Unscriptify

It is about to be epic as we delve into the world of ancient poems and modern fantasy spectacles looking to explain the good old archetype of an epic hero, one who is brave, honorable, and a true leader. King Arthur, Beowulf, Achilles, Arjuna, and Joan of Arc, these fictional and real characters inspire people, writers, and filmmakers to this day with their glorious deeds and magnetic personalities. We talked about how cultures influence their goals and pursuits, why we tend to idealize characters and stories, and whether we will see another age of heroes in the future. Enjoy!

“If life's an exercise in making memories...no one really goes away as long as they are remembered” As we are joined by the immensely talented and visionary comic book writer, Ram V. Ram V has left an indelible mark on the world of comics with his works like "The Many Deaths of Laila Starr," "Detective Comics," "Savage Shores," and "Paradiso," exploring themes of colonialism, mythology, death, etc. We delve into the inspiration behind his critically acclaimed comics, with his timeless and universal themes, which deeply influence his narratives, while Ram V masterfully weaves ancient tales & mythology into contemporary contexts. How big of a role do Ram's roots play in his storytelling, as we explore the pivotal moments that shaped him into the acclaimed storyteller he is today, from his early beginnings as a writer to his journey through the industry? Throughout the episode, we'll embark on a voyage through the vast realms of comics with Ram V as our guide; unraveling the complexities of his characters, we'll gain insight into the depth and authenticity he brings to each one. Ram V takes us behind the scenes, revealing how art complements and enhances his storytelling and the careful balance between words and visuals in crafting an immersive experience for readers. Join us for an insightful and enchanting conversation as we traverse through the captivating worlds brought to life by Ram V's imagination.

In a brief, but engaging episode we are joined by none other than "Ya Boi" - Eryk Anders. We discussed his last performance and earning the bonus of the Fight of the Night at UFC 289 against Canada's own and the hostile crowd. We asked him how the fighter feels when he hears the crowd, heard his thoughts about issues like a fighter's pay, his reflection about current judging and ruleset, and if he holds a grudge about his loss against Lyoto Machida in Brazil via split decision. He shared with us if he miss the days when he played football, and how humbling is to step into the cage. We dared to ask about his future in UFC if he already has an eye set on his next opponent and what his next 4 fights will mean.

It is the International Fight Week! UFC brings one of the best cards of the year to Vegas, headlined by two title bouts. In the main event interim champion, Yair Rodriguez will try to become the undisputed champion against dominant king of the featherweights Alex Volkanovski. Defending his flyweight crown will be Brandon Moreno against familiar foe Alexandre Pantoja looking to bring gold to Brazil. Rest of the main card features middleweight contenders match between Robert Whittaker and Dricus Du Plessis, exciting scrap in lightweight division between Jalin Turner and Dan Hooker and clash of hyped prospect Bo Nickal and short notice debutant Val Woodburn. Happy retirement to Robbie Lawler and enjoy the show!

In this episode, we embark on an immersive journey into the mind of acclaimed comic book writer Dan Watters as we explore his distinctive approach to storytelling, as we delve into the realms of dreams, nightmares, and the supernatural that populate his works, including "The Seasons Have Teeth," "Limbo," "Home Sick Pilots," etc. Prepare to be captivated by Dan's ability to blend intricate narratives with rich symbolism and delve into the depths of the human psyche. We uncover Dan Watters' creative process as he seamlessly merges the visual medium of comics with his evocative storytelling, and how he crafts dynamic and multi-layered worlds. We delve into the dynamics of working with artists, colorists, letterers, and publishers and do initial creator ideas get transformed in such a delicate process and the rewards of bringing a shared vision to life. We debate the importance of maintaining continuity within the larger comic book universes, such as Marvel, and how Dan approaches weaving his stories into established mythologies while leaving his distinct mark on beloved characters. From his independent works to his contributions to the DC and Marvel universes, how complex is to create new worlds and new characters from scratch, how challenging is to play with established traditions, and what he has to bring to the table with his vision of Loki's story. We discuss one surreal tale at the time.

And action! In this action-packed episode, we delve into the adrenaline-fueled world of Hollywood stunts and fight choreography with one of the best stunt performers in the film industry, famous for his work in the superhero genre particularly Netflix’s Daredevil, Captain America, and Guardians of the Galaxy movies, Chris Brewster. From serving as the stunt double for Captain America to the Daredevil series, Chris Brewster's expertise has left an indelible mark on some of our favorite superhero franchises. During an enjoyable talk, we unraveled his early beginnings to becoming a sought-after stuntman and fight choreographer. Through his captivating anecdotes and insider knowledge, we get to know his craft mentors, how important to him was meeting J.J. Perry & how his colleagues David Leitch and Chad Stahelski inspire him. Chris explained how some of our most cherished on-screen moments are made, from Captain America's shield-slinging sequences to Daredevil's gravity-defying acrobatics; his phenomenal work on Daredevil and how iconic, intense, and realistic Hallway Fight was constructed and shot, what makes Charlie Cox amazing Daredevil, why he is disappointed by Daredevil's adaptation in She-Hulk, and get to hear his insights and thoughts on Disney’s upcoming series Born Again. Behind his passionate talk about characters, actors, and fight scenes, Chris hinted at his potential future in a more directorial role and told us how he sees the evolution of action cinema, going from the days of Jackie Chan to taking inspiration from anime. Enjoy!

It is that time of the year, on June 10th in Istanbul European football will crown its new champion. Manchester City and Inter Milan will go head-to-head for one the most prestigious trophies in the sport, Inter looking to add fourth one to the collection while City attempts to seal the phenomenal season with their first CL trophy. Inzaghi vs Pep, Halland vs Martinez, Calhanoglu vs De Bruyne... find out our predictions for the final and enjoy!