How do you take an idea that's been years in the making and finally bring it to the screen?

In this episode of The Bearded IFA Diaries, I'm joined by Michael Roberts, actor, filmmaker and founder of Take The Cask Productions, to discuss the exciting journey behind Morbid—a comedy sitcom centred around the day-to-day lives of a funeral directors.

With the second pilot episode now released, Michael shares the inspiration behind the series, where the original idea came from, and why a funeral parlour proved to be the perfect setting for comedy. We explore the creative process, the challenges of independent filmmaking, and the determination needed to turn an ambitious concept into reality.

Michael also talks about balancing acting, directing and producing, working with talented casts and crews, and why perseverance is one of the most important qualities for anyone working in the creative industries.

Whether you're interested in filmmaking, comedy, entrepreneurship or simply enjoy hearing the stories behind creative projects, this episode offers a fascinating insight into what it takes to bring an original television series to life.

In this episode:

🎬 The story behind Morbid
⚰️ Why a funeral directors became the setting for a sitcom
💡 Where the inspiration came from
🎭 Acting, directing and producing independent films
🎥 The challenges of creating a pilot episode
🚀 Why persistence is essential in the creative industries
🎞️ What's next for Morbid and Take The Cask Productions

If you've ever wondered how a television series gets off the ground—or how years of ideas eventually become reality—this is an episode you won't want to miss.

🎥 Watch the Morbid Pilot Episode 2 here:
https://youtu.be/h7ZY13mkwww?is=oSDS4nCnRGOsAzUl

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