Character background and inspiration
Tom Leeb, who plays the Marquis in The Adventures of Cat's Eyes, explained that the character is inspired by the Rat from Tsukasa Hōjō's manga. While the series changed the character's identity, it kept the core themes and conflicts intact.Portraying a complex character
Leeb described the Marquis as a dangerous and ambiguous figure, enjoying the challenge of exploring both his darker and more comedic sides. He appreciated the freedom to use makeup to express different aspects of the character, especially in television.Collaboration with Camille Lou
Leeb praised Camille Lou, who plays Tam in the series, for her generosity and acting skills. Their strong friendship, built from a previous film project in Marseille, helped create a natural chemistry on screen.Balancing humor and realism
Leeb noted the challenge of making the Marquis believable despite his eccentric traits. He aimed to portray the character as someone who could be recognized on the street, even with his multilingual abilities and varied talents.Future in directing
In addition to acting, Leeb is interested in directing. He has directed a short film shown at festivals and is now working on a feature film based on that project. He suggested that directing might be more exciting for him than acting.
