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Eye of the Duck: A Film Podcast
Author: Dom Nero and Adam Volerich | Morbid Network
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A podcast about movies and the scenes that make them special. Each week, hosts Dom Nero and Adam Volerich explore a movie by finding the scene at its core–what David Lynch calls an "Eye of the Duck" scene. Join Dom and Adam as they celebrate cinema's greatest scenes, charting franchises such as Alien, The Evil Dead, and Indiana Jones, and major movements in film history, like '80s Dark Fantasy, Winter Horror, and Cyberpunk.
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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/EyeoftheDuckPodReferences:Special FeaturesPeachfuzz: An Interview With Director Patrick BriceInto Darker Territory: An Interview With Actor Mark DuplassExpand the Universe: An Interview With Editor Christopher Donlon10 Years of Creep: A Live Q&A With Cast And CrewThe Austin Chronicle Mark Duplass InterviewBloody Disgusting Patrick Brice & Mark Duplass InterviewSouth By Southwest Patrick Brice & Mark Duplass InterviewSilver Screen Riot Patrick Brice InterviewEntertainment Weekly Patrick Brice & Mark Duplass InterviewCredits: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/shopThe "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.
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/EyeoftheDuckPodReferences:Special FeaturesCommentaryCreating The Sacrament: Revealing the VisionEli Roth Signs On To The SacramentVariety Ti West InterviewLos Angeles Times Production HistoryDeep Fried Movies Eric Robbins InterviewCinemacy Cast and Crew InterviewCinephiled Amy Seimetz InterviewThe Skinny Ti West InterviewCredits: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/shopThe "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.
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 History3D World Production HistoryCollider Sebastián Cordero InterviewEuropa Report Production NotesMusique Fantastique Sebastián Cordero InterviewMusique Fantastique Bear McCreary InterviewCinema Without Borders Sebastián Cordero InterviewEntertainment Weekly Sharlto Copley InterviewChemical & Engineering News Production HistoryGizmodo Philip Gelatt InterviewCredits: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/shopThe "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.
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/EyeoftheDuckPodReferences:Fantasia Levan Gabriadze InterviewUnfriended Shot in One TakeIndieWire Production HistoryFilmmaker Magazine Adam Sidman InterviewWonderCon Panel RecapThe Verge Jason Blum InterviewCollider Levan Gabriadze and Nelson Greaves InterviewDaily Dead Levan Gabriadze and Nelson Greaves InterviewTimur Bekmambetov Talks UnfriendedThe Verge Timur Bekmambetov InterviewShock Ya! Renee Olstead InterviewThe AU Review Jacob Wysocki InterviewThe Frame Cooper Samuelson and Jason Blum InterviewCredits: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/shopThe "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 DiscordLearn 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.
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/EyeoftheDuckPodReferences:American Cinematographer Issue March 2012Josh Trank on “Chronicle 2”Fangoria Josh Trank InterviewMax Landis Reveals Original Plans For SequelDen of Geek Max Landis InterviewJosh Trank on the Influence of AkiraJosh Trank Bans Max Landis From SetJack Stanley Hired For SequelFemale-Led Sequel In DevelopmentArt of VFX Raymond Chen InterviewCredits: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/shopThe "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 DiscordLearn 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.
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/EyeoftheDuckPodReferences:Special FeaturesBehind the ScenesBloody Disgusting Andre Ovredal InterviewBergen Puls on Troll Hunter’s ReleaseIndieLondon Andre Ovredal InterviewThe Guardian Andre Ovredal InterviewEntertainment Weekly Andre Ovredal InterviewSBS Andre Ovredal InterviewTroll Hunter Production NotesCredits: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/shopThe "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 DiscordLearn 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.
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/EyeoftheDuckPodReferences:Special FeaturesBreaking Normal: An Interview with Oren PeliThe Marked One: An Interview with Katie FeatherstonThe Man With The Camera: An Interview with Micah SloatThe Possessed: An Interview with Ashley PalmerUncle Steve Acquires Paranormal ActivityYahoo Production HistoryIndie Film Hustle Oren Peli InterviewShock Till You Drop Oren Peli InterviewParamount Wants To Make a SequelChris Jones Oren Peli InterviewMeet 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_07Credits: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/shopThe "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 DiscordLearn 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.
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/EyeoftheDuckPodReferences:Special FeaturesCommentaryDocument 01.18.08: The Making of CloverfieldCloverfield Visual EffectsCloverfield Production NotesJJ Abrams Visits a Toy StoreParamount Greenlights CloverfieldMatt Reeves Reminisces on CloverfieldSyFy Matt Reeves InterviewForbes Matt Reeves InterviewSlashFilm Matt Reeves InterviewCinema Blend Michael Giacchino InterviewMovieWeb Lizzy Caplan InterviewTime Magazine JJ Abrams InterviewJJ Abrams on 10 Cloverfield LaneVFXBlog VFX BreakdownDen 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_07Credits: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/shopThe "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 DiscordLearn 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.
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/EyeoftheDuckPodReferences:Special FeaturesThe Making of RECCrew InterviewsFilm Talk Paco Plaza InterviewIGN 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/shopThe "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 DiscordLearn 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.
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/EyeoftheDuckPodReferences:Special FeaturesCommentaryThe Blair Witch DocumentaryBest. Movie. Year. Ever.: How 1999 Blew Up the Big Screen by Brian RafteryHeather Donahue on Her Relationship with the FranchiseHeather Donahue Turns Down Blair WitchThe Week Production Oral History Part IIThe Week Production Oral History Part IVThe Cast Sue For CompensationMike 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/shopThe "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 DiscordLearn 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.
**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/EyeoftheDuckPodReferences:Special FeaturesIn the Jungle: The Making Of Cannibal HolocaustThe Flesh of the Controversy - New Interview with Ruggero DeodatoBiting Reality - An Interview with Ruggero DeodatoA Different Holocaust - Archive Interview with Ruggero DeodatoJungle Stories - An Interview with Massimo Antonello GelengProfessionals in Peril - An Interview with Sergio D’OffiziFound Footage Horror Films Fear and the Appearance of Reality by Alexandra Heller-NicholasRomford Horror 2025 - Cannibal Holocaust Francesca Ciardi Q&ACarl Yorke Cannibal Holocaust InterviewBloody Disgusting Ruggero Deodato InterviewCredits: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/shopThe "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 DiscordLearn 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.
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/EyeoftheDuckPodCredits: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/shopThe "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 DiscordLearn 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.
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/EyeoftheDuckPodReferences:Special FeaturesCommentaryGenesis: Matt Reeves on Creating The BatmanCreating The BatmobileAnatomy of the Wing Suit JumpA Transformation: The PenguinVengeance in the MakingThe New York Times Ben Affleck InterviewWarner Brothers Announces SlateHappy Sad Confused Robert Richardson InterviewBen Affleck on Exiting the DCEUStoryboard Artist Jay Oliva Loves Ben Affleck’s BatmanBen Affleck Has a Bad Time Being BatmanAffleck Reveals What His Batman Movie WasBen Affleck Is UnhappyBen Affleck Shows The Batman ScriptMatt Reeves Completely Rewriting The BatmanThe Q&A with Jeff Goldsmith Matt Reeves InterviewDeadline Michael Giacchino InterviewEsquire Matt Reeves InterviewRobert Pattinson Finds Out He’s BatmanRobert Pattinson on the BatsuitRobert Pattinson Is FuriousTeam Deakins Greig Fraser Interview Part 1Team Deakins Greig Fraser Interview Part 2Post Perspective Weta BreakdownEntertainment Weekly Paul Dano InterviewThe Guardian Zoe Kravitz InterviewRobert 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/shopThe "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 DiscordLearn 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.
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/EyeoftheDuckPodReferences:The Lego Batman Movie: The Making of the Movie by Tracey Miller-ZarnekeRendering the Darkness: Glimpse on The Lego Batman MovieThe Lego Batman Movie Fast-tracked Into ProductionDen of Geek Chris McKay InterviewWarner Brothers Announces SlateDan Lin on Making Deadpool For KidsCartoon Brew Chris McKay InterviewPhil Lord and Chris Miller Make Sense of The World of The Lego MovieAnimal Logic Animation BreakdownDen of Geek Lorne Balfe InterviewFXGuide Production HistoryIndieWire Chris McKay InterviewMichael Keaton Approves of Will ArnettBuild 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/shopThe "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 DiscordLearn 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.
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/EyeoftheDuckPodReferences:Special FeaturesCommentaryDream Job: Meet the Master BuildersStories From the Story TeamThe Wrap Production HistoryThe Hollywood Reporter Production HistoryFX Guide 25 Production HistoryVillage Roadshow Cut Out of Lego Movie 2Ron Johnson is Offended By The Lego MovieThe Credits Production HistoryMovieWeb Mark Mothersbaugh InterviewThe Moveable Fest Mark Mothersbaugh InterviewSlashFilm Lord and Miller InterviewLord and Miller Turned Down The Lego MovieNerdly Cast InterviewThe Film Pie Chris McKay InterviewScreenCrush Lord and Miller InterviewCredits: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/shopThe "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 DiscordLearn 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.
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/EyeoftheDuckPodReferences:Special FeaturesA Conversation with Michael Keaton and Alejandro G. IñárrituBirdman: All AccessDeadline Iñárritu InterviewVariety Iñárritu InterviewCreative Screenwriting Production HistoryIndieWire Iñárritu InterviewThe Hollywood Reporter Production HistoryVariety How They Made The Times Square SceneInterview Magazine Iñárritu InterviewBirdman’s Terrible EndingThe New York Times Michael Keaton InterviewIndieWire Production HistoryBelow The Line Martin Hernandez InterviewArri Chivo InterviewVulture Emma Stone InterviewEd Norton and Michael Keaton Comic ConAmy Ryan Gets the JobDouglas Crise & Stephen Mirrione Discuss Editing Birdman Part 1Douglas Crise & Stephen Mirrione Discuss Editing Birdman Part 2Antonio Sanchez Makes Sick BeatsCreating the Visual Effects of BirdmanCredits: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/shopThe "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 DiscordLearn 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.
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/EyeoftheDuckPodReferences:Special FeaturesBatman vs. BaneThe War on Wall StreetRace to the ReactorGotham’s ReckoningThe Nolan Variations by Tom ShoneThe Art and Making of The Dark Knight Trilogy by Janine Pourroy and Jody Jesser DuncanCineFex 2012 No. 131 Production HistoryBritish Cinematographer Production HistoryHappy Sad Confused Jonathan Nolan InterviewHappy Sad Confused David Goyer InterviewEmpire Cinematography BreakdownNolan Screens Prologue For DirectorsMarion Cotillard “Screws Up” Her DeathBale Denies More BatmanAurora TragedyFans Leave Death ThreatsBale Meets With TrumpJames Newton Howard Doesn’t ReturnTrump Reviews The Dark Knight RisesCredits: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/shopThe "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 DiscordLearn 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.
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/EyeoftheDuckPodReferences:Special FeaturesThe PrologueNew BatsuitJoker ThemeHong Kong JumpChallenges of the Chase in IMAXSWAT Van Into RiverDestruction of BatmobileBat-podHelicopter CrashLamborghini CrashHospital ExplosionCollider Nathan Crowley InterviewStarLog Production HistoryCineFex 2008 No. 115 Production HistoryJonathan Nolan Wants to Take the Batman Franchise For a RideEmpire The Making of the JokerHappy Sad Confused Jonathan Nolan InterviewThe Art and Making of The Dark Knight Trilogy by Janine Pourroy and Jody Jesser DuncanVariety Nolan InterviewIGN Nolan Interview Part 1IGN Nolan Interview Part 2LA Times Nolan InterviewEmpire Jonathan Nolan InterviewThe New York Times Nolan InterviewThe New York Times Heath Ledger InterviewEmpire Cinematography BreakdownCollider Jonathan Nolan & David Goyer InterviewThe ‘Curse of Batman’Nolan Doesn’t Get His Little Brother’s WritingMatt Damon Turns Down Harvey DentObama Cites The Dark Knight In Strategy MeetingsCredits: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/shopThe "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 DiscordLearn 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.
“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/EyeoftheDuckPodReferences:Special FeaturesBatman: The Journey BeginsShaping Mind and BodyCape and CowlChristopher Nolan Forward in The Long HalloweenChristopher Nolan Lies to Warner Brothers ExecutivesArmchair Expert Jonathan Nolan InterviewThe Hollywood Reporter Revamping the Batman FranchiseThe Hollywood Reporter Christopher Nolan InterviewLA Times Rescuing BatmanJoel Schumacher Signs Up For Fifth Batman FilmHappy Sad Confused David Goyer InterviewCineFex No. 103 Production HistoryAmerican Cinematographer Wally Pfister InterviewCollider Nathan Crowley InterviewEmpire Batman Begins Set VisitBatman Begins Production NotesBatman Begins: The Official Movie Guide by Claudia KalindjianStarLog Magazine Production HistoryJames Newton Howard on Scoring Batman BeginsCollider James Newton Howard InterviewIGN Hans Zimmer Part 1IGN Hans Zimmer Interview Part 2 Christopher Nolan LIES About Rubbing Your ChestCredits: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/shopThe "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 DiscordLearn 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.
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/EyeoftheDuckPodReferences:Special FeaturesCommentaryAndrea Romano and Mark Hamill Create ShorthandCancelled “Batman: Arkham” FilmBruce Timm Batman Beyond: Return of the Joker ScreenplayJim Harvey Bruce Timm InterviewBatman: The Complete History by Les DanielsWorld’s Finest Alan Burnett InterviewBrandon’s Substack Alan Burnett InterviewDC Animated Will Friedle InterviewKevin Conroy Changes His VoiceRetro Cool Nerd Kevin Conroy InterviewBatman Beyond: Return of the Joker Animation StudioProduction Forced to Make CutsAll Changes Between Return of the Joker CutsWill Friedle on Acting in Return of the JokerIGN Batman Beyond Production HistoryCredits: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/shopThe "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 DiscordLearn 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.