Peter Jackson's instincts are extraordinary, as is his stamina.

Making films has never just been a job to me, it is my life. I have some interests outside of acting - I sing and I've written books, for instance - but acting is what keeps me going, it's what I do, it gives life purpose.

My favourite country is Finland because once you get to a certain point, you can drive for hours without seeing a single person. I love peace and quiet - something I don't get very often.

I was once asked what I thought was the most disquieting thing you could see on the screen and I said, "An open door".

As far as I am concerned, Don Quixote is the most metal fictional character that I know. Single handed, he is trying to change the world, regardless of any personal consequences.

The saddest country I went to was Romania, years ago, during Ceausescu's rule.

I have been metal all my life, only I did not know about it. The people in this album (Charlemagne) and I, share the same values.