BAFTA Red Carpet - Aaron Paul Soundbite

The transcript discusses the initial reactions and surprise success of the TV show Breaking Bad. It highlights the addictive nature of the show and the unexpected traction it gained. The premise of the show, involving a high school chemistry teacher who turns to cooking meth after a cancer diagnosis, is explained. The cinematic appeal of the show is also mentioned.

What motivated the main character to start cooking meth?

What was the general perception of the show's concept when it was first introduced?