Episodes

  • Annihilation (2018) with Jefferson White

    Annihilation (2018) with Jefferson White
    Feb 3 2025
    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 ReachSpecial Features, Part 2 - Area XCreative Screenwriting Garland InterviewAlex Garland Tapped to Write & Direct AnnihilationThe Ringer Garland InterviewNatalie Portman on Whitewashing032c Rob Hardy InterviewBritish Cinematographer Rob Hardy InterviewVFX Voice VFX BreakdownDavid Ellison and Scott Rudin ClashVFX Blog Andrew Whitehurst InterviewRolling Stone Geoff Barrow & Ben Salisbury 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.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.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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    2 hrs and 15 mins
  • Arrival (2016) with Sarah Welch-Larson

    Arrival (2016) with Sarah Welch-Larson
    Jan 27 2025
    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 FeaturesXenolinguistics: Understanding ArrivalAcoustic Signatures: The Sound DesignEternal Recurrence: The ScoreNonlinear Thinking: The Editing Process“Story of Your Life” Short StoryDeadline Eric Heisserer InterviewThe Wall Street Journal Ted Chiang InterviewDeadline Villeneuve InterviewCollider Eric Heisserer InterviewBritish Cinematographer Bradford Young InterviewTime Production HistoryIndieWire Bradford Young InterviewPopular Mechanics Patrice Vermette InterviewThe Hollywood Reporter Patrice Vermete InterviewCollider Jóhann Jóhannsson InterviewArrival Score Disqualified by OscarsVariety Jóhann Jóhannsson InterviewDeadline Joe Walker InterviewVFX Blog VFX BreakdownArt of VFX VFX BreakdownFemale.com 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.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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    2 hrs and 40 mins
  • A Place Both Wonderful and Strange: Remembering David Lynch

    A Place Both Wonderful and Strange: Remembering David Lynch
    Jan 20 2025

    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.

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    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

    See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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    1 hr and 13 mins
  • Under the Skin (2014)

    Under the Skin (2014)
    Jan 13 2025
    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 FeaturesFeaturettes - CameraFeaturettes - CastingFeaturettes - EditingFeaturettes - LocationsFeaturettes - Production DesignFeaturettes - VFXThe Guardian Glazer InterviewUproxx Production HistoryIndieWire Production HistoryThe Irish Times Glazer InterviewBBC Scarlett Johannson InterviewIndieWire Daniel Landin InterviewBFI Mica Levi InterviewOpen Letters Monthly Glazer InterviewIndieWire Mica Levi InterviewDazed Digital Chris Oddy 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.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.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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    2 hrs and 11 mins
  • The World's End (2013) with Ethan Warren

    The World's End (2013) with Ethan Warren
    Jan 6 2025
    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 FeaturesCompleting The Golden Mile - The Making of The World’s EndThree Flavors Cornetto TrilogyFilling in the Blanks: The Stunts and FX of The World’s EndEdgar & Simon’s Flip ChartThe Young Folks Wright & Cast InterviewIt Came From Wright InterviewEmpire Production HistoryArt of VFX VFX BreakdownThe Call Sheet Frazer Churchill InterviewIndieWire Wright InterviewDen of Geek Wright InterviewThe Guardian Simon Pegg InterviewWe Are Movie Geeks Steven Price InterviewSteven Price on The World’s End ScoreCredits: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.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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    1 hr and 59 mins
  • Attack the Block (2011)

    Attack the Block (2011)
    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:CommentaryThe Dream Behind Super 8The Search for New FacesMeet Joel CourtneyRediscovering the SteeltownThe Visitor LivesScoring Super 8Do You Believe in Magic?SFGate Abrams InterviewEW Abrams/Spielberg BreakdownAmerican Society of Cinematographers Production HistoryPortal 2 Super 8 TeaserVulture Abrams InterviewAbrams Reflects on Super 8EW Abrams InterviewVanity Fair Abrams InterviewAsian Connections Larry Fong 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.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.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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    1 hr and 55 mins
  • Super 8 (2011)

    Super 8 (2011)
    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 CommentaryThe Dream Behind Super 8The Search for New FacesMeet Joel CourtneyRediscovering the SteeltownThe Visitor LivesScoring Super 8Do You Believe in Magic?SFGate Abrams InterviewEW Abrams/Spielberg BreakdownAmerican Society of Cinematographers Production HistoryPortal 2 Super 8 TeaserVulture Abrams InterviewAbrams Reflects on Super 8EW Abrams InterviewVanity Fair Abrams InterviewAsian Connections Larry Fong 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.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.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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    2 hrs and 22 mins
  • Paul (2011)

    Paul (2011)
    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 1Between the Lighting Strikes: The Making of Paul Part 2RV Doorway: The cast of Paul On-LocationRunaway Santa Fe: An Interview with Nancy Steiner5th Date Level Direction: The Cast on Greg MottolaMexico Zero: The Locations of PaulThe Many PaulsThe Traveler BeagleThe Evolution of PaulSimon Pegg on Spielberg’s CameoThe New York Times Greg Mottola InterviewIndie London Joe Lo Truglio InterviewCollider Bill Hader InterviewCollider Nick Frost & Simon Pegg InterviewCollider Nira Park InterviewCollider Jason Bateman InterviewCollider Jefferson Sage 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.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.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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    2 hrs and 6 mins