IESB has an interview with Paul Wesley.
Read the entire interview here.
Here is an excerpt:
Q: The show is a vampire story, a love story and a historical drama. Do you think that’s why it appeals to fans?
Paul: I think it’s brought in a lot of fans because there’s an undercurrent of something deeper. The thing about The Vampire Diaries is, if you watch it as an adult, it’s because it really is engaging, smart writing. Kevin Williamson has this dialogue that can cater to a youthful, smart audience, but as an adult, you can watch it and find yourself riveted and have no idea why.
Q: What did you think about getting the role of a vampire?
Paul: It was a huge undertaking. I was a little nervous because there’s a lot to think about. It’s, “Okay, how do I encompass 160 years of knowledge in my brain when I’m 27?” I’m thinking about the wisdom of my grandfather, who’s 80 and probably my hero.
Q: Growing up, did you ever want to be a vampire?
Paul: To be honest with you, I’d never thought about it. But, when I read about 160-year-old guy who was stuck in a kid’s body, I thought, “Well, this is going to be the most challenging role of my life, if I get it,” and it has been. Try encompassing 160 years of knowledge into your brain. My grandfather is 80 and my hero. He’s the wisest man I’ve ever met in my life, and I’m playing a character that’s twice his age. Stefan has been through the Civil War. He’s been through every fad — the ‘60s, the ‘70s, the ‘80s, the grunge ‘90s, everything.
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Storm
April 14th, 2011 at 1:33 pm
GjZFnJ Very true! Makes a change to see soomnee spell it out like that.