Kultura / culture
- I remember answering a similar question a few years ago, and I think it was in reference to the sixth season, when I said that our series was at a major tip- ping point because in today’s times there aren’t many formats that get such a large number of continuations. I also recall thinking back then that the time had come to say goodbye to the show, and according to some ide- as that should have come after the 8 th season. Howev- er, saying goodbye to Hawaii isn’t easy, so we contin- ued hanging out for another year. All I can say today is that those were wonderful years and that it’s real- ly unusual to experience that feeling of the audience wanting you to come back time and again. Hawaii Five-0 is one of the last major pro- cedural drama shows of what we could call the era of excessive streaming. What do you think is the secret of the show’s success? - What we did with our show, at the time its screen- ing premiered, was something that differed completely from what viewers had previously had an opportuni- ty to see. I also believe every successful show contains an element of alchemy, which in this case is linked to the chemistry between the cast members, that which screenwriter Peter Lenkov brings with his writing, to- gether with the star of the show – which is Hawaii it- self. All that combined has proved decisive in ensur- ing the success of the show. You had the privilege of shooting almost the entire show on that stunningly beautiful is- land. When did you start feeling at home in Hawaii? - As an actor, I’ve been taught to settle quite well and quite quickly almost anywhere. Our profession is fairly reminiscent of that of a travelling salesman. It was quite easy to hang your hat and settle comforta- bly in Hawaii. I didn’t need long to start feeling good there, but if we’re talking about the exact moment then I’d say it was after two years. It was then that I knew that Hawaii would be in my heart forever. It can’t hurt that you’re working in paradise. People often say that island life can be bor- ing. Did you get bored of Hawaii after 10 years?
- Tourists come to Hawaii for a week, but there are also tough aspects of living on an island in the middle of the ocean. All places have their own pros and cons. My family was with me while we were shooting, and we always tried to discover something new about the Hawaiian Islands. We never went to one place exclusively. I also believe that even the most hedonistic people would tire of Hawaii after a while. When you start taking something for granted, it can easily lose its charm. I actually don’t want that to ever happen to me when it comes to anything, so we travel regularly and maintain a dynamic life. With this show, we also had an opportu- nity to see your hero’s character arc de- veloping from season to season. His rela- tionship with his mother is particularly specific? - I think the relationship of vulnerability and trust between a mother and child is crucial in form- ing the personality of every person. In McGarrett’s case, that relationship was ruined. Since we first got to know him, he’s been trying to understand the es- sence of their relationship. One of the most striking parts of this story for me was precisely that primal fear of his with regard to everything he could expect from the person who should be the only one in the world that never poses a threat to him. On the other hand, the relationship with Steve’s colleague Danny, played by the wonderful Scott Caan, somehow gave the entire show wings... - Scott is first and foremost my friend. We've become inseparable over the years, and it's always nice to work with your pal. It’s fun when you’re friends with the people you work with – and that also goes for the rest of the cast. Work becomes less painful and the long, long, long hours of shooting become more tolerable. If we weren’t friends, this show wouldn’t have run for so many years. I believe that our collective dynamic was one of the factors determining the success of Hawaii Five-0.
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