephany Folsom Rewriting Jones/McCormack Josh Cooley Gamespot Interview Producer Mark Nielsen Pixar Theory Toy Story 4 Cast and Crew Independent UK John Ratzenberger Comics Beat Interview Randy Newman THR Interview Valerie LaPointe Motion Pictures Interview Stephany Folsom Interview Rashida Jones Sam Jones Interview Rashida Jones Net-a-Porter Interview Toy Story 4: Creating a Virtual “Cooke Look” Axel Geddes Pro Video Coalition Interview Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced, by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Erik Gunnarsson . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich , you can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop If you'd like to advertise with us, or sponsor us, please email: Contact@EyeOfTheDuckPod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dec 26, 2022

What is a good death when your God has abandoned you? TOY STORY 3 is courageous enough to explore such questions (insane!!) so we tried our best to contend with them here too on Week 3 of our miniseries. But do we have the courage to leave our beloved Andy behind? Listen to find out. Happy Holidays from Eye of the Duck. References: Pixar to Disney: Adios, Mouse A Look at the Toy Story 3 You Didn’t See Woody: The Untold Story Disney Plans Life After Pixar With Sequel Unit Disney Agrees to Acquire Pixar in a $7.4 Billion Deal Disney 2007 Corporate Call A Happy Ending for “Toy Story 3”? Lee Unkrich LA Times Interview Lee Unkrich Toronto Sun Interview Lee Unkrich Bullz-Eye Interview Tom Hanks Empire Interview Andrew Stanton SlashFilm Randy Newman Classic.fm Interview My Neighbor Totoro reference Michael Arndt Toy Story 3 Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced, by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Erik Gunnarsson . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich , you can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop If you'd like to advertise with us, or sponsor us, please email: Contact@EyeOfTheDuckPod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dec 19, 2022

How can you watch a TOY STORY movie and not completely emotionally unravel? This week we find ourselves, our trauma, and the value of accepting love in TOY STORY 2. Really, we do. Why do these movies do this to us? Please write in if you have these answers. Best, References: Blu-Ray Special Features: Commentary International Scene The Pixar Touch David Price Ed Catmull LA Times Interview Lee Unkrich Elise Harris Interview Ash Brannon/Lee Unkrich AWN Interview Randy Newman Tampa Bay Interview BBC Making of Toy Story 2 Featurette Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced, by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Erik Gunnarsson . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich , you can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop If you'd like to advertise with us, or sponsor us, please email: Contact@EyeOfTheDuckPod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dec 12, 2022

TOYS!! And returning champion Stephen Hilger is back! Welcome to the premiere of our December/January miniseries, BEYOND INFINITY. The TOY STORY franchise may seem like a weird choice since we mostly do sci-fi / horror here at Eye of the Duck. But any true Pixar head knows Toy Story is among the scariest series of all...the toys are alive (??!) References: Blu-Ray Special Features: Commentary CGI Making Of To Infinity and Beyond!: The Story of Pixar Animation Studios Steve Jobs by Walter Isaacson How Pixar Became the World’s Greatest Animation Company The Pixar Touch: The Making of a Company Toy Story: The Inside Buzz Steve Jobs Box Office Quote Lee Unkrich Elise Harris Interview Joss Whedon Interview Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced, by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Erik Gunnarsson . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich , you can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop If you'd like to advertise with us, or sponsor us, please email: Contact@EyeOfTheDuckPod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dec 5, 2022

That's a wrap on our Romero series! No more zombies. For now. 2023 will be all mummies, all the time! That's right, Eye of the Mummy will be our next miniseries. Just kidding...or are we? You'll have to listen in to find out. Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced, by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Erik Gunnarsson . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich , you can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop If you'd like to advertise with us, or sponsor us, please email: Contact@EyeOfTheDuckPod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nov 28, 2022

Bonus #3! It’s Dan O’Bannon’s gnarly punk rock black comedy, RETURN OF THE LIVING DEAD. This week is one of those Siskel and Ebert episodes — we disagree so fundamentally about the meaning of O’Bannon’s film that it threatens to bring down the podcast entirely. Brains! References: Blu-Ray Special Features: Dan O’Bannon Commentary More Brains: A Return of the Living Dead The FX of the Return of the Living Dead Party Time: The Music of the Return of the Living Dead A Conversation with Dan O’Bannon: The Final Interview The Origins of The Return of the Living Dead The Return of the Living Dead: The Dead Have Risen Designing the Dead Dan O’Bannon Den of Geek Interview American Cinematographer Making Of Thom Mathews Greasy Kid Stuff Interview Jewel Shepard Horror Geek Life Interview George Romero Vanity Fair Interview John Russo v George Romero: Dawn of the Living Dead Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced, by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Erik Gunnarsson . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich , you can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop If you'd like to advertise with us, or sponsor us, please email: Contact@EyeOfTheDuckPod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nov 21, 2022

At long last, we’ve arrived at the end of Romero’s run of (not) zombie movies. This week our old friend Sarah Welch-Larson joins the pod again to help us give us a fond farewell to the perhaps the most legendary figure in horror movie history. But don’t worry–we’re not done with zombies yet! References: Blu-Ray Special Features: Walking After Midnight Documentary Fangoria Romero Interview Time With George Romero Bloody Disgusting Interview George Romero Homepage of the Dead Interview Romero Brightest Young Things Interview Romero Cinema Blend Interview Cast & Plot Details Bloody Disgusting Devon Bostick WeekinReview Interview Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced, by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Erik Gunnarsson . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich , you can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop If you'd like to advertise with us, or sponsor us, please email: Contact@EyeOfTheDuckPod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nov 14, 2022

I bet you didn’t know George Romero made a god dang found footage film. Yeah. We didn’t either! This week, we’re joined by horror experts and new friends Sean Parker and Steve Goldberg of the Mostly Horror podcast to unpack the incredibly daring (and bizarre) late-career zombie thriller, DIARY OF THE DEAD. Which, technically, is a student film (?) References: Blu-Ray Special Feature: For the Record: The Making of Diary of the Dead George Romero CinemaBlend Interview George Romero Hollywood Gothique Interview George Romero AV Club Interview George Romero Filmmaker Magazine Interview George Romero Rotten Tomatoes Interview George Romero MovieWeb Post Romero-Grunwald Productions Amy Lalonde Fangoria Interview Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced, by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Erik Gunnarsson . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich , you can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop If you'd like to advertise with us, or sponsor us, please email: Contact@EyeOfTheDuckPod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nov 7, 2022

Romero returns! After exactly 20 years, the master of (not) zombie movies helps resurrect the genre for the modern day. And we’re going to talk about it! With our new friend and fellow podcaster, Trey Flynn of the excellent Extra Credits Podcast . References: Blu-Ray Special Features: Cholo’s Reckoning: An Interview With Actor John Leguizamo Charlie’s Story: An Interview With Actor Robert Joy The Pillsbury Factor: An Interview With Actor Robert Joy Dream of the Dead Deleted Scenes From Dream of the Dead Bringing the Dead to Life Undead Again: The Making of Land of the Dead George Romero RadioFree Interview George Romero Dread Central Interview George Romero IndieWire Interview George Romero Ain’t it Cool News Interview Simon Baker RadioFree Interview Asia Argento Made in Atlantis Interview Dennis Hopper Made in Atlantis Interview Edgar Wright and Simon Pegg on the set of Land of the Dead Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced, by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Erik Gunnarsson . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich , you can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop If you'd like to advertise with us, or sponsor us, please email: Contact@EyeOfTheDuckPod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Oct 31, 2022

HAPPY HALLOWEEN! For our second and final bonus of our FALL OF THE DEAD miniseries, we are exploring the very un-Romero reboot(?) of DAWN OF THE DEAD, directed by our old friend, Zack Snyder. Yes, we're doing another Snyder Cut this week! But watch out. These zombies run fast. And some of them look like Jay Leno. Anyway, enjoy your candy!!!!! References: Blu-Ray Special Features: Commentary Take a Chance on Me – An Interview with Actor Ty Burrell Gunn for Hire – An Interview with Writer James Gunn Punk, Rock, & Zombie – An Interview with Actor Jake Weber Dawn of the Dead Production History Made in Atlantis Cast IGN Interview James Gunn IGN interview Kyle Cooper WIRED interview Tom Savini Interview Scott Reiniger Interview Romero Dread Central Interview Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced, by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Erik Gunnarsson . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich , you can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop If you'd like to advertise with us, or sponsor us, please email: Contact@EyeOfTheDuckPod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Oct 24, 2022

We're coming to get you, Barbara! This week we are NOT saying the "zed word" OR talking about a George A. Romero film. It's Edgar Wright's exquisitely funny zombie satire, SHAUN OF THE DEAD. Joining us for our first bonus episode of FALL OF THE DEAD is returning guest, writer, and film podcaster of Letterboxd's Weekend Watchlist, Mia Vicino ! References: Blu-Ray Special Features Commentary Simon Pegg’s Video Diary Lucy Hale’s Video Diary Joe Cornish’s Video Diary Edgar Wright and Simon Pegg’s Flipchart SFX Comparison EPK Featurette You’ve Got Red on You Edgar Wright Complex Film Festival Q&A Edgar Wright Kevin Smith Interview Empire Podcast Cornetto Trilogy Special Edgar Wright and Simon Pegg Guardian Interview Edgar Wright & Simon Pegg Dread Central Interview Edgar Wright & Simon Pegg MTV Eat my Brains Filming Schedule Edgar Wright & Simon Pegg Movieweb Interview Shaun of the Dead Release Variety UIP Marketing Campaign Live Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced, by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Erik Gunnarsson . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich , you can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop If you'd like to advertise with us, or sponsor us, please email: Contact@EyeOfTheDuckPod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Oct 17, 2022

Bub, your Day has come. This podcast is for for all the Bub heads out there. It's Eye of the Bub this week, y'all. We hope you'll watch the movie and listen along. Because once you meet Bub, you'll never forget him. References: The World’s End: The Making of Day of the Dead The Many Days of Day of the Dead Joe Pilato Homepage of the Dead Interview Home of the Dead Making Of Tom Savini Simon Abrams Interview John Harrison Interview Lori Cardille Interview Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced, by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Erik Gunnarsson . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich , you can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop If you'd like to advertise with us, or sponsor us, please email: Contact@EyeOfTheDuckPod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Oct 10, 2022

Today we're joined by our friends from the Morbid podcast (and a new NY Times best-selling author!!) Alaina Urquhart and Ash Kelley to unpack the maddening zombie shopping spree that is DAWN OF THE DEAD. If you love malls, this one is for you. Also, zombies! References: Dawn of the Dead Making Of George Romero Medium Interview Rolling Stone Making Of George Romero Pittsburgh City Paper Interview Little White Lies Alternate Ending Monroeville Mall Tom Savini Interview Scott Reiniger Interview Cinefantastique Making Of Roger Ebert Review Pauline Kael Review Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced, by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Erik Gunnarsson . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich , you can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop If you'd like to advertise with us, or sponsor us, please email: Contact@EyeOfTheDuckPod.comi Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Oct 3, 2022

New miniseries premiere!! The leaves are falling, the air is crisp, and the dead are rising from their graves. Welcome to FALL OF THE DEAD. This week we are exploring George A. Romero's landmark horror, NIGHT OF THE LIVING DEAD, where the zombies are definitely not zombies because they are called Ghouls. But they're probably just zombies? Like, maybe the first zombies ever? Listen to find out. References: Blu-Ray Special Features: Learning From Scratch Walking Like the Dead Tones of Terror Higher Learning George Romero Variety Interview Duane Jones Interview Judith O’Dea Interview Russ Steiner Interview Screenwriter John A Russo Interview George Romero Vice Interview George Romero Variety Interview Karl Hardman & Marilyn Eastman Homepage of the Dead Interview George Romero Homepage of the Dead Interview Roger Ebert Night of the Living Dead Interview Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced, by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Erik Gunnarsson . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich , you can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop If you'd like to advertise with us, or sponsor us, please email: Contact@EyeOfTheDuckPod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sep 26, 2022

Today, we're saying farewell to Ethan Hunt and our entire MISSION miniseries with the squad who helped us produce it. That's right, the whole EyeMF is here, including our researcher, Parth Marathe, our editor, Erik Gunnarson, and a very special special call-in from our chief analyst, Brendon Bigley. Mission: Accomplished. Also, listen through to the end for the reveal of our next miniseries! Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced, by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Erik Gunnarsson . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich , you can purchase her work at society6.com/francescavolerich . If you'd like to advertise with us, or sponsor us, please email: Contact@EyeOfTheDuckPod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sep 19, 2022

TOP GUN BONUS. Pausing our exploration of MISSION: IMPOSSIBLE movies for a TOP GUN: MAVERICK bonus episode. No further information needed. Well you in the skies. [Jet engine noises] References: Tom Cruise Playboy Interview Eddie Hamilton Craft Services Interview Joseph Kosinski Vulture Interview Joseph Kosinski Deadline Interview Making of Flying Sequence IndieWire Val Kilmer Collider Interview Val Kilmer Confirming Involvement Making Of Article in Top Gear Chris McQuarrie & Justin Marks SlashFilm Tony Scott Top Gun 2 Zack Stenz Top Gun 2 Top Gun 2 Confirmed Peter Craig Draft THR Training Plan Article Variety Top Gun: Maverick Interviews in The Ringer Darkstar Sandboxx Interview Jennifer Connelly on Tom Cruise Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced, by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Erik Gunnarsson . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich , you can purchase her work at https://www.francescavolerich.com/shop . If you'd like to advertise with us, or sponsor us, please email: Contact@EyeOfTheDuckPod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sep 12, 2022

At last, the fallout of our entire MISSION IMPOSSIBLE series is here. This week, it’s M:I-FALLOUT, featuring mustache drama, arm reloads, and the unspeakably dangerous HALO jump. Join us! References: Blu-Ray Special Features: Light the Fuse Top of the World The Big Swing Rendezvous in Paris The Fall The Hunt is On Cliffside Crash Christopher McQuarrie Empire Podcast Interview Christopher McQuarrie Jeff Goldsmith Q&A Interview Henry Cavill Collider Interview Simon Pegg Collider Interview Christopher McQuarrie ComingSoon.Net Interview Christopher McQuarrie Den of Geek Interview Lorne Balfe Collider Interview Wade Eastwood Interview Henry Cavill Fandom Wire Interview Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced, by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Erik Gunnarsson . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich , you can purchase her work at society6.com/francescavolerich . If you'd like to advertise with us, or sponsor us, please email: Contact@EyeOfTheDuckPod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sep 5, 2022

It’s ROGUE NATION today, and we’d like to thank all the honorable workers out there, especially the members of the IMF who risk their lives every day protecting us from the dark and evil Syndicate forces. Thanks, IMF!! Happy Labor Day. References: Blu-Ray Special Features: Commentary Lighting the Fuse Cruise Control Heroes Cruising Altitude Mission: Immersible Sand Theft Auto The Missions Continue The Cast Roundtable Light the Fuse Making Of Episode Chris McQuarrie Collider Interview Simon Pegg Instagram Jeremy Renner IndieWire Interview Ving Rhames Philadelphia Sunday Interview Drew Pearce Franchise Fred Interview Brad Bird Collider Interview Graham Norton Rebecca Ferguson Interview Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced, by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Erik Gunnarsson . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich , you can purchase her work at society6.com/francescavolerich . If you'd like to advertise with us, or sponsor us, please email: Contact@EyeOfTheDuckPod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Aug 29, 2022

We’ve initiated Ghost Protocol on Dom. For this week’s episode on the fourth MISSION IMPOSSIBLE film, Adam is joined by Eye of the Duck Chief Analyst Brendon Bigley from the very good Into the Aether podcast. Or is it Dom in a mask? Listen to find out. References: Blu-Ray Special Features: Suiting Up in Pragu Heating Up in Dubai Vancouver Fisticuffs The Russian Prison Shooting in IMAX Stepping into the Storm The Sandstorm Dubai Car Crash Props Composer Underwater Light the Fuse Making of Mission: Impossible - Ghost Protocol Light the Fuse Robert Elswit Interview Light the Fuse Brad Bird Interview Paula Wagner Access Hollywood Interview Brad Bird Wired Interview Light the Fuse Christopher McQuarrie Interview Chris McQuarrie Film Comment Interview Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced, by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Erik Gunnarsson . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich , you can purchase her work at society6.com/francescavolerich . If you'd like to advertise with us, or sponsor us, please email: Contact@EyeOfTheDuckPod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Aug 22, 2022

What do random Italian garbage men, Ethan Hunt, a “traffic statistician”, and Philip Seymour Hoffman all have in common? They’re all played by Tom Cruise in MISSION: IMPOSSIBLE III. This week, our mission is to find out who the hell Ethan Hunt really is. References: Blu-Ray Special Features: Commentary with JJ Abrams and Tom Cruise Making the Mission Inside the IMF Mission: Action Visualizing the Mission Designing the Mission Mission Metamorphosis Scoring the Mission The Countdown Begins Evolution of a Blockbuster The Wild Development of Mission Impossible 3 Blood Guts and Produced Screenplays: The Real and Incomplete Movies of Joe Carnahan Darabont Talks Mission JJ Abrams Talks Mission Impossible 3 JJ Abrams in Made in Atlantis Maggie Q in Collider Simon Pegg in Daily Mail Todd Vaziri and Mission Impossible 3 Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced, by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Erik Gunnarsson . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich , you can purchase her work at society6.com/francescavolerich . If you'd like to advertise with us, or sponsor us, please email: Contact@EyeOfTheDuckPod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Aug 15, 2022

MISSION: IMPOSSIBLE 2 is utter chaos. Batshit action drenched in sweat, fire, and doves. Finding one scene that could represent the whole movie is a ridiculously difficult task. But this isn't Mission: Difficult. It's Mission: Impossible, here on EYE: OF THE DUCK week 2. References: Behind the Mission (Blu-Ray Special Feature) Mission Incredible (Blu-Ray Special Feature) Impossible Shots (Blu-Ray Special Feature) In Conversation: Thandie Newton The truth behind ''M:I-2'''s most dangerous stunt ‘Mission: Impossible 2’ Co-Writer Reveals How ‘Star Trek’ Helped Save the Sequel The Making of Mission: Impossible - 2 on Light the Fuse Podcast Part 1 The Making of Mission: Impossible - 2 on Light the Fuse Podcast Part 2 “It’s just as hard every time.” Robert Towne on Screenwriting Hollywood Studios Summon Stuart Baird To Cut Violence and Edit Troubled Films ''Mission Impossible 2'' mired problems ‘MISSION: IMPOSSIBLE II’ – A VIRTUAL PRODUCTION GAME-CHANGER Q&A: Brian De Palma on why movies should be beautiful MTV Movie Award Special to M I 2 mit Ben Stiller Full HD Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced, by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Erik Gunnarsson . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich , you can purchase her work at society6.com/francescavolerich . If you'd like to advertise with us, or sponsor us, please email: Contact@EyeOfTheDuckPod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Aug 8, 2022

Welcome to the premiere of our new miniseries, EYE: OF THE DUCK! Today's episode is all about the worst mission of Ethan Hunt's life. It’s Brian De Palma's MISSION: IMPOSSIBLE. Will you accept it? This message will self destruct in five seconds. References: Explosive Exploits (Blu-Ray Special Feature) Langley Heist (Blu-Ray Special Feature) Catching the Train (Blu-Ray Special Feature) MISSION: IMPOSSIBLE | Tom Cruise on Shooting the Vault Sequence David Koepp on Light the Fuse Podcast Part 1 David Koepp on Light the Fuse Podcast Part 2 Brian De Palma on Light the Fuse Podcast Part 1 Brian De Palma on Light the Fuse Podcast Part 2 John Knoll on Light the Fuse Podcast Part 1 John Knoll on Light the Fuse Podcast Part 2 Q&A: Brian De Palma on why movies should be beautiful 'Mission: Impossible' at 25: behind the scenes of Prague's first Hollywood blockbuster Evening Standard from London, Greater London, England MISSION: IMPLAUSIBLE–THE MAKING OF M:I’S SPECTACULAR BULLET TRAIN SEQUENCE Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced, by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Erik Gunnarsson . This episode was researched by Parth Marathe . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich , you can purchase her work at society6.com/francescavolerich . If you'd like to advertise with us, or sponsor us, please email: Contact@EyeOfTheDuckPod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Aug 1, 2022

Jurassic Summer is over. Long live Jurassic Summer. Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced, by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Erik Gunnarsson . Our intro and outro themes were lovingly mashed together from various tracks of the original Jurassic Park soundtrack album composed by John Williams. Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich , you can purchase her work at society6.com/francescavolerich . If you'd like to advertise with us, or sponsor us, please email: Contact@EyeOfTheDuckPod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jul 25, 2022

It's a million degrees outside, and it feels like a swarm of flaming locusts are raining on the earth. It's the perfect setting for JURASSIC WORLD DOMINION, Colin Trevorrow's roaring apocalypse to one of cinema's biggest franchises, and the penultimate episode of our Jurassic Summer miniseries! References: Why Colin Trevorrow Didn’t End ‘Jurassic World’ Trilogy with ‘Fantasy Movie’ About ‘Chomping’ Dinosaurs Jurassic World’s Colin Trevorrow Explains Why He Returned To Direct Dominion Jurassic World: Dominion will 'connect to discoveries made' in Camp Cretaceous Colin Trevorrow Shows Off Unused TIE Marauder Ship from His Version of ‘Star Wars 9’ Steven Spielberg confirms Colin Trevorrow will direct third Jurassic World Jurassic World: Dominion Will Use More Practical Effects Than Previous Films Jurassic World Dominion’s Huge New Dinosaur The ‘Giga’ Is ‘Like The Joker’, Says Colin Trevorrow – Exclusive Image New Animatronic Images From ‘Dominion’ Featured In Upcoming Fangoria Magazine Issue! ‘Jurassic World Dominion’ Wraps Unprecedented Shoot After 18 Months, 40,000 COVID Tests & Millions On Protocols; Colin Trevorrow & Donna Langley On The “Emotional” Journey Universal’s ‘Jurassic World: Dominion’ On Course To Be First Major Studio Movie Back Underway In UK, Detailed Safety Protocols Revealed ‘We Are the Guinea Pigs’: Hollywood Restarts Its Blockbuster Machine Jake Johnson Reveals He Won’t Be in ‘Jurassic Park: Dominion’ After All: It Was ‘Disappointing’ ‘Jurassic World Dominion’: Meet the Franchise’s New Dinosaurs, From Its Biggest Ever Foe to Feathered Predators Exclusive: Colin Trevorrow reveals how his canceled Star Wars movie helped him make Jurassic World Dominion Exclusive: Colin Trevorrow Shares His Experiences with ‘Fallen Kingdom’ + Talks Hopes for ‘Jurassic World 3’! ‘Jurassic World 3’ Filming Under the Working Title of ‘Arcadia’; Adds Vancouver Canada to Filming Locations Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced, by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Erik Gunnarsson . Special thanks to Parth Marathe for researching this episode. Our intro and outro themes were lovingly mashed together from various tracks of the original Jurassic Park soundtrack album composed by John Williams. Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich , you can purchase her work at society6.com/francescavolerich . If you'd like to advertise with us, or sponsor us, please email: Contact@EyeOfTheDuckPod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jul 18, 2022

This week, we contend with the terrifying notion that in 2018, the Jurassic Park franchise goes from awe-inspiring to downright apocalyptic. And the series has stayed that way ever since. Welcome to JURASSIC WORLD: FALLEN KINGDOM. References: On Set with Chris and Bryce (Blu-Ray Special Feature) The Kingdom Evolves (Blu-Ray Special Feature) Birth of the IndoRaptor (Blu-Ray Special Feature) Rooftop Showdown (Blu-Ray Special Feature) Monster in a Mansion (Blu-Ray Special Feature) Start the Bidding! (Blu-Ray Special Feature) Death by Dino (Blu-Ray Special Feature) Malcom’s Return (Blu-Ray Special Feature) Steven Spielberg, Kathleen Kennedy and Frank Marshall on How to Win in Hollywood Today Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced, by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Erik Gunnarsson . Our intro and outro themes were lovingly mashed together from various tracks of the original Jurassic Park soundtrack album composed by John Williams. Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich , you can purchase her work at society6.com/francescavolerich . If you'd like to advertise with us, or sponsor us, please email: Contact@EyeOfTheDuckPod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jul 11, 2022

We’re back! John Hammond told us to spare no expense. So here we are on PART 2 of our JURASSIC SUMMER miniseries, gyrosphering back to Isla Nublar for the first time in 14 years to investigate the first entry of the JURASSIC WORLD trilogy! References: Chris and Colin Take on the World (Blu-Ray Special Feature) Dinosaurs Roam Once Again (Blu-Ray Special Feature) Welcome to Jurassic World (Blu-Ray Special Feature) Jurassic Park IV? Probably, But Without Joe Johnston John Sayles in Reelz The Jurassic Park IV Script That Was Never Filmed Spielberg, Kennedy, and Marshall in The Hollywood Reporter Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced, by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Erik Gunnarsson . Our intro and outro themes were lovingly mashed together from various tracks of the original Jurassic Park soundtrack album composed by John Williams. Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich , you can purchase her work at society6.com/francescavolerich . If you'd like to advertise with us, or sponsor us, please email: Contact@EyeOfTheDuckPod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jun 27, 2022

Bonus episode!!! As we tie off our back-to-back Spielberg miniseries, we figured there'd never be a better time to figure out what the hell was going on with READY PLAYER ONE. Also, the movie has a T-Rex. *The* T-Rex. So it counts. Welcome to the Oasis, gamers. Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, produced, by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Erik Gunnarsson . Our theme song, Snowflake, is written by Jesse Lewis and comes from his album, Atticus . You can find out more about Jesse at JesseLewisMusic.com . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich , you can purchase her work at society6.com/francescavolerich . If you'd like to advertise with us, or sponsor us, please email: Contact@EyeOfTheDuckPod.com And next time you watch a movie, remember to keep your eye on the duck. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jun 20, 2022

Somehow...Alan Grant has returned! This week we are hang-gliding back to Isla Sorna to meet the scary Spinosaurus and unpack a taut sequel that has aged like untouched raptor eggs. It's JURASSIC PARK III, and it deserved better! References: Return to Jurassic Park (Blu-Ray Special Feature) The Making of Jurassic Park III (Blu-Ray Special Feature) Joe Johnston in IGN Joe Johnston in DVDFile Joe Johnston in About Sam Neill in BBC Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced, by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Erik Gunnarsson . Our intro and outro themes were lovingly mashed together from various tracks of the original Jurassic Park soundtrack album composed by John Williams. Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich , you can purchase her work at society6.com/francescavolerich . If you'd like to advertise with us, or sponsor us, please email: Contact@EyeOfTheDuckPod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jun 13, 2022

Thank god for Site B. This week's episode is all about Isla Sorna, the *other* InGen island full of genetically-engineered nightmare monsters...THE LOST WORLD. Is this movie really as disappointing as we all remember? Or are we just judging it by impossible Spielberg standards? Only one way to find out... References: Return to Jurassic Park (Blu-Ray Special Feature) The Making of The Lost World: Jurassic Park (Blu-Ray Special Feature) Michael Chriton's Blog Stan Winston School Blog Janusz Kamisky in ASC Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced, by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Erik Gunnarsson . Our intro and outro themes were lovingly mashed together from various tracks of the original Jurassic Park soundtrack album composed by John Williams. Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich , you can purchase her work at society6.com/francescavolerich . If you'd like to advertise with us, or sponsor us, please email: Contact@EyeOfTheDuckPod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jun 6, 2022

[T-Rex roar] Our summer miniseries has begun! It's JURASSIC PARK!!! Dinosaurs, Spielberg, the birth of modern CGI, and the great and terrible extinction of the old ways of making movies. We spared no expense. Welcome to Jurassic Summer. References: Return to Jurassic Park (Blu-Ray Special Feature) The Making of Jurassic Park (Blu-Ray Special Feature) HBO's Spielberg Phil Tippet: Mad Dreams and Monster Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced, by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Dom Nero. Our intro and outro themes were lovingly mashed together from various tracks of the original Jurassic Park soundtrack album composed by John Williams. Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich , you can purchase her work at society6.com/francescavolerich . If you'd like to advertise with us, or sponsor us, please email: Contact@EyeOfTheDuckPod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

May 9, 2022

What a miniseries! This week we're riding off into the sunset, wrapping up the 4 films we covered in our INDIANA JONES miniseries, unveiling our **mysterious new video project** and announcing our next miniseries! Farewell Indy, Steven, and George...for now 🦖 Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced, by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Dom Nero. Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich , you can purchase her work at society6.com/francescavolerich . If you'd like to advertise with us, or sponsor us, please email: Contact@EyeOfTheDuckPod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

May 2, 2022

It’s the final film of the INDIANA JONES saga (for now), and we finally got our chance to speak with Mr. George Lucas himself. From the Dead Eyes Podcast and George Lucas Talk Show, it’s Connor Ratliff! Join us as we explore the KINGDOM OF THE CRYSTAL SKULL. References: Interview with John Hurt LA Times Timeline Interview with Spielberg and Lucas in EW Spielberg in Vanity Fair Lucas in Vanity Fair Making of Crystal Skull in Vanity Fair Indiana Jones in Premiere Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced, by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Dom Nero. Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich , you can purchase her work at society6.com/francescavolerich . If you'd like to advertise with us, or sponsor us, please email: Contact@EyeOfTheDuckPod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Apr 25, 2022

**BONUS*** For this week’s episode, we spent about 3 hours with the great Brendon Bigley living inside George Lucas's brain and exploring MYSTERY OF THE BLUES, an episode of the YOUNG INDIANA JONES television series where a bearded Harrison Ford uncovers a tiny saxophone from his past, and, yes, saves jazz. This TV show, really, truly, belongs in a museum. References: Young Indy at The Raider.Net Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced, by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Dom Nero. Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich , you can purchase her work at society6.com/francescavolerich . If you'd like to advertise with us, or sponsor us, please email: Contact@EyeOfTheDuckPod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Apr 18, 2022

What if Indiana Jones** had a dad? What if his dad was James Bond? And what if they were both horny for the same woman? These questions and more, answered in this week's episode on INDIANA JONES AND THE LAST CRUSADE. **Indiana was the dog's name References: An Oral History of Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade The Making of The Last Crusade at Raider.Net 15 Things You Didn't Know about Last Crusade at Shortlist Moviefone Facts Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced, by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Dom Nero. Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich , you can purchase her work at society6.com/francescavolerich . If you'd like to advertise with us, or sponsor us, please email: Contact@EyeOfTheDuckPod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Apr 11, 2022

This week’s episode is all about holding many thoughts at once: Is TEMPLE OF DOOM racist? Yes. Is it mean-spirited? Yes. But does Short Round also kick ass? That’s what makes this so hard…Joining us today to help wade through the minefield of this film is our old friend Warren Chao! References: How Temple of Doom Changed the MPAA Rating System An Oral History of Temple of Doom The Making of Temple of Doom at Raider.Net Willard Huyck and Gloria Katz in Ain't it Cool The South Asian Speakers Series Presents The Archaeologist Indy Gets Whipped Ke Huy Quan Profile in Vulture Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced, by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Dom Nero. Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich , you can purchase her work at society6.com/francescavolerich . If you'd like to advertise with us, or sponsor us, please email: Contact@EyeOfTheDuckPod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Apr 4, 2022

Spring is here and it's the start of a new adventure for us here at Eye of the Duck. Over the next month we'll be exploring the legendary scenes of the INDIANA JONES franchise, starting with one of the most influential films movies ever made, RAIDERS OF THE LOST ARK. Joining us today in our search for the Ark of Covenant is Academy Award winning director Shawn Christensen! References: An Oral History of Raiders of the Lost Ark Stephen Spielberg Guest Post in American Cinematographer The Story Behind Raiders of the Lost Ark 20 Adventurous Facts about Raiders of the Lost Ark Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced, by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Dom Nero. Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich , you can purchase her work at society6.com/francescavolerich . If you'd like to advertise with us, or sponsor us, please email: Contact@EyeOfTheDuckPod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mar 28, 2022

Demon hotels, Liam Neeson, toxic fans, goblin babies, time-traveling ghouls, Things, Things, and more Things...we saw it all this winter. But it's time to say goodbye. Our April miniseries will kick off next week. Until then, farewell, Winter Hell. Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced, by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Dom Nero. Our intro song for Winter Hell is a mish mosh of soundtracks and dialogue clips that are pulled from horror films that take place in the frozen cold. Wendy Carlos and Rachel Elkind’s “Main Title” track for The Shining and Ennio Morricone’s composition for The Thing are the central themes you hear. The outro music is the ominous end credits song from The Shining called “Midnight and the Stars are You” by Ray Noble and His Orchestra with vocals by Al Bowlly. Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich , you can purchase her work at society6.com/francescavolerich . If you'd like to advertise with us, or sponsor us, please email: Contact@EyeOfTheDuckPod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mar 21, 2022

This week, it’s John Carpenter’s THE THING! At last! We have arrived at the end of our icy tour of winter horror films. Next week, we’ll be wrapping up AND announcing our next miniseries 👁🦆 References: The Thing: Terror Takes Shape The Thing Blu-Ray from Shout Factory Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced, by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Dom Nero. Our intro song for Winter Hell is a mish mosh of soundtracks and dialogue clips that are pulled from horror films that take place in the frozen cold. Wendy Carlos and Rachel Elkind’s “Main Title” track for The Shining and Ennio Morricone’s composition for The Thing are the central themes you hear. The outro music is the ominous end credits song from The Shining called “Midnight and the Stars are You” by Ray Noble and His Orchestra with vocals by Al Bowlly. Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich , you can purchase her work at society6.com/francescavolerich . If you'd like to advertise with us, or sponsor us, please email: Contact@EyeOfTheDuckPod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mar 14, 2022

What was the original THING that came before THE THING and also before the the prequel to THE THING? It's 1951’s THE THING FROM ANOTHER WORLD, where the titular Thing is basically Carrot Frankenstein...and we fucking loved it. Really, it's worth watching. References: John Carpenter on "The Thing from Another World" The Making of "The Thing from Another World" in American Cinematographer Christian Nyby on who Directed the "The Thing From Another World" Phil Harris' "The Thing" Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced, by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Dom Nero. Our intro song for Winter Hell is a mish mosh of soundtracks and dialogue clips that are pulled from horror films that take place in the frozen cold. Wendy Carlos and Rachel Elkind’s “Main Title” track for The Shining and Ennio Morricone’s composition for The Thing are the central themes you hear. The outro music is the ominous end credits song from The Shining called “Midnight and the Stars are You” by Ray Noble and His Orchestra with vocals by Al Bowlly. Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich , you can purchase her work at society6.com/francescavolerich . If you'd like to advertise with us, or sponsor us, please email: Contact@EyeOfTheDuckPod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mar 7, 2022

It’s March. The end of Winter Hell is upon us. To lead us into our THE THING finale, we’re warming up a little THING miniseries first. This week, it’s the (mostly forgotten) 2011 prequel film directed Matthijs van Heijningen Jr…which is also called THE THING. References: The Thing (2011) Blu-Ray The Thing Effects Tests by ADI Bloody Disgusting Set Visit Part 1 Bloody Disgusting Set Visit Part 2 Interviews in Screen Rant Interviews in Electro Shadow Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced, by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Dom Nero. Our intro song for Winter Hell is a mish mosh of soundtracks and dialogue clips that are pulled from horror films that take place in the frozen cold. Wendy Carlos and Rachel Elkind’s “Main Title” track for The Shining and Ennio Morricone’s composition for The Thing are the central themes you hear. The outro music is the ominous end credits song from The Shining called “Midnight and the Stars are You” by Ray Noble and His Orchestra with vocals by Al Bowlly. Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich , you can purchase her work at society6.com/francescavolerich . If you'd like to advertise with us, or sponsor us, please email: Contact@EyeOfTheDuckPod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Feb 28, 2022

When we decided to do a winter horror miniseries, we left one slot open fantasizing that Alex Ross Perry (director of HER SMELL, LISTEN UP PHILIP) would come school us about a forgotten gem of the genre. And he did. Renny Harlin’s DEVIL’S PASS is wild. References: Devil's Pass DVD Plugs: "American Hostage" on Amazon Music "American Hostage" on Apple Podcasts "Her Smell" Collector's Edition Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced, by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . Our intro song for Winter Hell is a mish mosh of soundtracks and dialogue clips that are pulled from horror films that take place in the frozen cold. Wendy Carlos and Rachel Elkind’s “Main Title” track for The Shining and Ennio Morricone’s composition for The Thing are the central themes you hear. The outro music is the ominous end credits song from The Shining called “Midnight and the Stars are You” by Ray Noble and His Orchestra with vocals by Al Bowlly. Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich , you can purchase her work at society6.com/francescavolerich . If you'd like to advertise with us, or sponsor us, please email: Contact@EyeOfTheDuckPod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Feb 21, 2022

This week we are diving headfirst into the unstoppably insane monster showdown that SHOULD have started the first cinematic (dark) universe, VAN HELSING. Frankenstein. Wolfman. Jekyll. Hyde. Dracula. The gang’s all here. And we’re losing our minds. References: Van Helsing 4K Blu-Ray Special Features Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced, by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . Our intro song for Winter Hell is a mish mosh of soundtracks and dialogue clips that are pulled from horror films that take place in the frozen cold. Wendy Carlos and Rachel Elkind’s “Main Title” track for The Shining and Ennio Morricone’s composition for The Thing are the central themes you hear. The outro music is the ominous end credits song from The Shining called “Midnight and the Stars are You” by Ray Noble and His Orchestra with vocals by Al Bowlly. Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich , you can purchase her work at society6.com/francescavolerich . If you'd like to advertise with us, or sponsor us, please email: Contact@EyeOfTheDuckPod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Feb 14, 2022

Oskar and Eli forever! It's LET THE RIGHT ONE IN this week (original Swedish version, not remake!!!) and joining us to explore child vampires and all things Hoyte Van Hoytema is co-host of The Scream! Podcast and Horror Soup , Caleb Soup! References: Hoyte van Hoytema in American Cinematographer Tomas Alfredson in Twitch Tomas Alfredson in Huffington Post Tomas Alfredson in Shock Till You Drop Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced, by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by AJ Fillari . Our intro song for Winter Hell is a mish mosh of soundtracks and dialogue clips that are pulled from horror films that take place in the frozen cold. Wendy Carlos and Rachel Elkind’s “Main Title” track for The Shining and Ennio Morricone’s composition for The Thing are the central themes you hear. The outro music is the ominous end credits song from The Shining called “Midnight and the Stars are You” by Ray Noble and His Orchestra with vocals by Al Bowlly. Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich , you can purchase her work at society6.com/francescavolerich . If you'd like to advertise with us, or sponsor us, please email: Contact@EyeOfTheDuckPod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Feb 7, 2022

This week we are joined by Alaina Urquhart-White and Ash Kelley of Morbid: A True Crime Podcast (!!!!!!!) to explore the disturbed and barbaric mind of Annie Wilkes in MISERY. Grab a mallet, hop into bed, and strap your ankles into a wooden brace for a hobblin' good time 😈 References: Rob Reiner Takes on Misery Rob Reiner Enjoying his Misery Misery 4K Blu-Ray Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced, by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Dom Nero. Our intro song for Winter Hell is a mish mosh of soundtracks and dialogue clips that are pulled from horror films that take place in the frozen cold. Wendy Carlos and Rachel Elkind’s “Main Title” track for The Shining and Ennio Morricone’s composition for The Thing are the central themes you hear. The outro music is the ominous end credits song from The Shining called “Midnight and the Stars are You” by Ray Noble and His Orchestra with vocals by Al Bowlly. Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich , you can purchase her work at society6.com/francescavolerich . If you'd like to advertise with us, or sponsor us, please email: Contact@EyeOfTheDuckPod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jan 24, 2022

This week we're discussing a film that *should* be a fucking classic. There should be action figures. Midnight screenings. An Arrow Films box set. But this film barely exists anymore. It's not just "TAKEN with wolves." It's THE GREY. And it rules. Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced, by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by AJ Filari. Our intro song for Winter Hell is a mish mosh of soundtracks and dialogue clips that are pulled from horror films that take place in the frozen cold. Wendy Carlos and Rachel Elkind’s “Main Title” track for The Shining and Ennio Morricone’s composition for The Thing are the central themes you hear. The outro music is the ominous end credits song from The Shining called “Midnight and the Stars are You” by Ray Noble and His Orchestra with vocals by Al Bowlly. Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich , you can purchase her work at society6.com/francescavolerich . If you'd like to advertise with us, or sponsor us, please email: Contact@EyeOfTheDuckPod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jan 17, 2022

This week we trade the Overlook Hotel for the ghoul-infested, bleeding walls of Allerdale Hall in CRIMSON PEAK. Joining us to set the record straight on all things gothic horror is SlashFilm news editor and critic Hoai-Tran Bui! References: The House is Alive - Constructing Crimson Peak Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced, by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Dom Nero. Our intro song for Winter Hell is a mish mosh of soundtracks and dialogue clips that are pulled from horror films that take place in the frozen cold. Wendy Carlos and Rachel Elkind’s “Main Title” track for The Shining and Ennio Morricone’s composition for The Thing are the central themes you hear. The outro music is the ominous end credits song from The Shining called “Midnight and the Stars are You” by Ray Noble and His Orchestra with vocals by Al Bowlly. Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich , you can purchase her work at society6.com/francescavolerich . If you'd like to advertise with us, or sponsor us, please email: Contact@EyeOfTheDuckPod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jan 10, 2022

This week our frozen horror series continues with the impossible SHINING sequel that somehow succeeds not only as a continuation to the Kubrick film, but also as a powerful story in its own right, DOCTOR SLEEP. Wakey, wakey… References: From Shining to Sleep Doctor Sleep: Making Of - A New Vision Mike Flanagan in Slashfilm Inside ‘The Shining’ Sequel ‘Doctor Sleep’: A Spooky-as-Hell Tribute to Stanley Kubrick and Stephen King Rebecca Ferguson Joins Ewan McGregor in ‘The Shining’ Sequel Mike Flanagan To Helm Stephen King’s ‘The Shining’ Sequel ‘Doctor Sleep’ Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced, by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by AJ Filari. Our intro song for Winter Hell is a mish mosh of soundtracks and dialogue clips that are pulled from horror films that take place in the frozen cold. Wendy Carlos and Rachel Elkind’s “Main Title” track for The Shining and Ennio Morricone’s composition for The Thing are the central themes you hear. The outro music is the ominous end credits song from The Shining called “Midnight and the Stars are You” by Ray Noble and His Orchestra with vocals by Al Bowlly. Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich , you can purchase her work at society6.com/francescavolerich . If you'd like to advertise with us, or sponsor us, please email: Contact@EyeOfTheDuckPod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jan 3, 2022

Our winter miniseries about frozen ghouls and icy murderers begins today (!!) with...THE SHINING. Kubrick's seminal 1980 hedge maze of a horror film is despairingly cold, trapped indoors, and cursed with cabin fever. It's the ultimate WINTER HELL movie. References: Making The Shining: A Film by Vivian Kubrick View from the Overlook: Crafting the Shining The Visions of Stanley Kubrick Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced, by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Dom Nero. Our intro song for Winter Hell is a mish mosh of soundtracks and dialogue clips that are pulled from horror films that take place in the frozen cold. Wendy Carlos and Rachel Elkind’s “Main Title” track for The Shining and Ennio Morricone’s composition for The Thing are the central themes you hear. The outro music is the ominous end credits song from The Shining called “Midnight and the Stars are You” by Ray Noble and His Orchestra with vocals by Al Bowlly. Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich , you can purchase her work at society6.com/francescavolerich . If you'd like to advertise with us, or sponsor us, please email: Contact@EyeOfTheDuckPod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dec 27, 2021

It was…a year! Movies came back in a weird way this year and we wanted to spend the last episode of 2021 exploring some of our favorites. ***New miniseries announcement incoming!! Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, produced, by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Dom Nero. Our theme song, Snowflake, is written by Jesse Lewis and comes from his album, Atticus . You can find out more about Jesse at JesseLewisMusic.com . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich , you can purchase her work at society6.com/francescavolerich . If you'd like to advertise with us, or sponsor us, please email: Contact@EyeOfTheDuckPod.com And next time you watch a movie, remember to keep your eye on the duck. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dec 20, 2021

It’s the end of an era (our last true crime film of our miniseries!) so we’re exploring ONCE UPON A TIME IN HOLLYWOOD, a movie that’s obsessed with times that are a-changin’. Thanks everyone for listening along! And special thanks to Criminal Content for partnering with us on this series. References: Tarantino in GameSpot OUaTiH at Cannes Esquire Cover Story THR Report on the Sony Deal The Third Act Safe Burt Reynolds Charlie Day Ling in Polygon Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced, by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by AJ Fillari . Scene of the Crime is a Production of Criminal Content . Our theme song for is lovingly ripped from Ennio Morricone’s soundtrack for the 1987 film, The Untouchables, with some key lines from iconic America crime movies sprinkled in. The outro music is from 1972 film The Life and Times of Judge Roy Bean. Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich , you can purchase her work at society6.com/francescavolerich . If you'd like to advertise with us, or sponsor us, please email: Contact@EyeOfTheDuckPod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dec 13, 2021

On this episode of SCENE OF THE CRIME, we consider the film that imagines, 𝘞𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘪𝘧 𝘔𝘢𝘤 𝘧𝘳𝘰𝘮 𝘈𝘓𝘞𝘈𝘠𝘚 𝘚𝘜𝘕𝘕𝘠 𝘮𝘢𝘥𝘦 𝘎𝘖𝘖𝘋𝘍𝘌𝘓𝘓𝘈𝘚? It's PAIN AND GAIN, with our special guest Hard Drive co-creator and editor-in-chief, Jeremy Kaplowitz. References: Pain & Gain - 'Sun Gym Gang' Featurette PAIN & GAIN Interview: Mark Wahlberg, Dwayne Johnson, Anthony Mackie, Tony Shaloub, Ken Jeong & Paly Mark Wahlberg & Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson Interview | Pain & Gain Pain & Gain | Featurette | Beefing Up Back to Basics Pain & Gain - Redemption Song Pain & Gain Fact and Fiction Ed Dubois Interview What is Bayhem? Every Frame a Painting Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced, by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by AJ Fillari . Scene of the Crime is a Production of Criminal Content . Our theme song for is lovingly ripped from Ennio Morricone’s soundtrack for the 1987 film, The Untouchables, with some key lines from iconic America crime movies sprinkled in. The outro music is from 1972 film The Life and Times of Judge Roy Bean. Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich , you can purchase her work at society6.com/francescavolerich . If you'd like to advertise with us, or sponsor us, please email: Contact@EyeOfTheDuckPod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dec 6, 2021

This week's episode of our true crime miniseries is on FORGETTING SARAH MARSHALL. Why? Because, due to some holiday conflicts, life handed us lemons, so we said fuck the lemons, and bailed. Also, love is technically a crime. References: The Story Behind The Puppet Musical in Forgetting Sarah Marshall Sarah Marshall Marketing in NPR Jason Segel's Mother on his Nudity Fifteen Things You Didn't Know About Sarah Marshall Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced, by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by AJ Fillari . Scene of the Crime is a Production of Criminal Content . Our theme song for is lovingly ripped from Ennio Morricone’s soundtrack for the 1987 film, The Untouchables, with some key lines from iconic America crime movies sprinkled in. The outro music is from 1972 film The Life and Times of Judge Roy Bean. Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich , you can purchase her work at society6.com/francescavolerich . If you'd like to advertise with us, or sponsor us, please email: Contact@EyeOfTheDuckPod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nov 29, 2021

Hello criminals and those who seek the truth in crime!! This week’s episode is all about Fincher’s ZODIAC. Joining us is none other than Blake Howard of One Heat Minute Productions to help us break down the film, scene by scene, minute by minute! References: Zodiac Deciphered The Visual Effects of Zodiac Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced, by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by AJ Fillari . Scene of the Crime is a Production of Criminal Content . Our theme song for is lovingly ripped from Ennio Morricone’s soundtrack for the 1987 film, The Untouchables, with some key lines from iconic America crime movies sprinkled in. The outro music is from 1972 film The Life and Times of Judge Roy Bean. Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich , you can purchase her work at society6.com/francescavolerich . If you'd like to advertise with us, or sponsor us, please email: Contact@EyeOfTheDuckPod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nov 22, 2021

This week, we are joined by Reyna Cervantes to talk about what happens when a (very good!!) film's "Oscar bait" reputation ends up actually damaging its legacy. Why did we all forget about MONSTER? Why aren't we talking more about MONSTER? References Based on a True Story: The Making of Monster Patty Jenkins and Charlize Theron on Charlie Rose The Toronto Star: When Charlize Theron mined a deep well of darkness to take grim lead in Monster Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced, by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by AJ Fillari . Scene of the Crime is a Production of Criminal Content . Our theme song for is lovingly ripped from Ennio Morricone’s soundtrack for the 1987 film, The Untouchables, with some key lines from iconic America crime movies sprinkled in. The outro music is from 1972 film The Life and Times of Judge Roy Bean. Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich , you can purchase her work at society6.com/francescavolerich . If you'd like to advertise with us, or sponsor us, please email: Contact@EyeOfTheDuckPod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nov 15, 2021

𝘼𝙨 𝙛𝙖𝙧 𝙗𝙖𝙘𝙠 𝙖𝙨 𝙬𝙚 𝙘𝙖𝙣 𝙧𝙚𝙢𝙚𝙢𝙗𝙚𝙧, 𝙬𝙚 𝙖𝙡𝙬𝙖𝙮𝙨 𝙬𝙖𝙣𝙩𝙚𝙙 𝙩𝙤 𝙝𝙖𝙫𝙚 𝙖 𝙥𝙤𝙙𝙘𝙖𝙨𝙩. It's GOODFELLAS featuring the great Danielle Sepulveres on our True Crime miniseries this week! References: GQ's Oral History of GoodFellas Getting Made: The Making of GoodFellas Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced, by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by AJ Fillari . Scene of the Crime is a Production of Criminal Content . Our theme song for is lovingly ripped from Ennio Morricone’s soundtrack for the 1987 film, The Untouchables, with some key lines from iconic America crime movies sprinkled in. The outro music is from 1972 film The Life and Times of Judge Roy Bean. Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich , you can purchase her work at society6.com/francescavolerich . If you'd like to advertise with us, or sponsor us, please email: Contact@EyeOfTheDuckPod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nov 8, 2021

This week we enlist the help of James III to figure out why the hell SUMMER OF SAM is so unappreciated. References: Spike Lee interview on "Summer of Sam" Jon Leguizamo "Summer Of Sam" 1999 - Bobbie Wygant Archive Touchstone and Beyond: A History of Disney’s “Summer of Sam” Spike Lee’s ‘Summer Of Sam’ Is The Forgotten Masterpiece of 1999 Summer of Sam Review by Roger Ebert Plugs: Black Men Can't Jump [In Hollywood] Astronomy Club on Netflix Laundry Night on CryptTV Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced, by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by AJ Fillari . Scene of the Crime is a Production of Criminal Content . This episode was edited by Dom Nero. Our theme song for is lovingly ripped from Ennio Morricone’s soundtrack for the 1987 film, The Untouchables, with some key lines from iconic America crime movies sprinkled in. The outro music is from 1972 film The Life and Times of Judge Roy Bean. Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich , you can purchase her work at society6.com/francescavolerich . If you'd like to advertise with us, or sponsor us, please email: Contact@EyeOfTheDuckPod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Oct 31, 2021

Hello Clarice. For this week’s episode, we spoke with Vox culture writer Aja Romano about the complex and thorny legacy of SILENCE OF THE LAMBS. Happy Halloween! References: Understanding Silence of the Lambs’ complicated cultural legacy by Aja Romano Inside the Labyrinth: The Making of Silence of the Lambs Box Office Mojo Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced, by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . Scene of the Crime is a Production of Criminal Content . This episode was edited by AJ Fillari . Our theme song for is lovingly ripped from Ennio Morricone’s soundtrack for the 1987 film, The Untouchables, with some key lines from iconic America crime movies sprinkled in. The outro music is from 1972 film The Life and Times of Judge Roy Bean. Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich , you can purchase her work at society6.com/francescavolerich . If you'd like to advertise with us, or sponsor us, please email: Contact@EyeOfTheDuckPod.com And next time you watch a movie, remember to keep your eye on the duck. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Oct 25, 2021

This week our true crime series continues with a fairy tale about 1920s Chicago, gangsters, and the fantasy of Elliot Ness. It’s THE UNTOUCHABLES with our dear friend Stephen Hilger from Into the Aether ! References: From The Blu-Ray: The Untouchables Anniversary Edition The Untouchables: The Script, The Cast The Untouchables: Production Stories The Untouchables: Reinventing the Genre De Palma in CBC Pauline Kael on The Untouchables Box Office Mojo Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced, by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . Scene of the Crime is a Production of Criminal Content . This episode was edited by Dom Nero. Our theme song for is lovingly ripped from Ennio Morricone’s soundtrack for the 1987 film, The Untouchables, with some key lines from iconic America crime movies sprinkled in. The outro music is from 1972 film The Life and Times of Judge Roy Bean. Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich , you can purchase her work at society6.com/francescavolerich . If you'd like to advertise with us, or sponsor us, please email: Contact@EyeOfTheDuckPod.com And next time you watch a movie, remember to keep your eye on the duck. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Oct 18, 2021

𝘼𝙏𝙏𝙄𝘾𝘼!! This week our true crime series continues with the sweatiest and most heartbreaking bank heist in Brooklyn history, DOG DAY AFTERNOON. Joining us is screenwriter and Sidney Lumet expert, CD Carpenter. References: From the Blu-Ray: Dog Day Afternoon 40th Anniversary The Story Casting the Controversy Recreating the Facts After the Filming Lumet: Film Maker Audio Commentary Box Office Mojo Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced, by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . Scene of the Crime is a Production of Criminal Content . This episode was edited by AJ Fillari . Our theme song for is lovingly ripped from Ennio Morricone’s soundtrack for the 1987 film, The Untouchables, with some key lines from iconic America crime movies sprinkled in. The outro music is from 1972 film The Life and Times of Judge Roy Bean. Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich , you can purchase her work at society6.com/francescavolerich . If you'd like to advertise with us, or sponsor us, please email: Contact@EyeOfTheDuckPod.com And next time you watch a movie, remember to keep your eye on the duck. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Oct 11, 2021

This week we’re kicking off our true crime miniseries with THE MANY SAINTS OF NEWARK featuring two special guests the cast of THE SOPRANOS: Joe Perrino (now Vincent on Power) and Robert Iler (aka AJ freakin Soprano!!!) Bada bing baby! References: David Chase in Deadline David Chase in Games Radar David Chase in Deadline David Chase in Roger Ebert Alan Taylor in The Hollywood Reporter Alan Taylor in Collider Alan Taylor in NME Michael Gandolfini in Esquire Michael Gandolfini in AV Club Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced, by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . Scene of the Crime is a Production of Criminal Content . This episode was edited by AJ Fillari . Our theme song for is lovingly ripped from Ennio Morricone’s soundtrack for the 1987 film, The Untouchables, with some key lines from iconic America crime movies sprinkled in. The outro music is from 1972 film The Life and Times of Judge Roy Bean. Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich , you can purchase her work at society6.com/francescavolerich . If you'd like to advertise with us, or sponsor us, please email: Contact@EyeOfTheDuckPod.com And next time you watch a movie, remember to keep your eye on the duck. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Oct 4, 2021

This week we're introducing our new miniseries sponsored by Criminal Content! For the next 2 months, Eye of the Duck will be devoted to classic films based on real crime stories. Welcome to Scene of the Crime. Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced, by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . Scene of the Crime is a Production of Criminal Content . This episode was edited by Dom Nero. Our theme song for is lovingly ripped from Ennio Morricone’s soundtrack for the 1987 film, The Untouchables, with some key lines from iconic America crime movies sprinkled in. The outro music is from 1972 film The Life and Times of Judge Roy Bean. Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich , you can purchase her work at society6.com/francescavolerich . If you'd like to advertise with us, or sponsor us, please email: Contact@EyeOfTheDuckPod.com And next time you watch a movie, remember to keep your eye on the duck. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sep 27, 2021

The very wholesome and good SCHOOL OF ROCK is on Netflix now, so we used this opportunity as an excuse to rewatch the film and devote our last episode of September to it. Big announcements about October/November to come soon!!!! References: Lessons Learned in School of Rock 15 Years Later: The Oral History of School of Rock A Brief History of ‘School of Rock’, The Best Music Movie of the 21st Century Box Office Mojo Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, produced, by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Dom Nero. Our theme song, Snowflake, is written by Jesse Lewis and comes from his album, Atticus . You can find out more about Jesse at JesseLewisMusic.com . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich , you can purchase her work at society6.com/francescavolerich . If you'd like to advertise with us, or sponsor us, please email: Contact@EyeOfTheDuckPod.com And next time you watch a movie, remember to keep your eye on the duck. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sep 20, 2021

We're so stoked for THE MATRIX 4 that we had to do an episode on a Wachowski film. This week we talk about SPEED RACER and what video editing is like when there are no rules, with Adult Swim and ERIC ANDRE SHOW editor, Jonathan Kramer . Rex Racer was right!! References: The Making of Speed Racer Speed Racer to Become a Film Speed Racer is Back on Track Joel Silver in IGN Speed Racer Film Funds Speed Racer Casting Sony F23 Brochure Box Office Mojo Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, produced, by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Dom Nero. Our theme song, Snowflake, is written by Jesse Lewis and comes from his album, Atticus . You can find out more about Jesse at JesseLewisMusic.com . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich , you can purchase her work at society6.com/francescavolerich . If you'd like to advertise with us, or sponsor us, please email: Contact@EyeOfTheDuckPod.com And next time you watch a movie, remember to keep your eye on the duck. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sep 13, 2021

This week, we talk Sam Raimi, Marvel's upcoming NO WAY HOME, Alfred Molina, Spider-Variants, and the one, true Spider-Man of our generation– the brilliant (but lazy) Tobey Maguire in SPIDER-MAN 2!! Hello, Peter. References: Tobey Maguire and Alfred Molina in IGN Sam Raimi for BBC VH1 Goes Behind Spider-Man Tobey Maguire's Screen Test Danny Elfman in CHUD via Force.net Craft Services Podcast Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, produced, by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Dom Nero. Our theme song, Snowflake, is written by Jesse Lewis and comes from his album, Atticus . You can find out more about Jesse at JesseLewisMusic.com . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich , you can purchase her work at society6.com/francescavolerich . If you'd like to advertise with us, or sponsor us, please email: Contact@EyeOfTheDuckPod.com And next time you watch a movie, remember to keep your eye on the duck. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Aug 30, 2021

This week we bid farewell to our son (the Xenomorph) with Sarah Welch Larson, author of "Becoming Alien: The Beginning and End of Evil in Science Fiction's Most Idiosyncratic Film Franchise." This is a podcast about movies, and the scenes that make them special. Usually on our show, we explore a film we love, a new release, or ask our guests to bring a movie they can’t wait to talk about. But this week, and throughout the summer, we’re devoting our show to 20th Century Fox’s Alien Franchise. Show notes: (all timestamps are approximate) Intro (00:00-01:19) Introducing Sarah Welch Larson (01:19-07:52) Exploring the Alien Franchise through a feminist theological lens (07:52-22:42) Good Science Fiction (22:42-27:14) Sexuality in Alien Resurrection (27:14-32:37) Sarah's Eye of the Franchise (32:37-38:45) Adam's Eye of the Franchise (38:45-44:48) Dom's Eye of the Franchise (44:48-50:56) Vs. Predator (50:56-54:04) Ranking the Aliens (54:04-56:01) Adam's Ranking (56:01-01:01:30) Sarah's Ranking (01:01:30-01:06:07) Dom's Ranking (01:06:07-01:12:44) Goodnight Sweet Prince (01:12:44-01:21:48) Outro (01:21:48-01:24:09) Sarah's Work: Becoming Alien: The Beginning and End of Evil in Science Fiction's Most Idiosyncratic Film Franchise (Signed Paperback) Becoming Alien: The Beginning and End of Evil in Science Fiction's Most Idiosyncratic Film Franchise (from the Company) Women, Aliens, and Dangerous Things: Female Bodies in Alien 3 I Thought You Were Dead: Resurrecting the Alien Franchise as a Farce Look on My Works, Ye Mighty, and Despair Don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe! Find us online at: www.EyeOfTheDuckPod.com Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd . Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, produced, by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by AJ Fillari . Our theme song for Xenomorph Summer is lovingly ripped from Jerry Goldsmith’s Alien score, with some elements from Elliot Goldenthal’s soundtrack for Alien 3 sprinkled in. Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich and was adapted from an illustration by Roisin Marsh. You can purchase Francesca's work at society6.com/francescavolerich . You can support Rosin's work at: https://t.co/X888U1R1vv?amp=1 and support them: https://ko-fi.com/alopex If you'd like to advertise with us, or sponsor us, please email: Contact@EyeOfTheDuckPod.com And next time you watch a movie, remember to keep your eye on the duck. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Aug 23, 2021

This week we investigate Ridley Scott's " Alien Covenant " (2017) with Scott Wampler ( The King Cast ), and search for the scene at its center. This is a podcast about movies, and the scenes that make them special. Usually on our show, we explore a film we love, a new release, or ask our guests to bring a movie they can’t wait to talk about. But this week, and throughout the summer, we’re devoting our show to 20th Century Fox’s Alien Franchise. Show notes: (all timestamps are approximate) Intro (00:00-01:19) Introducing Scott Wampler (01:19-02:18) What we talk about when we talk about Alien Covenant (02:18-20:34) A brief and incomplete history of Alien Covenant (20:34-31:56) Scott's Scene (31:56-43:20) Dom's Scene (43:20-48:21) Adam's Scene (48:21-58:47) Closing Thoughts (58:47-01:13:33) Outro (01:13:33-01:06:16) Don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe! Find us online at: www.EyeOfTheDuckPod.com Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd . Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, produced, by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Dom Nero. Our theme song for Xenomorph Summer is lovingly ripped from Jerry Goldsmith’s Alien score, with some elements from Elliot Goldenthal’s soundtrack for Alien 3 sprinkled in. Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich and was adapted from an illustration by Roisin Marsh. You can purchase Francesca's work at society6.com/francescavolerich . You can support Rosin's work at: https://t.co/X888U1R1vv?amp=1 and support them: https://ko-fi.com/alopex If you'd like to advertise with us, or sponsor us, please email: Contact@EyeOfTheDuckPod.com And next time you watch a movie, remember to keep your eye on the duck. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Aug 16, 2021

This week we investigate Ridley Scott's " Prometheus " (2012), and search for the scene at its center. This is a podcast about movies, and the scenes that make them special. Usually on our show, we explore a film we love, a new release, or ask our guests to bring a movie they can’t wait to talk about. But this week, and throughout the summer, we’re devoting our show to 20th Century Fox’s Alien Franchise. Show notes: (all timestamps are approximate) Intro (00:00-01:19) What we talk about when we talk about Prometheus (01:19-35:50) A brief and incomplete history of Prometheus (35:50-50:27) Dom's Scene (50:27-68:11) Adam's Scene (01:08:11-01:23:04) Closing Thoughts (01:23:04-01:43:28) Outro (01:43:28-01:45:10) Don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe! References: Gizmodo - 10 Things You Didn't Know About the Making of "Prometheus" Rejects - 40 Things We Learned from the ‘Prometheus’ Commentary (For those without Blu-Rays) A Ghost Story - Monologue IGN - AVP Killed Alien 5 Find us online at: www.EyeOfTheDuckPod.com Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd . Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, produced, by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Dom Nero. Our theme song for Xenomorph Summer is lovingly ripped from Jerry Goldsmith’s Alien score, with some elements from Elliot Goldenthal’s soundtrack for Alien 3 sprinkled in. Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich and was adapted from an illustration by Roisin Marsh. You can purchase Francesca's work at society6.com/francescavolerich . You can support Rosin's work at: https://t.co/X888U1R1vv?amp=1 and support them: https://ko-fi.com/alopex If you'd like to advertise with us, or sponsor us, please email: Contact@EyeOfTheDuckPod.com And next time you watch a movie, remember to keep your eye on the duck. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Aug 9, 2021

This week we are taking a quick (but mythical) detour away from Xenomorph Summer to explore some stunning scenes in one of 2021’s most ambitiously layered films, THE GREEN KNIGHT. Show notes: (all timestamps are approximate) Intro (00:00-00:36) Eye of the Duck at the Movies (00:36-05:03) What we talk about when we talk about The Green Knight (05:03-18:39) What happens in this movie? (18:39-50:05) A brief and incomplete history of The Green Knight (47:19-50:05) The Scenes (50:05-01:21:02) Outro (01:21:02-01:22:26) References: Director David Lowery on The Green Knight’s Eerie Influences SXSW 2020 canceled due to coronavirus Fantasy Epic ‘The Green Knight’ Starring Barry Keoghan Filming in Ireland Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, produced, by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by AJ Fillari. Our theme song, Snowflake, is written by Jesse Lewis and comes from his album, Atticus . You can find out more about Jesse at JesseLewisMusic.com . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich , you can purchase her work at society6.com/francescavolerich . If you'd like to advertise with us, or sponsor us, please email: Contact@EyeOfTheDuckPod.com And next time you watch a movie, remember to keep your eye on the duck. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Aug 2, 2021

This week we investigate Creative Assembly's " Alien Isolation " (2014) with Andy Kelly ( PC Gamer ), and search for the scene at its center. This is a podcast about movies, and the scenes that make them special. Usually on our show, we explore a film we love, a new release, or ask our guests to bring a movie they can’t wait to talk about. But this week, and throughout the summer, we’re devoting our show to 20th Century Fox’s Alien Franchise. Show notes: (all timestamps are approximate) Intro (00:00-02:22) Introducing Andy Kelly (02:22-03:30) What we talk about when we talk about Alien Isolation (03:30-34:28) A brief and incomplete history of Alien Isolation (34:28-47:43) For the fans/fan service (47:43-52:23) Andy's Scene (52:23-57:51) Dom's Scene (57:51-01:00:28) Adam's Scene (01:00:28-01:07:17) Closing Thoughts (01:07:17-01:08:21) Outro (01:08:21-01:10:46) References: Andy Kelly: The Making of Alien Isolation Andy Kelly: Alien Isolation's Lost Intro Sequence Andy Kelly: Why I love the Lo-Fi Tech of Alien Isolation Andy Kelly: What I want from Alien Isolation 2 Andy Kelly: Addressing Criticism of Alien Isolation Why Sigourney Weaver Returned as Ripley in Alien Isolation 18 Things We Learned About Alien Isolation Blade Runner captures the atmosphere of the movie perfectly Find us online at: www.EyeOfTheDuckPod.com Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd . Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, produced, by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Dom Nero. Our theme song for Xenomorph Summer is lovingly ripped from Jerry Goldsmith’s Alien score, with some elements from Elliot Goldenthal’s soundtrack for Alien 3 sprinkled in. Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich and was adapted from an illustration by Roisin Marsh. You can purchase Francesca's work at society6.com/francescavolerich . You can support Rosin's work at: https://t.co/X888U1R1vv?amp=1 and support them: https://ko-fi.com/alopex If you'd like to advertise with us, or sponsor us, please email: Contact@EyeOfTheDuckPod.com And next time you watch a movie, remember to keep your eye on the duck. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jul 26, 2021

This week we investigate Mel Brooks ' " Spaceballs " (1987) with Griffin Newman ( Blank Check with Griffin & David , Masters of the Universe: Revelation , The George Lucas Talk Show , The Tick ), and search for the scene at its center. This is a podcast about movies, and the scenes that make them special. Usually on our show, we explore a film we love, a new release, or ask our guests to bring a movie they can’t wait to talk about. But this week, and throughout the summer, we’re devoting our show to 20th Century Fox’s Alien Franchise. Intro (00:00-01:19) Spaceballs? (01:19-03:06) Introducing Griffin Newman (03:06-03:30) What we talk about when we talk about Spaceballs (03:30-54:23) A brief and incomplete history of Spaceballs (54:23-01:26:06) Griffin and Adam's Scene (01:26:06-01:36:08) Dom's Scene (01:36:08-01:42:23) Closing Thoughts (01:42:23-01:58:16) Griffin the Lunchbox! (01:58:16-02:06:19) Outro (02:06:19-02:08:41) Don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe! References: Spaceballs: The Documentary Spaceballs (1987) - In Conversation: Mel Brooks & Thomas Meehan Interview Behind the Scenes Mel Brooks Star Wars Spoof Movie Mel Brooks in the AV Club John Hurt in the AV Club Bill Pullman in The Hollywood Reporter Find us online at: www.EyeOfTheDuckPod.com Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd . Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by AJ Fillari . Our theme song for Xenomorph Summer is lovingly ripped from Jerry Goldsmith’s Alien score, with some elements from Elliot Goldenthal’s soundtrack for Alien 3 sprinkled in. Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich and was adapted from an illustration by Roisin Marsh. You can purchase Francesca's work at society6.com/francescavolerich . You can support Rosin's work at: https://t.co/X888U1R1vv?amp=1 and support them: https://ko-fi.com/alopex If you'd like to advertise with us, or sponsor us, please email: Contact@EyeOfTheDuckPod.com And next time you watch a movie, remember to keep your eye on the duck. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jul 19, 2021

This week we investigate The Brothers Strause's " Aliens vs. Predator Requiem " (2007) with Warren Chao ( Pop Culture Party People ), and search for the scene at its center. This is a podcast about movies, and the scenes that make them special. Usually on our show, we explore a film we love, a new release, or ask our guests to bring a movie they can’t wait to talk about. But this week, and throughout the summer, we’re devoting our show to 20th Century Fox’s Alien Franchise. Show notes: (all timestamps are approximate) Intro (00:00-01:19) Warren Returns (01:19-01:39) What we talk about when we talk about AVPR (07:34-26:22) A brief and incomplete history of AVPR (26:22-33:39) Pushing Boundaries (33:39-36:08) The Scenes (36:08-56:27) Closing Thoughts (56:27-01:08:47) Outro (01:08:47-01:11:32) Don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe! References: How Hollywood’s ‘Alien’ and ‘Predator’ movies reinforce anti-Black racism 'AVP-R': The Strause Brothers Strike Back 'ALIEN VS. PREDATOR' SEQUEL'S R-RATED SECRETS REVEALED: 'BREAKING RULES IS A GOOD THING' Find us online at: www.EyeOfTheDuckPod.com Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd . Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Dom Nero. Our theme song for Xenomorph Summer is lovingly ripped from Jerry Goldsmith’s Alien score, with some elements from Elliot Goldenthal’s soundtrack for Alien 3 sprinkled in. Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich and was adapted from an illustration by Roisin Marsh. You can purchase Francesca's work at society6.com/francescavolerich . You can support Rosin's work at: https://t.co/X888U1R1vv?amp=1 and support them: https://ko-fi.com/alopex If you'd like to advertise with us, or sponsor us, please email: Contact@EyeOfTheDuckPod.com And next time you watch a movie, remember to keep your eye on the duck. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jul 12, 2021

This week we investigate Paul W.S. Anderson's " Alien vs. Predator " (2004) with Emily Gaudette ( SYFY ), and search for the scene at its center. This is a podcast about movies, and the scenes that make them special. Usually on our show, we explore a film we love, a new release, or ask our guests to bring a movie they can’t wait to talk about. But this week, and throughout the summer, we’re devoting our show to 20th Century Fox’s Alien Franchise. Show notes: (all timestamps are approximate) Intro (00:00-01:19) Introducing Emily Gaudette (01:19-01:39) Pick a side (01:39-07:34) What we talk about when we talk about AVP (07:34-29:46) A brief and incomplete history of AVP (29:46-33:46) Let them fight! (33:46-37:15) Adam's Scene (37:15-47:23) Emily's Scene (47:23-58:22) Dom's Scene (58:22-01:05:33) Closing Thoughts (01:05:33-01:18:50) Outro (01:18:50-01:20:39) Don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe! References: IGN: Anderson will Direct Aliens vs Predator IGN Film Force: Interview with AvP Director Paul Anderson Film Focus: Anderson on AvP Ain't it Cool News: James Cameron on AvP IGN: Interview with AvP Director Paul Anderson Empire Magazine: Ridley Scott on AvP Find us online at: www.EyeOfTheDuckPod.com Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd . Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, produced, and edited by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . Our theme song for Xenomorph Summer is lovingly ripped from Jerry Goldsmith’s Alien score, with some elements from Elliot Goldenthal’s soundtrack for Alien 3 sprinkled in. Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich and was adapted from an illustration by Roisin Marsh. You can purchase Francesca's work at society6.com/francescavolerich . You can support Rosin's work at: https://t.co/X888U1R1vv?amp=1 and support them: https://ko-fi.com/alopex If you'd like to advertise with us, or sponsor us, please email: Contact@EyeOfTheDuckPod.com And next time you watch a movie, remember to keep your eye on the duck. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jun 28, 2021

This week we are pausing our ALIEN series to explore Bo Burnham 's tragic, cathartic, and ultimately profound new Netflix special. INSIDE helped us feel less alone in our feelings about the past year–we hope this episode can do a bit of that for you too. Show notes: (all timestamps are approximate) Intro (00:00-00:57) Dom and Adam are Inside (00:57-02:37) Pandemic Art (02:37-08:29) The Mirror (08:29-20:28) Journals (13:18-27:34) Kids at the Birthday Party (27:34-39:06) Sustenance (39:06-47:00) An extremely brief and incomplete history of "Inside" (47:00-48:38) Form/Process/Result (48:38-56:28) Dom's scene (56:28-01:07:29) Adam's Scene (01:07:29-01:12:21) We've Got You Surrounded (01:12:21-01:17:54) Outro (01:17:54-01:19:25) Don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe! Find us online at: www.EyeOfTheDuckPod.com Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd . Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, produced, and edited by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . Our theme song, Snowflake, is written by Jesse Lewis and comes from his album, Atticus . You can find out more about Jesse at JesseLewisMusic.com . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich , you can purchase her work at society6.com/francescavolerich . If you'd like to advertise with us, or sponsor us, please email: Contact@EyeOfTheDuckPod.com And next time you watch a movie, remember to keep your eye on the duck. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jun 21, 2021

This week we investigate Jean-Pierre Jeunet's " Alien Resurrection " (1997) with Brian Collins ( Horror Movie a Day ), and search for the scene at its center. This is a podcast about movies, and the scenes that make them special. Usually on our show, we explore a film we love, a new release, or ask our guests to bring a movie they can’t wait to talk about. But this week, and throughout the summer, we’re devoting our show to 20th Century Fox’s Alien Franchise. Show notes: (all timestamps are approximate) Intro (00:00-01:19) Introducing Brian Collins (01:19-02:01) What we talk about when we talk about Alien Resurrection (02:01-22:17) A brief and incomplete history of Alien Resurrection (22:17-31:15) It all comes back to Fox (31:15-39:49) Adam's Scene (39:49-53:01) Brian's Scene (53:01-58:14) Dom's Scene (58:14-01:08:37) Life Cycles (01:08:37-01:11:05) One step beyond (01:11:05-01:21:15) Outro (01:21:15-01:23:54) References: One Step Beyond - The Making of Alien Resurrection Don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe! Find us online at: www.EyeOfTheDuckPod.com Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd . Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, produced, by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Dom Nero. Our theme song for Xenomorph Summer is lovingly ripped from Jerry Goldsmith’s Alien score, with some elements from Elliot Goldenthal’s soundtrack for Alien 3 sprinkled in. Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich and was adapted from an illustration by Roisin Marsh. You can purchase Francesca's work at society6.com/francescavolerich . You can support Rosin's work at: https://t.co/X888U1R1vv?amp=1 and support them: https://ko-fi.com/alopex If you'd like to advertise with us, or sponsor us, please email: Contact@EyeOfTheDuckPod.com And next time you watch a movie, remember to keep your eye on the duck. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jun 14, 2021

This week we investigate David Fincher's " Alien 3 " with Angie Han (Mashable), and search for the scene at its center. This is a podcast about movies, and the scenes that make them special. Usually on our show, we explore a film we love, a new release, or ask our guests to bring a movie they can’t wait to talk about. But this week, and throughout the summer, we’re devoting our show to 20th Century Fox’s Alien Franchise. Show notes: (all timestamps are approximate) Intro (00:00-01:31) Introducing Angie Han (01:31-02:22) Fine, but. (02:22-07:56) Three times the terror (07:56-17:39) A brief and incomplete history of Alien 3 (17:39-22:53) What we talk about when we talk about Alien 3 (22:53-42:31) Angie's Scene (42:31-45:17) Dom's Scene (45:17-47:34) Adam's Scene (47:34-52:17) Trauma (52:17-54:07) Legacy, Iconography, Intimacy (54:07-01:03:28) We think about it too much (01:03:28-01:05:28) Closing Thoughts (01:05:28-01:08:55) Outro (01:08:55-01:10:34) References: Wreckage and Rage: The Making of Alien 3 Don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe! Find us online at: www.EyeOfTheDuckPod.com Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd . Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, produced, by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Dom Nero. Our theme song for Xenomorph Summer is lovingly ripped from Jerry Goldsmith’s Alien score, with some elements from Elliot Goldenthal’s soundtrack for Alien 3 sprinkled in. Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich and was adapted from an illustration by Roisin Marsh. You can purchase Francesca's work at society6.com/francescavolerich . You can support Rosin's work at: https://t.co/X888U1R1vv?amp=1 and support them: https://ko-fi.com/alopex If you'd like to advertise with us, or sponsor us, please email: Contact@EyeOfTheDuckPod.com And next time you watch a movie, remember to keep your eye on the duck. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jun 7, 2021

This week we investigate James Cameron's " Aliens " (1986) with Clay Keller and Ryan Marker ( Screen Drafts ), and search for the scene at its center. This is a podcast about movies, and the scenes that make them special. Usually on our show, we explore a film we love, a new release, or ask our guests to bring a movie they can’t wait to talk about. But this week, and throughout the summer, we’re devoting our show to 20th Century Fox’s Alien Franchise. Show notes: (all timestamps are approximate) Intro (00:00-01:31) Introducing Clay Keller and Ryan Marker (01:31-12:31) This Time It's War (12:31-31:46) A brief and incomplete history of Alien$ (31:46-44:34) What we talk about when we talk about Aliens (44:34-47:53) Clay's Scene (47:53-53:16) Ryan's Scene (53:16-59:00) Adam's Scene (59:00-01:04:13) Dom's Scene (01:04:13-01:08:24) Bigger, Deeper, Different (01:08:24-01:10:10) Family, Mothers, Androids, Aliens (01:10:10-01:17:54) Kill Me (01:17:54-01:20:00) Closing Thoughts (01:20:00-01:21:48) Outro (01:21:48-01:25:16) References: Superior Firepower: The Making of Aliens: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V--gH9ayR-o Zombies, Aliens and Robots: Gale Anne Hurd on Her Greatest Hits: https://www.rollingstone.com/movies/movie-news/zombies-aliens-and-robots-gale-anne-hurd-on-her-greatest-hits-55081/ Don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe! Find us online at: www.EyeOfTheDuckPod.com Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd . Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, produced, by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by AJ Filari . Our theme song for Xenomorph Summer is lovingly ripped from Jerry Goldsmith’s Alien score, with some elements from Elliot Goldenthal’s soundtrack for Alien 3 sprinkled in. Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich and was adapted from an illustration by Roisin Marsh. You can purchase Francesca's work at society6.com/francescavolerich . You can support Rosin's work at: https://t.co/X888U1R1vv?amp=1 and support them: https://ko-fi.com/alopex If you'd like to advertise with us, or sponsor us, please email: Contact@EyeOfTheDuckPod.com And next time you watch a movie, remember to keep your eye on the duck. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

May 31, 2021

This week we investigate Ridley Scott's " Alien " (1979) with Mia Vicino ( BRAT ), and search for the scene at its center. This is a podcast about movies, and the scenes that make them special. Usually on our show, we explore a film we love, a new release, or ask our guests to bring a movie they can’t wait to talk about. But this week, and throughout the summer, we’re devoting our show to 20th Century Fox’s Alien Franchise. Show notes: (all timestamps are approximate) Intro (00:00-01:19) Tag Yourself (01:19-05:15) Introducing Mia Vicino (05:15-05:49) What we talk about when we talk about Alien (05:49-09:35) Backstory (09:35-13:07) Ships and Symbols (13:07-20:31) Not again! (20:31-24:25) Body Horror (24:25-32:19) The Perfect Organism (32:19-36:09) A brief and incomplete history of Alien (36:09-38:49) Crew Expendable (38:49-43:50) THE Scene (43:50-50:49) Oppression, Violence, and Revenge (50:49-53:49) Puppets, Guts, and Grime (53:49-59:18) The Alien Gaze (59:18-01:03:22) Kane's Son/Sum (01:03:22-01:04:55) Closing Thoughts (01:04:55-01:08:25) Outro (01:08:25-01:10:14) Don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe! Find us online at: www.EyeOfTheDuckPod.com Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd . Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced, by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Dom Nero. Our theme song for Xenomorph Summer is lovingly ripped from Jerry Goldsmith’s Alien score, with some elements from Elliot Goldenthal’s soundtrack for Alien 3 sprinkled in. Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich and was adapted from an illustration by Roisin Marsh. You can purchase Francesca's work at society6.com/francescavolerich . You can support Rosin's work at: https://t.co/X888U1R1vv?amp=1 and support them: https://ko-fi.com/alopex If you'd like to advertise with us, or sponsor us, please email: Contact@EyeOfTheDuckPod.com And next time you watch a movie, remember to keep your eye on the duck. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

May 24, 2021

Welcome to our first mini-series: Xenomorph Summer. Each week we'll explore an entry from 20th Century Fox's Alien franchise. This is a podcast about movies, and the scenes that make them special. Usually on our show, we explore a film we love, a new release, or ask our guests to bring a movie they can’t wait to talk about. But this week, and throughout the summer, we’re devoting our show to 20th Century Fox’s Alien Franchise. Show notes: (all timestamps are approximate) Intro (00:00-01:19) Welcome to Xenomorph Summer (01:19-10:20) The Line Up (10:20-40:31) Closing Thoughts (40:31-42:25) Outro (42:25-43:42) Don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe! Find us online at: www.EyeOfTheDuckPod.com Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd . Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, produced, by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Dom Nero. Our theme song for Xenomorph Summer is lovingly ripped from Jerry Goldsmith’s Alien score, with some elements from Elliot Goldenthal’s soundtrack for Alien 3 sprinkled in. Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich and was adapted from an illustration by Roisin Marsh. You can purchase Francesca's work at society6.com/francescavolerich . You can support Rosin's work at: https://t.co/X888U1R1vv?amp=1 and support them: https://ko-fi.com/alopex If you'd like to advertise with us, or sponsor us, please email: Contact@EyeOfTheDuckPod.com And next time you watch a movie, remember to keep your eye on the duck. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

May 17, 2021

This week we explore Brian De Palma's " Phantom of the Paradise " (1974) with Percia Verlin ( 11 Again ), and search for the scene at its center. Show notes: (all timestamps are approximate) Intro (00:00-00:36) Camp? (00:36-01:19) Introducing Percia Verlin (01:19-4:37) What we talk about when we talk about Phantom of the Paradise (4:37-10:03) Camp, B-Movies, and Musicals (10:03-17:35) George and Brian (17:35-19:14) A brief and incomplete history of Phantom of the Paradise (16:14-22:29) What happens in this film? (23:28-26:01) The Music (26:01-28:04) Percia's scene (28:04-34:53) Dom's scene (34:53-41:41) Adam's Scene (41:41-48:54) Artifice/Authenticity/Confusion (48:54-51:16) Paul Williams never fails (51:16-52:55) Adam's Blu-Ray Corner (52:55-54:46) Outro (54:46-56:31) A taste of things to come (56:31-56:57) References: Paradise Regained: Brian De Palma's Phantom of the Paradise: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0768835/ Phantom of the Paradise Perfectly Captures the Sinister Side of the Music Industry: https://pitchfork.com/thepitch/phantom-of-the-paradise-captures-the-sinister-side-of-the-music-industry/ Slate’s Flashback: https://slate.com/podcasts/flashback/2021/02/flashback-podcast-phantom-of-the-paradise-1974 Listen to Percia's show, 11 Again: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/11-again/id1521772246 Don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe! www.EyeOfTheDuckPod.com Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd . Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, produced, by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Dom Nero. Our theme song, Snowflake, is written by Jesse Lewis and comes from his album, Atticus . You can find out more about Jesse at JesseLewisMusic.com . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich , you can purchase her work at society6.com/francescavolerich . If you'd like to advertise with us, or sponsor us, please email: Contact@EyeOfTheDuckPod.com And next time you watch a movie, remember to keep your eye on the duck. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

May 10, 2021

This week we investigate David Lynch's " Lost Highway " (1997), and search for the scene at its center. Show notes: (all timestamps are approximate) Intro (00:00-00:39) A glitch in the simulation (00:39-02:33) What we talk about when we talk about "Lost Highway" (02:33-06:26) A brief and incomplete history of "Lost Highway" (06:26-13:18) What happens in this film? (13:18-33:40) Adam's scene (33:40-49:24) Dom's Scene (49:24-01:02:47) Further discussion (01:02:47-01:07:44) Outro (01:07:44-01:08:51) References: https://www.brightwalldarkroom.com/2016/04/04/who-are-you/ Don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe! Find us online at: www.EyeOfTheDuckPod.com Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd . Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, produced, and edited by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . Our theme song, Snowflake, is written by Jesse Lewis and comes from his album, Atticus . You can find out more about Jesse at JesseLewisMusic.com . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich , you can purchase her work at society6.com/francescavolerich . If you'd like to advertise with us, or sponsor us, please email: Contact@EyeOfTheDuckPod.com And next time you watch a movie, remember to keep your eye on the duck. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

May 4, 2021

This week we investigate George Lucas' "Star Wars" (1977) AKA "Star Wars - Episode IV: A New Hope" with Patrick Cotnoir ( George Lucas Talk Show ), and search for the scene at its center. Show notes: (all timestamps are approximate) Intro (00:00-00:36) May the 4th be with you (00:36-01:19) Introducing Patrick Cotnoir (01:19-02:11) What we talk about when we talk about Star Wars (02:11-05:57) Producing with Retired Filmmaker George Lucas (05:57-10:12) Detours? (10:12-16:14) A brief and incomplete history of Star Wars (16:14-23:28) Who is George Lucas? (23:28-27:16) Star Wars is never finished (27:16-34:59) Adam's scene (34:59-42:37) Dom's scene (42:37-48:39) Patrick's Scene (48:39-51:35) Did you ever the hear the tragedy of Darth Insaneous? (51:35-52:50) The comedy of George Lucas (52:50-57:32) The future of Star Wars (57:32-58:58) Will George Lucas do the George Lucas Talk Show? (58:58-01:01:46) Outro (01:01:46-01:03:20) References: Empire of Dreams: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vB1DA5jZdIQ The Beginning: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=da8s9m4zEpo The George Lucas Talk Show: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCH1XwfxXB--rl_Nqxvun8zQ Don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe! www.EyeOfTheDuckPod.com Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd . Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, produced, by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Dom Nero. Our theme song, Snowflake, is written by Jesse Lewis and comes from his album, Atticus . You can find out more about Jesse at JesseLewisMusic.com . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich , you can purchase her work at society6.com/francescavolerich . If you'd like to advertise with us, or sponsor us, please email: Contact@EyeOfTheDuckPod.com And next time you watch a movie, remember to keep your eye on the duck. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Apr 19, 2021

This week we investigate David Lynch's " Mulholland Drive " (2001) with Desmond Thorne ( Adventures in Black Cinema ), and search for the scene at its center. Show notes: (all timestamps are approximate) Intro (00:00-00:36) Who is your nemesis? (00:36-04:16) Introducing Desmond Thorne (04:16-04:39) We finally become The David Lynch Show (04:39-16:24) The David Lynch Cinematic Universe (16:24-20:20) Naomi Watts (20:20-23:08) ... Explained (23:08-25:39) "Mulholland Drive" Discussion (25:39-30:23) Adam's scene (30:23-37:44) Desmond's scene (37:44-45:58) Dom's scene (45:58-54:55) The Unsettling (52:30-01:02:07) Rewatch, Discuss, Repeat (01:02:07-01:04:23) Outro (01:04:23-01:06:11) Don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe! Desmond's Podcast: Adventures in Black Cinema www.EyeOfTheDuckPod.com Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd . Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, produced, by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Dom Nero. Our theme song, Snowflake, is written by Jesse Lewis and comes from his album, Atticus . You can find out more about Jesse at JesseLewisMusic.com . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich , you can purchase her work at society6.com/francescavolerich . If you'd like to advertise with us, or sponsor us, please email: Contact@EyeOfTheDuckPod.com And next time you watch a movie, remember to keep your eye on the duck. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Apr 12, 2021

This week we investigate The Wachowski's " The Matrix Reloaded " (2003) with Jefferson White (Yellowstone, The Twilight Zone, How to Get Away with Murder, Blindspot), and search for the scene at its center. Show notes: (all timestamps are approximate) Intro (00:00-00:36) Did you have a "Matrix" phase? (00:36-03:21) Jefferson White loves the Matrix Reloaded (03:21-06:51) The cost of "Elevated Action" (06:51-14:29) Acting for Action (14:29-17:35) Old School/New Tools (17:35-19:26) The price of "Elevated Action" (19:26-23:49) Riding the Highway (23:49-26:08) "The Matrix Reloaded" (26:08-28:32) Quiet Subversion (28:32-31:13) Jeff's scene (31:13-40:11) Adam's scene (40:11-59:39) Dom's scene (59:39-01:06:27) Religion as a super power (01:06:27-01:12:21) Outro (01:12:21-01:13:48) Don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe! References: Check out work from Jeff's company, Means of Productions (you might see a few things Adam has worked on too). We can't link a commentary track so this arcticle about Cornel West and the Matrix will have to do: The Intellectual and the Matrix Why VFX Companies are Going Broke Protests as Oscar-winning 'Life of Pi' VFX Studio Faces Bankruptcy Bill Pope on the Team Deakins Podcast Blank Check: The Matrix Reloaded Find us online at: www.EyeOfTheDuckPod.com Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd . Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, produced, and edited by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . Our theme song, Snowflake, is written by Jesse Lewis and comes from his album, Atticus . You can find out more about Jesse at JesseLewisMusic.com . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich , you can purchase her work at society6.com/francescavolerich . If you'd like to advertise with us, or sponsor us, please email: Contact@EyeOfTheDuckPod.com And next time you watch a movie, remember to keep your eye on the duck. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Apr 5, 2021

This week we investigate Adam Wingard 's " Godzilla vs. Kong " (2021) with Warren Chao (Pop Culture Party People), and search for the scene at its center. Show notes: (all timestamps are approximate) Intro (00:00-00:36) Screen "The Farewell" in IMAX you cowards! (00:36-01:54) Warren Chao, Friend of the Pod (01:54-03:27) When Kong Got His Groove Back (03:27-09:43) Titan Truth (09:43-20:41) Pure Chaos (20:41-25:21) "Godzilla vs Kong" Discussion (25:21-33:42) Let them fight! Seriously. Let them fight. (33:42-39:33) Warren's scene (39:33-43:54) Dom's scene (43:54-48:46) Adam's scene (48:46-52:30) Godzilla is the stronger monster, but Kong is the bigger man (52:30-57:05) What will become of the Monsterverse? (57:05-01:06:09) Outro (01:06:09-01:08:33) Don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe! Warren's Podcast: Pop Culture Party People Adam Wingard via RogerEbert.com Adam Wingard via Collider.com ‘Godzilla vs. Kong’ Director Adam Wingard Was Once Hand-Picked By Peter Jackson to Make a Sequel to 2005’s ‘King Kong’ Original 'Pirates of the Caribbean' Screenwriter on How a Budget Crisis Changed the Villains Find us online at: www.EyeOfTheDuckPod.com Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd . Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, produced, by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Dom Nero. Our theme song, Snowflake, is written by Jesse Lewis and comes from his album, Atticus . You can find out more about Jesse at JesseLewisMusic.com . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich , you can purchase her work at society6.com/francescavolerich . If you'd like to advertise with us, or sponsor us, please email: Contact@EyeOfTheDuckPod.com And next time you watch a movie, remember to keep your eye on the duck. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mar 29, 2021

This week we investigate Hideaki Anno's " Shin Godzilla " (2016), and search for the scene at its center. Show notes: (all timestamps are approximate) Intro (00:00-00:36) Where were you when the world was ending? (00:36-08:44) A brief and incomplete history of Godzilla (08:44-15:13) "Shin Godzilla" Discussion (15:13-20:27) Dom and Adam finally have the same scene (20:27-33:02) Nuclear Spectacle (33:02-37:24) Nationalism? (37:24-41:05) Wes Anderson's Gojira (41:05-44:44) It hurts because it's real (44:44-46:33) Suspension of disbelief (46:33-50:09) We made the laws, we made Godzilla (50:09-52:46) Outro (52:46-53:56) Don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe! Find us online at: www.EyeOfTheDuckPod.com Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd . Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, produced, and edited by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . Our theme song, Snowflake, is written by Jesse Lewis and comes from his album, Atticus . You can find out more about Jesse at JesseLewisMusic.com . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich , you can purchase her work at society6.com/francescavolerich . If you'd like to advertise with us, or sponsor us, please email: Contact@EyeOfTheDuckPod.com And next time you watch a movie, remember to keep your eye on the duck. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mar 22, 2021

This week we investigate " Zack Snyder's Justice League " AKA "The Snyder Cut" and search for the scene at its center. Show notes: (all timestamps are approximate) Intro (00:00-00:36) What we talk about when we talk about Justice League (00:36-21:42) "Zack Snyder's Justice League" discussion (21:42-33:11) Dom's scene (33:11-38:38) Adam's Scene (38:38-44:02) Further discussion (44:02-59:29) Outro (59:29-01:01:08) Don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe! Justice League: The Shocking, Exhilarating, Heartbreaking True Story of #TheSnyderCut Weta Visual Effects Interview: Zack Snyder's Justice League Zack Snyder Steps Down From 'Justice League' to Deal With Family Tragedy Find us online at: www.EyeOfTheDuckPod.com Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd . Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, produced, by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . This episode was edited by Dom Nero. Our theme song, Snowflake, is written by Jesse Lewis and comes from his album, Atticus . You can find out more about Jesse at JesseLewisMusic.com . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich , you can purchase her work at society6.com/francescavolerich . If you'd like to advertise with us, or sponsor us, please email: Contact@EyeOfTheDuckPod.com And next time you watch a movie, remember to keep your eye on the duck. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mar 15, 2021

This week we investigate Elaine May's " Ishtar " (1987) with Carrie Courogen (Bright Wall Dark Room), and search for the scene at its center. Show notes: (all timestamps are approximate) Intro (00:00-00:39) Dom's anecdote (00:39-03:11) Introducing Carrie (03:11-04:04) A brief history of Elaine May (04:04-24:11) Ishtar Discussion (24:11-33:41) Dom's Scene (33:41-39:55) Carrie's Scene (39:55-45:36) Adam's Scene (45:36-51:05) A Lawnmower Can Do All That (51:05-1:00:59) Outro (1:00:59-1:02:17) Don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe! Read Carrie's writing on Elaine May: Decades Later, the World Is Catching Up to Elaine May Elaine May Made Movies About Men, But Difficult Female Protagonists Dominate Her Stage Special thanks to John Mitchell for sharing " Waiting for Ishtar " with us! Find us online at: www.EyeOfTheDuckPod.com Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd . Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, produced, and edited by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . Our theme song, Snowflake, is written by Jesse Lewis and comes from his album, Atticus . You can find out more about Jesse at JesseLewisMusic.com . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich , you can purchase her work at society6.com/francescavolerich . If you'd like to advertise with us, or sponsor us, please email: Contact@EyeOfTheDuckPod.com And next time you watch a movie, remember to keep your eye on the duck. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mar 8, 2021

This week we investigate Sam Raimi's " Spider-Man " (2002) and search for the scene at its center. Show notes: (all timestamps are approximate) Intro (00:00-00:37) Dom's anecdote (00:37-03:16) Adam's anecdote (03:16-8:08) "Spider-Man" discussion (08:08-21:26) Dom's scene (21:26-25:31) Adam's Scene (25:31-31:47) Further discussion (31:47-48:48) Outro (48:48-50:10) Don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe! Find us online at: www.EyeOfTheDuckPod.com Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd . Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, produced, and edited by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . Our theme song, Snowflake, is written by Jesse Lewis and comes from his album, Atticus . You can find out more about Jesse at JesseLewisMusic.com . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich , you can purchase her work at society6.com/francescavolerich . If you'd like to advertise with us, or sponsor us, please email: Contact@EyeOfTheDuckPod.com And next time you watch a movie, remember to keep your eye on the duck. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mar 1, 2021

This week we investigate Hayao Miyazaki's " Porco Rosso " (1992) with Stephen Hilger and Brendon Bigley from Into the Aether , and search for the scene at its center. Show notes: (all timestamps are approximate) Intro (00:00-00:39) Dom's anecdote (00:39-02:01) Introducing Stephen and Brendan (02:01-03:01) Our Miyazaki Histories (03:01-06:02) The Eye of the Duck in Video Games (06:02-12:20) "Porco Rosso" Discussion (12:21-19:40) Stephen, Dom, and Adam's Scene (19:40-26:43) Brendon's Scene (26:43-34:43) Dom's 2nd Scene (34:43-41:20) Adam's 2nd Scene (41:20-50:25) The Podcast of Dreams and Madness (50:25-52:12) Outro (52:12-55:01) Don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe! Find us online at: www.EyeOfTheDuckPod.com Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd . Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, produced, and edited by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . Our theme song, Snowflake, is written by Jesse Lewis and comes from his album, Atticus . You can find out more about Jesse at JesseLewisMusic.com . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich , you can purchase her work at society6.com/francescavolerich . If you'd like to advertise with us, or sponsor us, please email: Contact@EyeOfTheDuckPod.com And next time you watch a movie, remember to keep your eye on the duck. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Feb 22, 2021

This week we investigate Martin Scorsese's " After Hours " (1985) and search for the scene at its center. Show notes: (all timestamps are approximate) Intro (00:00-00:39) Dom's anecdote (00:39-03:18) "After Hours" discussion (03:18-15:35) Dom's scene (15:35-26:32) God's Lonely Man Show (26:32-32:19) Adam's Scene (32:19-37:59) Further discussion (37:59-45:09) New Yorker's in New York missing New York (45:09-47:53) Outro (47:53-49:02) Don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe! Find us online at: www.EyeOfTheDuckPod.com Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd . Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, produced, and edited by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . Our theme song, Snowflake, is written by Jesse Lewis and comes from his album, Atticus . You can find out more about Jesse at JesseLewisMusic.com . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich , you can purchase her work at society6.com/francescavolerich . If you'd like to advertise with us, or sponsor us, please email: Contact@EyeOfTheDuckPod.com And next time you watch a movie, remember to keep your eye on the duck. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Feb 15, 2021

This week we investigate Gareth Edwards' " Godzilla " (2014) and Jordan Vogt-Roberts' " Kong Skull Island " (2017), and search for the scenes at their centers. Show notes: (all timestamps are approximate) Intro (00:00-00:40) King vs God (00:40-04:53) Monster Movies (04:53-06:12)) "Godzilla" discussion (06:12-15:44) Adam's scene (15:44-26:57) Dom's Scene (26:57-33:44) "Kong Skull Island" discussion (33:44-41:20) Dom's scene (41:20-45:03) Adam's scene (45:03-48:39) Further "Kong" discussion (48:39-57:26) Outro (57:26-58:47) God vs King (58:47-59:49) Don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe! Find us online at: www.EyeOfTheDuckPod.com Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd . Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, produced, and edited by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . Our theme song, Snowflake, is written by Jesse Lewis and comes from his album, Atticus . You can find out more about Jesse at JesseLewisMusic.com . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich , you can purchase her work at society6.com/francescavolerich . If you'd like to advertise with us, or sponsor us, please email: Contact@EyeOfTheDuckPod.com And next time you watch a movie, remember to keep your eye on the duck. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Feb 4, 2021

This week we investigate Rian Johnson's " Looper " (2012) and search for the scene at its center. Show notes: (all timestamps are approximate) Intro (00:00-00:36) Dom's anecdote (00:36-02:52) Who are we? (02:52-04:07) What is Eye of the Duck? (04:07-09:51) "Looper" discussion (09:51-21:19) Dom's scene (21:19-27:33) Adam's Scene (27:33-31:24) Further discussion (31:24-49:46) Outro (49:46-50:55) Don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe! Find us online at: www.EyeOfTheDuckPod.com Follow us on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd . Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, produced, and edited by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich . Our theme song, Snowflake, is written by Jesse Lewis and comes from his album, Atticus . You can find out more about Jesse at JesseLewisMusic.com . Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich , you can purchase her work at society6.com/francescavolerich . If you'd like to advertise with us, or sponsor us, please email: Contact@EyeOfTheDuckPod.com And next time you watch a movie, remember to keep your eye on the duck. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.