Director Jet Wilkinson on shooting 'Stadium' | The Testaments Interview
10/05/2026 | 20 mins.
Australian director Jet Wilkinson joins Eyes On Screen to discuss her work on episodes six and seven of The Testaments, including the pivotal 'Stadium'. In a must-listen interview for fans of The Testaments, Jet shares how she brought some of the show’s most confronting moments to life. She unpacks the creative and emotional challenges of directing the large-scale stadium sequence, explains how she balanced escalating tension and violence, and reflects on why this was the most emotionally demanding work of her lengthy career. Jet also reveals what she wanted audiences to understand about this defining moment in Gilead’s history, and the lasting impact it has on the characters at the heart of the story. Follow Eyes on Screen on Instagram: @eyesonscreenpod or email us at [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Who wants to hang out?
08/05/2026 | 1 mins.
Were counting down the days until The Testaments finale and we've been speculating about having a live event to mark the end of the season and kick off a new phase of the podcast. We’re curious, would you be into joining us? We don't have firm plans in place yet, but... if hanging out in person, hearing the show live, and maybe getting involved sounds like your kind of thing, we’d love to hear from you. If you’re interested, in Sydney or could get here with sufficient notice, drop us an email via [email protected]. There's no commitment, but it would help with planning. If you drop us a line, we'll make sure you're the first to know about it if/when we make it happen. Thanks, from Sana, Haidee, Natalie and Fiona Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Testaments Season 1 Episode 7 Recap
06/05/2026 | 1h 5 mins.
We have just watched Episode 7 (“Commitment”) of The Testaments, the spinoff to The Handmaid’s Tale. It was written by Maya Goldsmith and directed by Jet Wilkinson. 'As Daisy’s secret past threatens to surface, Agnes grapples with an unwanted match and a forbidden crush. Becka meets potential matches and finds unexpected kindness in one of them'. We’re Fiona Williams, Sana Qadar, Haidee Ireland and Natalie Hambly (of Eyes on Gilead: A Handmaid’s Tale Companion fame), and we are here to unpack every detail of this episode, which serves up pressure, perspective, and the slow, uneasy beginnings of rebellion. Join us as we straddle timelines (some of us more successfully than others), greet a familiar face from Handmaid’s days, and speculate about what Easter eggs might lie in the literary connections. Watch along with us, then join the conversation. Follow Eyes on Screen on Instagram: @eyesonscreenpod or email us at [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mabel Li on Becoming Aunt Vidala | The Testaments Interview
03/05/2026 | 18 mins.
After the revelations of Episode 106 ('Stadium'), we sit down with Mabel Li, the actor behind the mysterious Aunt Vidala, for an exclusive The Testaments bonus interview. Mabel shares her insights into Vidala’s newly revealed past, what those momentous events mean for her evolving relationship with Aunt Lydia, and how the power dynamic between them may shift from here. She also talks about landing the role of a lifetime, the thought behind Vidala’s distinctive Aunt costume and the way she wears it, and what it takes to embody one of Gilead’s most intriguing new figures. Plus: with fans full of theories about Aunt Vidala, we put one of the biggest questions directly to Mabel — what was she thinking in that Episode 1 moment? You’ll have to listen to find out. Join the conversation: Follow Eyes on Screen on Instagram at @eyesonscreenpod or send an email to [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Testaments Season 1 Episode 6 Recap
29/04/2026 | 1h 5 mins.
We have just watched Episode 6 ('Stadium') of The Testaments, the spinoff to The Handmaid’s Tale, and this time, we’re thrown back into the chaotic and terrifying days of the coup that enabled Gilead. Brace yourselves, it's a Lydia flashback! And that's not all. We’re Fiona Williams, Sana Qadar, Haidee Ireland and Natalie Hambly (of Eyes on Gilead: A Handmaid’s Tale Companion fame). We are enthralled with this epic episode, which features Handmaid's Tale call backs that echo across seasons, and make us even more fascinated about this complicated character we know and um, love? (You know what we mean). Plus, there's a lot revealed about the enigmatic Vidala, and her ties to Lydia. And Judd? Well, we have plenty to say about him, don't you worry about that. Watch along with us, then join the conversation. Follow Eyes on Screen on Instagram: @eyesonscreenpod - we'll post some photos of the "haunted hysteria chair" there (this will make sense when you listen, we promise). #testamentsrecap #testamentspodcast #eyesongilead Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
From the team behind Eyes on Gilead: The Handmaid’s Tale Companion, the award-winning podcast known for deep-dive analysis and sharp observations, comes a new weekly TV and film podcast: Eyes on Screen.Hosted by Fiona Williams, Sana Qadar, Haidee Ireland and Natalie Hambly, this is a new independent show, and the next chapter for the team known for watching closely, a bit obsessively, and always with plenty to say.As The Handmaid’s Tale expands into The Testaments, we’ll be following along week by week with episode recaps, analysis and yes, dubious predictions. Alongside that, Eyes on Screen covers new TV shows, movie releases and what to watch next, as well as older favourites worth revisiting.Each week we talk through storytelling, performance, cinematography, score and the details that make a show or film work, mixing analysis with conversation, a few theories, and the kind of thoughts that come from watching something with other people who notice everything.We’ll also be speaking with cast and creators, sharing interviews and insider insight to deepen the connection to the TV shows and movies we love, and explore how they’re made behind the scenes.Because sometimes the best part of watching something is having someone to talk about it with.If you’re looking for thoughtful TV and film discussion, episode breakdowns and reviews, or a TV and film podcast that helps you decide what to watch next, this is for you.If you’re into The Testaments, TV recap podcasts, film analysis, movie reviews, or just hearing people unpack what they’ve watched in a way that feels like you're catching up with friends, you’ll feel right at home.For returning Eyes on Gilead listeners, welcome back. For new listeners, you can jump in anywhere.New episodes weekly.Follow along on Instagram @eyesonscreenpod for updates and more.Watching closely, talking it through, and enjoying the conversation along the way: This is Eyes On Screen.Eyes on Screen is a Second Look Media production. Theme music: Ashley Jane and Timon WientzekPhotography: Ashley Mar / Design: Fiona Williams Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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