I don’t think he looked off, but rather very focused, and perhaps a bit nervous. He’s literally interviewing someone that hasn’t been interviewed by any American in many many years. For him to even get this interview was probably a crazy challenge, and in return he had to be respectful but also true to his now approach to modern journalism. Also, for Putin to grant an interview, I’m sure there were stipulations/parameters that were agreed upon in the first place. Also agree that Putin was careful with what he said.