Matthew Miller: Yes, even more so. Even more comedy and more fun with the characters. Now that we're adding an ensemble, it should give us more opportunity for comedy as well as drama.
HTO: Have you read any of the Human Target comics or graphic novels? What is it about the story of Human Target that prompted you to accept the roll of writer on the show?
Matthew Miller: I love the Show's blend of action and comedy and I've always been a huge fan of that genre, having done work on Chuck. When Warner Brothers called, it was too good an opportunity to pass up. I was excited with all the different directions we could take it.
HTO: The show has had a rocky start in the ratings. It ' s small success may be due in part to it's sharing a day with America Idol. Why has the network decided to keep the show around and how do they plan to make changes to increase viewership?
Matthew Miller: They gave us another shot because there were so many loyal fans the first time around. Also, with the addition of female characters and a slightly more character driven show they felt it could reach a bigger audience. They gave us a real vote of confidence for Season Two.
HTO: Some call a Friday timeslot the death slot. Are you worried about the new timeslot?
Matthew Miller: Not worried at all about the new timeslot. It did pretty well for the X-FILES on Fox.
HTO: Why has Indira Varma come on board, what do you hope she can bring to the show?
Matthew Miller: We think she's an incredibly engaging, beautiful and talented actress who can be a formidable boss for our team and a romantic rival for Chance.
HTO: In some episodes viewers might notice power lines or other bits of background that do not quite look American. How do you meet the challenges of filming in Canada?
Matthew Miller: This season we are going to play the show for San Francisco clearer. Where Chance was hiding last year, he won't be this year. San Francisco will be come a real character in the show.
HTO: Do you expect to be filming at any other more exotic locations?
Matthew Miller: Yes, the show will have a much more international feel. We'll be going to places as obscure as Nepal, other places include Switzerland, Paris... all over the world.
HTO: Are there any upcoming guest stars that you can share with us?
Matthew Miller: Lennie James and Lenor Varela will be resurrecting their characters, Baptiste and Maria.
HTO: Has any members of the cast discussed with you potential storylines for there characters. Or knowing some of your actor's talents do you have any plans for episodes that might highlight a person's particular skill?
Matthew Miller: Yes. All the episodes this season will have emotional stakes not only for the person whose life is in danger, but for one of our lead characters as well.
HTO: A lot of fans have questions on what other countries will be showing Human Target and on what channels. Do you happen to know of any other counties where the show will air?
Matthew Miller: I have no idea. I'm sure it will air internationally but I don't know where.
HTO: Finally is there anything you would like to share with the fans viewing our website www.humantargetonline?
Matthew Miller: Season One set the bar extremely high and we look forward to bringing an even more electrifying action series-- We're going to do everything we can to satisfy the loyal fans and bring in a new audience.
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