Knights vs Samurai Creator David Dastmalchian Reveals Which Film Roles Inspired the Comic

Knights vs Samurai Creator David Dastmalchian Reveals Which Film Roles Inspired the Comic

As a lifelong fan of captivating narratives and intricate character development, I find myself utterly enthralled by David Dastmalchian‘s latest venture into the world of comics – Knights vs. Samurai. With a career spanning across film, television, and comic books, Dastmalchian has honed his storytelling skills to create compelling narratives that resonate deeply with readers.


In addition to being a busy character actor and comic book creator, David Dastmalchian has been instrumental in bringing unique and surprising tales to life. Starting later this month, Dastmalchian will collaborate with Todd McFarlane and artist Federico Mele on the fresh Image Comics series, Knights vs. Samurai, which promises to continue this trend. In a conversation with ComicBook about the upcoming launch of Knights vs. Samurai, Dastmalchian mentioned that his work with James Gunn on the 2022 film, The Suicide Squad, served as an inspiration for how he developed the relationships within the series.

In every aspect of my creative process, it’s a complete commitment. Your question is timely because most of my narrative works, whether they are screenplays, teleplays, plays, or comic books, have typically centered around one main character with a few crucial supporting roles. However, the story we’re exploring now remains focused on a single protagonist embarking on a hero’s journey, a familiar narrative structure that resonates with us all.

As a movie enthusiast, I passionately believe that a simple team affiliation isn’t enough to create a profound impact. I need a vibrant, interactive dynamic between the characters to make the story meaningful. I could cite countless instances, but the power of influence is immense in every great filmmaker I’ve collaborated with. A master storyteller like Todd gets this: he knows that you can craft an action-packed scene filled with muscle-bound warriors clashing Katanas, broadswords, nunchucks, and throwing stars against spears and crossbows. Yet, no matter how visually stunning it is, it’s all for nothing if the audience doesn’t care about the characters or their relationships.

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Knights vs. Samurai

Knights vs. Samurai #1 will be released wherever comics are sold on September 25th.

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2024-09-11 01:09