About this episode
Listeners, we are going to into the woods, and we may never return. We are so, so sorry to everyone’s mothers.This week it’s the reason for the season. The most famous found footage film in cinema history! It spawned an entire genre, and we’re going to do our best to honor its legacy.We couldn’t have a more qualified guest – joining us to uncover the secrets of the most successful American independent film ever made is our old friend, Nik Long. Not only is he our digital producer, but he’s also an Eagle Scout! And a sound person!Next week, we’re quarantining in a Spanish apartment complex for REC (2007). Join the conversation on our Discord at https://discord.com/invite/RssDc3brsx and get more Eye of the Duck on our Patreon show, After Hours https://www.patreon.com/EyeoftheDuckPodReferences:Special FeaturesCommentaryThe Blair Witch DocumentaryBest. Movie. Year. Ever.: How 1999 Blew Up the Big Screen by Brian RafteryHeather Donahue on Her Relationship with the FranchiseHeather Donahue Turns Down Blair WitchThe Week Production Oral History Part IIThe Week Production Oral History Part IVThe Cast Sue For CompensationMike Monello Details New Transfer Drink and Be Merry at the Smodcastle Film Festival 08/08/25: https://www.smodcastlecinemas.com/movie/Smodcastle_Film_Festival_2025__Block_07 Credits:Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich.This episode was edited by Michael Gaspari.This episod
