Fearnet And PopStar.com Interviews With Mark Pellegrino

[Shaula]

The site PopStar.com has an exclusive interview with the actor Mark Pellegrino, who plays Lucifer.

Mark talks about his character and what is in store for him, so be aware of the spoilers!



Exclusive Interview: Mark Pellegrino (Lucifer on Supernatural), Part I


You may not know the name just yet -- though you will -- but if you're a fan of Dexter, Supernatural (TV) and/or Lost, then you know Mark Pellegrino. Pellegrino, who can boast of 100 film and television credits, played Paul, Rita's (Rita Benz) piece-of-work ex-husband on Dexter, and he's also Lucifer on Supernatural and the mysterious Jacob on Lost. He'll be back on Supernatural on Nov. 19, in the show's last episode for 2009, "Abandon All Hope," and will return to Lost when that series kicks off its sixth and final season in early 2010. PopStar recently caught up with Pellegrino for an extensive --and exclusive -- two-part interview. Look for part two tomorrow.

At this point, when people recognize you on the street, what role is it that they most associate you with?
The most feedback I get so far is from Dexter and it usually goes something like this: "Oh my God. you're Paul from Dexter right?" "Yes." "I love you man. You are such an a--hole. Do you mind signing something or taking a picture with me...?" But here's a little bit of recent irony. When I'm in Hawaii shooting for Lost I've been getting stopped for Supernatural. And when I'm in Vancouver shooting for Supernatural I've been getting stopped for Lost. Go figure.

Let's talk about Supernatural and then we'll get into Lost in the second part of our conversation. So many actors have played Lucifer/Satan over the years. How did you go about delivering a performance and creating a character that was at once familiar and scary, but fresh and original?
Well, luckily the writers have a very different take on things with respect to the dynamics of the angels. As you know, the angels in the show can be, well, a---holes. It is Lucifer who is kind and empathetic and truthful. So, play the "Prince of Lies" as the most sincere one of the bunch and you have a fresh take. But I have a feeling things are gonna change. Lucifer has a big chip on his shoulder and that can't be restrained for long.

We know that Sam (Jared Padalecki) is Lucifer's true vessel, so give us a preview of what happens in "Abandon All Hope."
The proverbial crap is gonna fly. Hell, it's the apocalypse for crying out loud. Something's gotta give. If I tell you more than that I'll have to kill you.

How much do you personally need to understand all of the crazy, complicated back story involving Lilith (Katherine Boecher) and Azazel (Fredric Lehne) and the 66 Seals, etc., in order to play what (executive producer) Eric Kripke and the writers pop into their scripts?
Well, I had to learn Enochian. Who knew that was a real language? And I have been reading the Book of Enoch as a preparation for this. But, so far, I've found that the history and backstory haven't been necessary. Lucifer's fall from grace is a well known story and the bare bones of this tale is revenge. All I really have to bring to it is a strong sense of the justice of my cause and a sense of humor.

How much more of you will we see on the show after this next episode?
Well, that all depends on the strength of my vessel. And in "Abandon All Hope," Nick, my vessel, is looking a little piqued, I have to admit. Hopefully, he can hold out for a while. I personally think Nick was angry enough to contain Lucifer for longer, but one can never tell.

Be honest, who's more evil, Lucifer from Supernatural or Paul from Dexter?
This may sound totally insane, but I don't think either of them is evil. Think about it. Lucifer was betrayed by his father and his brother for the equivalent of a dog. Mercilessly beaten down and forever cast away from those whom he adored and dammit he's pissed about it and wants a little payback. Paul does a bad thing, I'll admit, but comes back from jail a changed man. He has a dream to reunite his family, but whoa, here's this other man romancing his wife and cozying up to his kids. And that will not stand. You follow? You think I'm a freak now, don't you?

Written By Ian Spelling (Contributing Writer)

[MrsWinchester]

What do you think he means by "The proverbial crap is gonna fly" ??

[Shaula]

I was trying to think about it, too, but... I have no idea besides that things will be pretty bad.

[MrsWinchester]

I found an other interview !

I'm scared for Dean now...

http://www.fearnet.com/news/intervie...his_weeks.html

[Shaula]

Girl, you're awesome! Thank you!

I'll repost it here to be easier to read:

Exclusive: Mark Pellegrino on This Week's 'Supernatural'


It’s been a tough year for Sam and Dean Winchester. The two brothers spent most of the fourth season of Supernatural dealing with Dean’s mysterious resurrection from the grave and trying to prevent the demon Lilith from breaking the seals that would allow Lucifer to once again walk the Earth. However, it was a duped Sam who ultimately freed the fallen angel from his fiery imprisonment. Currently inhabiting the body of a man named Nick, Lucifer has been pursuing the boys, since he requires Sam as a human vessel in order to fully unleash his power.

This week's episode 5.10, "Abandon All Hope..." is the last original episode of 2009 (new originals will return to The CW on Thursday, Jan. 14, 2010). But we were lucky enough to catch up with Lucifer himself, actor Mark Pellegrino, on the show's Vancouver set in the midst of filming "Abandon All Hope..."; and he told us about the hell he'll be raising on Supernatural.


What grabbed you about the series’ take on the iconic figure Lucifer?
It’s uncliche to me. It’s not a moustache-twirling bad guy who is obviously evil. To me, he’s just a human being in touch with how people feel. To me, the notion of Satan is a very human struggle. It’s a guy who has a real beef or issue and is just trying to pursue justice. He’s been betrayed for crying out loud and wants to do something about it. That’s very human. He’s appealing, which I like, and is different from the other angels, who are kind of dicks.

Indeed, Lucifer’s been very charismatic and almost sympathetic, which means, so far, he’s been all talk. When do we finally get to see the devil inside?
Yeah, well his beef is starting to come to the surface. In the episode I am filming right now, you start to see bad things happen. I kind of do it a little innocently too. It’s just collateral damage and when I make my next appeal to Sam, some of the real feelings start to bubble out.

Does Lucifer actually have a grand master plan?
I think he does have a game plan but the overall goal is the destruction of the human race, to take over heaven, and be reseated where he belongs.

What kind of confrontation can we expect between Lucifer and the angel Castiel?
It played out kind of cool actually. I have him in a ring of holy fire and I try to convince him to come over to my side, which of course he doesn’t do. Lucifer has a very interesting take on the whole thing which is “Well, you have time to change your mind and if you don’t, so be it. This is the way things are supposed to be.” It’s this fantastic point of view that everything is going to turn his way. The confrontation was very interesting. It’s like two gunfighters in a way, with me making an appeal to him and Castiel being very stubborn.

Does your storyline wrap up in this episode, 5.10?
I was doing a minimum of three and this is already the third, but it looks like there is going to be more based on what I’ve read.

Lastly, Lucifer has already approached Sam but does he have any contact with Dean?
Well, I laid Jensen Ackles out. I knocked him for a loop. Me and Dean have a bit of a confrontation and he gets the worst of it. Poor guy.

[MrsWinchester]

You're welcome !!

[Shaula]

I'm scared for Dean, too... First the hellhounds (they're in the last clip) and now Lucifer himself will knocked him up....

And... What does that mean for Sam?

[lere]

Only Dean would face the Devil himself without any powers. My brave silly Dean *cuddles*

So if he will be coming back it means Sammy will not say yes...yet.

[Shaula]

I hope we'll see Mark until Lucifer is dead.