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Date created
2021/02/02
Latest episode
2026/04/20
Average duration
157 min.
Release period
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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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Ocean's Thirteen (2007)
2026/04/20
We’re back in Vegas, baby! It’s Donald Trump and AI vs The Danny Ocean gang… but this time, Casey Affleck has a GIGANTIC mustache.
This week it's the finale (?) of the Soderbergh’s Oceans trilogy, and we simply have to get revenge for Elliot Gould. It’s not fair what Al Pacino did to him. I mean, they both shook Sinatra’s hand, for god’s sake.
Next week, it’s the one and only BONUS of our Oceans miniseries… the Soderbergh heist film sometimes known as OCEAN’S 7/11 – aka, LOGAN LUCKY (2017). Join the conversation on our Discord at https://discord.com/invite/RssDc3brsx and get more Eye of the Duck on our Patreon show, After Hours https://www.patreon.com/EyeoftheDuckPod
References:
Special Features
Commentary
Third Time’s a Charm: The Making of Ocean’s Thirteen
Ahab with a Piggy Back: The Means & Machines of Ocean’s
When I Stop Talking, You’ll Know I’m Dead: Useful Stories From a Persuasive Man by Jerry Weintraub with Rich Cohen
DGA Steven Soderbergh Interview
Ocean’s Thirteen Production Notes
Warner Records David Holmes Interview
Script Apart Ted Griffin Interview
The Hollywood Reporter Brian Koppelman & David Levien Interview
Huffington Post Steven Soderbergh Interview
BBC Steven Soderbergh Interview
Times Cast Interview
Ellen Barkin Lead in Ocean’s Thirteen
Topher Grace Cut Cameo
Carey Nieuwhof Brian Koppelman Interview
Entertainment Weekly George Clooney & Brad Pitt Interview
The Moment with Brian Koppelman Chris McQuarrie Interview
Al Pacino Wants to Be Close to His Kids
Bernie Mac Passed Away
The Ocean’s Ultimatum
Credits:
Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich.
This episode was edited by Michael Gaspari.
This episode was researched by Parth Marathe.
Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich. You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop
The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling.
Assistant programming and digital production by Nik Long.
Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord.
Learn more at eyeoftheduckpod.com
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Ocean's Twelve (2004)
2026/04/13
Finally, an excuse for Vincent Cassel to breakdance through lasers!
Brad Pitt is eating his way through Europe this week in the weirdest heist movie imaginable. It’s the (unfairly maligned) sequel that probably should have been called Rusty’s Twelve, because it’s all about Danny Ocean’s weird, mysterious counterpart who may or may not have fallen in love with a Europol agent…
Next week, we finish the trifecta with OCEAN’S THIRTEEN (2007)! Join the conversation on our Discord at https://discord.com/invite/RssDc3brsx and get more Eye of the Duck on our Patreon show, After Hours https://www.patreon.com/EyeoftheDuckPod
References:
Special Features
Commentary with Steven Soderbergh & George Nolfi
Ready, Jet Set, Go: The Making of Ocean’s Twelve
HBO First Look: Twelve is the New Eleven
Bruce Willis Comes Back To Ocean
Script Apart Ted Griffin Interview
Ocean’s Twelve Production Notes
Ocean’s Twelve Production Notes 2
Warner Records David Holmes Interview
The Clap Podcast Philip Messina Interview
Don Cheadle Avoids The Papparazzi
LA Times Philip Messina Interview
George Clooney Pranks Fellow Cast Members
IGN Steven Soderbergh Interview
Daily Echo Cast Interview
Charlie Rose Matt Damon & Jerry Weintraub Interview
Huffington Post Steven Soderbergh Interview
Vulture Steven Soderbergh Interview
Ellen Barkin Cameo
In 'Ocean’s Twelve' Tess Looks Like Julia Roberts, So Do They Know They All Look Like Famous People?
Credits:
Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich.
This episode was edited by Michael Gaspari.
This episode was researched by Parth Marathe.
Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich. You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop
The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling.
Assistant programming and digital production by Nik Long.
Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord.
Learn more at eyeoftheduckpod.com
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Ocean's Eleven (2001)
2026/04/06
It’s a miniseries premiere! All the coolest conmen in movie history are pulling a job on Andy Garcia and we’re just happy to be here. Welcome to the Ocean’s trilogy!
This week it’s the flawless 2001 Vegas heist that cemented Clooney, Pitt, Damon, and their buddies as the modern day Rat Pack. Sorry, Sinatra!
Discussed on this episode: Brad Pitt’s constant eating, the weird alternate cast that almost was, infamous Hollywood producer Jerry Weintraub, how gambling infiltrated 2000s suburban culture, Clooney being a silly prankster, and so much more!
Next week, it’s double or nothing with OCEAN’S TWELVE (2004). Join the conversation on our Discord at https://discord.com/invite/RssDc3brsx and get more Eye of the Duck on our Patreon show, After Hours https://www.patreon.com/EyeoftheDuckPod
References:
Special Features
Are You In Or Out? The Making of Ocean’s Eleven
The Look of the Con
When I Stop Talking, You’ll Know I’m Dead: Useful Stories From a Persuasive Man by Jerry Weintraub with Rich Cohen
American Cinematographer Production History
Ocean’s Eleven Production Notes
Ocean’s Eleven Cast Announcements
Industry Strikes Shake Up Cast
How Realistic is The Pinch?
Don Cheadle Uncredited
Don Cheadle’s Excellent Cockney Accent
DGA Steven Soderbergh Interview
Julia Roberts Gets $20 A Picture
Indie Film Hustle Ted Griffin Interview
Why is Brad Pitt Always Eating?
Jerry Weintraub, Master of Self-Image
Ocean’s Eleven’s Effect on the Heist Genre
GQ Matt Damon Interview
A Ratner Fired, A Bullet Dodged
Warner Records David Holmes Interview
Script Apart Ted Griffin Interview
Women Swoon For Clooney in Front of Joshua Jackson
Andy Garcia Should Be Taller
Introducing Julia Roberts as Tess
Credits:
Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich.
This episode was edited by Michael Gaspari.
This episode was researched by Parth Marathe.
Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich. You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop
The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling.
Assistant programming and digital production by Nik Long.
Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord.
Learn more at eyeoftheduckpod.com
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The Eye of 2025
2026/03/30
We cannot believe it. It’s been five years!! And we still haven’t done a series on Star Wars?!
This week we are celebrating our five year anniversary the only way we know how… by talking about MOVIES, baby! We’re running down our top 10 films of 2025, reminiscing about this little pandemic project that became a half-decade tradition, and looking ahead to the 2026 year in cinema! Thank you from the entire EOTD crew for supporting us for all these years.
Next week we’re kicking off our next miniseries with OCEAN’S ELEVEN (2001). Join the conversation on our Discord at https://discord.com/invite/RssDc3brsx and get more Eye of the Duck on our Patreon show, After Hours https://www.patreon.com/EyeoftheDuckPod
Credits:
Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich.
This episode was edited by Michael Gaspari.
This episode was researched by Parth Marathe.
Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich. You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop
The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling.
Assistant programming and digital production by Nik Long.
Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord.
Learn more at eyeoftheduckpod.com
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The Road Goes Ever On
2026/03/23
This week we say a fond farewell to Peter Jackson’s The Lord of the Rings trilogy. We wish it hadn’t happened in our time… just kidding. We’re so lucky to be alive when it did!
On this epic conclusion to One Scene to Rule Them All, we’re tying off loose threads, answering listener questions, sharing some thoughts on WAR OF THE ROHIRRIM, and announcing our next miniseries!
Next week, it’s our long-awaited Eye of 2025 year-in-review. And a celebration of five years of podcasting! Join the conversation on our Discord at https://discord.com/invite/RssDc3brsx and get more Eye of the Duck on our Patreon show, After Hours https://www.patreon.com/EyeoftheDuckPod
You can find Sean Astin's short film "The Long and Short of It" here, and his introduction here.
Credits:
Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich.
This episode was edited by Michael Gaspari.
This episode was researched by Parth Marathe.
Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich. You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop
The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling.
Assistant programming and digital production by Nik Long.
Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord.
Learn more at eyeoftheduckpod.com
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Mortal Engines (2018)
2026/03/16
Municipalities, start your engines!! Or… get ready to eat each other?
We’re finishing off our Rings series today with the final (?) major live action narrative production from Peter Jackson, Fran Walsh, Philippa Boyens, and the whole WETA gang. It may not be Tolkien-related, but hey, Hugo Weaving wields a blade in it!
It’s tragic that the film didn’t start a new era for Jackson, and we’re sorting through its disastrous box office fallout this week along with some predictions for what the future has in store for WETA.
Next week, we close the book on Tolkien once and for all with our series finale (including some thoughts on WAR OF THE ROHIRRIM) and an announcement for what comes next!
Join the conversation on our Discord at https://discord.com/invite/RssDc3brsx and get more Eye of the Duck on our Patreon show, After Hours https://www.patreon.com/EyeoftheDuckPod
References:
Cinefex #163 Production History
Richard Armitage Turns Down the Engine
Mortal Engines Production Notes
Christian Rivers & Peter Jackson Reddit AMA
The Film Pie Christian Rivers Interview
The Hollywood Reporter JunkieXL Interview
The Hollywood Reporter Peter Jackson Interview
Peter Jackson on Loss of Andrew Lesnie
Credits:
Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich.
This episode was edited by Michael Gaspari.
This episode was researched by Parth Marathe.
Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich. You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop
The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling.
Assistant programming and digital production by Nik Long.
Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord.
Learn more at eyeoftheduckpod.com
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The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey (2012)
2026/03/09
Okay, Hobbitses, it’s our last journey through Middle Earth! And Bilbo’s first!
Dom’s back, and so is Peter Jackson, Philippa Boyens, Fran Walsh, Ian McKellan, Andy Serkis, Elijah Wood, and… Radagast the Brown?!
Although this is our only episode on the Hobbit trilogy, we’re not just covering UNEXPECTED JOURNEY this week. Listen in for some cross examination of the two (troubling) sequels, the many fan edits (especially the one from Maple Films), and Guillermo Del Toro’s greatest unmade production.
A very special thanks from Dom to all the listeners who reached out with support during his absence. And thanks to Stephen Hilger for pinch hitting!
Next week, it’s Jackson’s final (?) narrative film, MORTAL ENGINES (2018) from director Christian Rivers.
Join the conversation on our Discord at https://discord.com/invite/RssDc3brsx and get more Eye of the Duck on our Patreon show, After Hours https://www.patreon.com/EyeoftheDuckPod
References:
Special Features
The Journey Back to Middle-Earth
Riddles in the Dark - Gollum’s Cave
An Unexpected Party - Bag End
A Short Rest - Rivendell & London
The Battle of Moria
Edge of the Wilderland
Durin’s Folk: Creating the Dwarves
The People and Denizens of Middle-Earth
Realms of the Third Age - Hobbiton
Realms of the Third Age - Goblin Town
The Songs of The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey
Mr. Baggins: The 14th Member
The Epic of Scene 88
Home is Behind, The World Ahead
Maverick Movies: New Line Cinema and the Transformation of American Film by Daniel Herbert
Cinefex #132 Production History
Peter Jackson/Guillermo Del Toro Party Chat
Legal Issues Settled for The Hobbit
Comingsoon.net Guillermo del Toro Interview
Lord of the Rings Writing Team Onboard
TheOneRing.net Guillermo del Toro Interview
Philipa Boyens on Guillermo del Toro’s Hobbit
Guillermo del Toro Officially Leaves The Hobbit
Peter Jackson Wings The Hobbit
Guillermo del Toro Gets Haunted
The Hobbit Destroys New Zealand Film Industry
Lindsay Ellis The Hobbit: The Desolation of Warners (3/2) Video
A New Hobbit Film is Born
Guillermo del Toro’s Version of Bilbo
Moviedrone Howard Shore Interview
MGM Financial Troubles Imperil The Hobbit
A Message From Guillermo
Credits:
Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich.
This episode was edited by Michael Gaspari.
This episode was researched by Parth Marathe.
Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich. You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop
The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling.
Assistant programming and digital production by Nik Long.
Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord.
Learn more at eyeoftheduckpod.com
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The Golden Compass (2007)
2026/03/02
This steampunk fantasy world has everything: dæmons, talking polar bears, Daniel Craig with a snow leopard, and Nicole Kidman in her villain era!
Attempting to replicate the success of THE LORD OF THE RINGS, New Line Cinema tries to kick off a new trilogy by adapting Philip Pullman's The Golden Compass, but it… doesn’t quite work out. Our favorite JRPG expert Stephen Hilger returns to help us figure out why!
Next week: DOM IS BACK!!! Our king returns just in time for us to talk THE HOBBIT: AN UNEXPECTED JOURNEY! Join the conversation on our Discord at https://discord.com/invite/RssDc3brsx and get more Eye of the Duck on our Patreon show, After Hours https://www.patreon.com/EyeoftheDuckPod
References:
Special Features
Production Design: The Emotional Fabric of a Parallel World
Armoured Bears: The Panserbjørne of Svalbard
Music
The Adaptation of Writer/Director Chris Weitz
Finding Lyra Belacqua: Introducing Dakota Blue Richards
The Alethiometer: Creating the Truth Measure
Maverick Movies: New Line Cinema and the Transformation of American Film by Daniel Herbert
The Golden Compass: The Official Illustrated Movie Companion by Brian Sibley
Cinefex #112 Production History
StarLog #362 Production History
The Golden Compass Production Notes
Fate of New Line Cinema Rests on The Golden Compass
Newsweek Production History
The Wrap Chris Weitz Interview
Variety Chris Weitz Interview
Wired Production History
The Atlantic Production History
The New York Times Production History
Slate Philip Pullman Interview
Credits:
Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich.
This episode was edited by Michael Gaspari.
This episode was researched by Parth Marathe.
Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich. You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop
The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling.
Assistant programming and digital production by Nik Long.
Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord.
Learn more at eyeoftheduckpod.com
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Stardust (2007)
2026/02/23
Come for the breezy fantasy, stay for Robert De Niro actively trying to speed run himself out of the movie – it's STARDUST!
Our very own Sky Pirate, Stephen Hilger, returns to help us drag Claire Danes across the land so that we can finally prove ourselves to Sienna Miller. Ya know, normal fantasy stuff!
Next week New Line Cinema tries to jump start another fantasy trilogy adaptation with THE GOLDEN COMPASS. Join the conversation on our Discord at https://discord.com/invite/RssDc3brsx and get more Eye of the Duck on our Patreon show, After Hours https://www.patreon.com/EyeoftheDuckPod
References:
Special Features
What Do Stars Do? They Shine – The Casting Process
A Quest of Enormous Importance
Stardust: The Visual Companion by Stephen Jones
Cinefex #111 Production History
Den of Geek Jon Harris Interview
Matthew Vaughn on Stardust Sequel
Ain’t It Cool News Neil Gaiman Interview
Los Angeles Times Neil Gaiman Interview
Sarah Michelle Gellar Turns Down Role
Ilan Eshkeri's Stardust: A Film Score Guide by Ian Sapiro
Credits:
Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich.
This episode was edited by Michael Gaspari.
This episode was researched by Parth Marathe.
Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich. You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop
The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling.
Assistant programming and digital production by Nik Long.
Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord.
Learn more at eyeoftheduckpod.com
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Pan's Labyrinth (2006)
2026/02/16
This Labyrinth has everything: a dude with eyeballs in his hands, a sassy faun, a big ass toad, and bugs that are also fairies!
This week our guest host, good friend, and Joe Dirt expert Stephen Hilger helps us get lost in dark heart of Guillermo del Toro's PAN'S LABYRINTH.
Next week it’s Matthew Vaughn’s first foray into blockbuster filmmaking with STARDUST! Join the conversation on our Discord at https://discord.com/invite/RssDc3brsx and get more Eye of the Duck on our Patreon show, After Hours https://www.patreon.com/EyeoftheDuckPod
References:
Special Featuresdel Toro and FunkeThe Power of MythPan and the FairiesThe Color and the ShapeThe Melody Echoes the Fairy TaleDoug JonesGuillermo del Toro's Pan's Labyrinth: Inside the Creation of a Modern Fairy Tale by Mark Cotta Vaz and Nick NunziataCinefex #109 Production HistoryAmerican Cinematographer Production HistoryThe Hollywood Reporter 15th Anniversary Academy Q&AGuillermo Del Toro Writes His Own SubtitlesCredits:
Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich.
This episode was edited by Michael Gaspari.
This episode was researched by Parth Marathe.
Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich. You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop
The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling.
Assistant programming and digital production by Nik Long.
Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord.
Learn more at eyeoftheduckpod.com
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An Important Update from Eye of the Duck
2026/02/13
Today we're taking a moment to share a brief but important update with you.
Join the conversation on our Discord at https://discord.com/invite/RssDc3brsx and get more Eye of the Duck on our Patreon show, After Hours https://www.patreon.com/EyeoftheDuckPod
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The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe (2005) with Sarah Welch-Larson
2026/02/09
It’s the Chronic-WHAT-cles of Narnia! That’s right the Chronic-WHAT-cles of Narnia!
When choosing movies inspired by THE LORD OF THE RINGS to cover for our series, Disney's mega-budget adaptation of the iconic children's classic felt essential. Joining us through the Wardrobe from the Land of Spare Oom is our old friend – and expert on famous fantasy bros Tolkien & Lewis – Sarah Welch-Larson!
Next week it’s Guillermo Del Toro’s Academy Award winning, (VERY) dark fairy tale PAN'S LABYRINTH! Join the conversation on our Discord at https://discord.com/invite/RssDc3brsx and get more Eye of the Duck on our Patreon show, After Hours https://www.patreon.com/EyeoftheDuckPod
And check out the latest edition of Sarah's (very good!) book about our beloved ALIEN franchise, Becoming Alien, here: https://wipfandstock.com/9798385236329/becoming-alien-second-edition/
References:
Special FeaturesThe Children’s Magical JourneyChronicles of a DirectorCinefex #104 Production HistoryCameras in Narnia: How The Lion, The Witch, and The Wardrobe Came to Life by Ian BrodieDark Horizons Adam Adamson InterviewLos Angeles Times Production HistoryRotten Tomatoes Richard Taylor InterviewAshton Gleckman Harry Gregson-Williams InterviewC.S. Lewis Is Responsible for The Lonely IslandKingdom of Dreams Podcast Jim May 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/shop
The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling.
Assistant programming and digital production by Nik Long.
Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord.
Learn more at eyeoftheduckpod.com
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Kingdom of Heaven (2005)
2026/02/02
It is a kingdom of conscience, or nothing! This week we’re going Ridley Mode™️!
Join us as we embark on a journey through one of Scott’s most polarizing films, its many cuts, many characters, and its place in historical epic film history.
Next week it’s Andrew Adamson’s big screen adaptation of THE CHRONICLES OF NARNIA: THE LION, THE WITCH, AND THE WARDROBE! Join the conversation on our Discord at https://discord.com/invite/RssDc3brsx and get more Eye of the Duck on our Patreon show, After Hours https://www.patreon.com/EyeoftheDuckPod
References:
Special FeaturesCommentaryCast RehearsalsColors of the CrusadePath to RedemptionKingdom of Heaven: The Ridley Scott Film and the History Behind the StoryKingdom of Heaven Production NotesIndieWire Ridley Scott InterviewAnimation World Network Alain Bielik InterviewHarry Gregson-Williams Career InterviewKingdom of Dreams Dody Dorn InterviewCollider Ridley Scott 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/shop
The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling.
Assistant programming and digital production by Nik Long.
Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord.
Learn more at eyeoftheduckpod.com
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The League of Extraordinary Gentlemen (2003) with Stephen Hilger
2026/01/26
This week we’re jumping from one big adaptation of British literature to another. It’s a movie about a fellowship, but this time, they call it a league. And it’s extraordinary!!
Joining us for this bonus (!!) is returning champion Stephen Hilger of the very great Into the Aether podcast! We’re piecing together one of the strangest movies out there… and still trying to figure out why Sean Connery turned down Gandalf but said yes to Quartermain.
Next week it’s Ridley Scott’s historical epic, KINGDOM OF HEAVEN Join the conversation on our Discord at https://discord.com/invite/RssDc3brsx and get more Eye of the Duck on our Patreon show, After Hours https://www.patreon.com/EyeoftheDuckPod
References:
Special FeaturesAssembling the LeagueAttireThe NemomobileMaking Mr. HydeResurrecting VeniceSinking VeniceStarLog #312 Production HistoryStarLog #313 Production HistoryLos Angeles Times on Stephen NorringtonBox Office Reports on Film FailureFilm Faces LawsuitEntertainment Weekly On-Set ReportLeague of Extraordinary Gentlemen Reboot in WorksPrague Reporter Production HistoryX2 Promotes the FilmTV Reboot in WorksStephen Norrington Making The League of Extraordinary GentlemenLight the Fuse Podcast Dan Lausten Interview Part 2Star Chat Stuart Townsend InterviewJason Flemying Needs To Go 10-1Sean Connery Is Done With IdiotsShane West Blackfilm InterviewTheo van de Sande Turns Down LeagueCredits:
Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich.
This episode was edited by Michael Gaspari.
This episode was researched by Parth Marathe.
Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich. You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop
The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling.
Assistant programming and digital production by Nik Long.
Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord.
Learn more at eyeoftheduckpod.com
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The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King (2003)
2026/01/19
Listeners, the power of the Three Rings is ended. This week we fulfill our oath and complete the Peter Jackson LOTR trilogy!
We’re talking Denethor (aka Dennis Thor), the army of the dead, Aragorn’s long sword, Eowyn being horny, the Mouth of Sauron being repugnant (put him back into the theatrical cut, cowards!) and how fun it is to see what Gandalf looks like when he sleeps.
Also….Death! Death! Death!
Next week, we’re throwin’ in a bonus! It’s another super-important adaptation featuring many famous literary characters…THE LEAGUE OF EXTRAORDINARY GENTLEMEN (2003). With a super secret very special guest! Join the conversation on our Discord at https://discord.com/invite/RssDc3brsx and get more Eye of the Duck on our Patreon show, After Hours https://www.patreon.com/EyeoftheDuckPod
References:
Special FeaturesFrom Book to Script: Forging the Final ChapterDesigning Middle-earthHome of the Horse LordsCameras in Middle-earthWeta DigitalEditorial: Completing the TrilogyMusic for Middle-earthThe Soundscapes of Middle-earthThe End of All ThingsThe Passing of an AgePeter Jackson: A Filmmaker’s Journey by Brian SibleyCinefex #96 Production HistoryCinefex Peter Jackson InterviewASC Cinematography BreakdownCredits:
Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich.
This episode was edited by Michael Gaspari.
This episode was researched by Parth Marathe.
Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich. You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop
The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling.
Assistant programming and digital production by Nik Long.
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Popo_Nono 2026/01/06
Cool pod
Good stuff
parthmarathe 2026/01/02
My boys
These are my boys
Harrykdatruth 2025/11/30
A Pleasurable Listen.
Did not know this podcast would be this intelligent, this acutely observational. Thank you
Emily/Elsa 2025/07/31
Always a pleasure!
Thoughtful, insightful, and loving film conversation. Dom and Adam know film and they frankly love it, regardless of genre. I learn something about ar...
FluffyBunny_Toledo 2025/06/30
Fun and Informative
The research is great. They're definitely one of the more informative movie podcasts currently out there. It's very weird Dom is name-dropping Griffin...
myrkyr 2025/02/28
Lovely in-depth chats
Thoughtful reviews of some of my favorite movies. Really enjoying so far! Adam is very informative. Dom could be a little less dismissive sometimes, b...
steve reginald 2025/02/17
Woke leftist politics strike again
These two are constantly going on with their woke leftist politics. Can’t they go one episode without being all woke and lefty, or woking all the way ...
NickingNinaj 2025/02/05
The Perfect Film Pod
The perfect podcast for film junkies. The hosts are two chill guys who are very apparently in love with (and work with) the medium and have many incre...
Deadhead-Dan10 2025/01/14
The Devils Pass review…
…was far better than the trainwreck of a movie. Appreciated the earnest and informative overview. On to Romulus next…
Soulaco 2024/08/28
Interesting and worth your time
I just listened to the prometheus episode and great episode—but it would be even better if the hosts read “at the mountains of madness”. If you watch ...
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