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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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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.

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Listen Now: Scam Factory 6:09

4 giorni fa6:09

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You know those messages that you get all the time, the ones that pop up out of nowhere? They could be real, but something about them seems fishy. You likely dismiss these texts and emails as mere annoyances, thinking you’ve stopped some random stranger from ripping you off. But the shocking truth is, the person behind that message might be trapped inside a “scam factory” on the other side of the world and forced to scam others against their will. From Wondery, comes a new series about the brutal reality behind these operations, where one family discovers a horrifying truth: the only way out is to scam their way out. Listen Now: Wondery.fm/Scam_Factory 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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Paul or Nothing 2:21:48

5 giorni fa2:21:48

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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 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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Asteroid City (2023) 2:06:06

12 giorni fa2:06:06

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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 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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Nope (2022) 2:16:27

19 giorni fa2:16:27

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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 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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Annihilation (2018) with Jefferson White 2:15:09

26 giorni fa2:15:09

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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 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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Arrival (2016) with Sarah Welch-Larson 2:39:38

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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 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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A Place Both Wonderful and Strange: Remembering David Lynch 1:12:56

6 weeks fa1:12:56

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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 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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Under the Skin (2014) 2:10:50

7 weeks fa2:10:50

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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 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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The World's End (2013) with Ethan Warren 1:58:44

8 weeks fa1:58:44

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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 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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Attack the Block (2011) 1:55:01

9 weeks fa1:55:01

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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 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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Super 8 (2011) 2:22:13

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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 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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Paul (2011) 2:06:11

11 weeks fa2:06:11

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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 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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District 9 (2009) 1:59:33

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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 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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Slither (2006) 1:59:33

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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 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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War of the Worlds (2005) with Patrick Willems 2:58:24

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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 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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Signs (2002) 2:17:04

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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 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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The Faculty (1998) 1:57:22

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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 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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Men in Black (1997) 2:41:02

17 weeks fa2:41:02

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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 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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Independence Day (1996) with Liam Billingham (Die Hard on a Blank) 2:44:52

18 weeks fa2:44:52

2:44:52

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 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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Mars Attacks! (1996) 2:11:01

19 weeks fa2:11:01

2:11:01

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 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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Fire in the Sky (1993) with Sean Parker (Mostly Horror) 2:34:48

20 weeks fa2:34:48

2:34:48

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 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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The Abyss (1989) 3:07:45

21 weeks fa3:07:45

3:07:45

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 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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They Live (1988) 1:47:16

22 weeks fa1:47:16

1:47:16

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 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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Cocoon (1985) 1:56:42

23 weeks fa1:56:42

1:56:42

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 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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Starman (1984) with Nik Long 2:04:29

24 weeks fa2:04:29

2:04:29

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 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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Announcement! Knightriders (1981) at IFC Center in NYC 4:52

24 weeks fa4:52

4:52

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! 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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E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial (1982) 2:22:07

25 weeks fa2:22:07

2:22:07

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 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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Invasion of the Body Snatchers (1978) 2:02:04

26 weeks fa2:02:04

2:02:04

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 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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After Hours - Alien: Romulus (2024) 2:11:53

27 weeks fa2:11:53

2:11:53

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 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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Close Encounters of the Third Kind (1977) 2:42:19

28 weeks fa2:42:19