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What Adamson learned in Narnia

In “Prince Caspian,” C.S. Lewis’s four Pevensie children return to Narnia older and wiser, applying lessons learned during their first trip through the wardrobe. The same applies to animator/director Andrew Adamson, who made his live-action debut with “The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe” and now builds upon that experience for the sequel. Here are the five principles that guided the helmer through his return visit. […]

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Narnia Production Blog #3: Adapting Caspian

It’s rare for a screenwriter to have the opportunity to deal with characters in more than one movie. Actually, let’s rephrase that — it’s rare for a screenwriter to have the opportunity to deal with characters in even one movie. […]

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Narnia Nominated for Hugo Award for Best Dramatic Presentation

The movie adaptation of The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe has received a Hugo nomination in the Best Dramatic Presentation, Long Form category. It’s up against Batman Begins, Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire, Serenity, and Wallace and Gromit: The Curse of the Were-Rabbit. […]

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LWW Nominated for 8 Saturn Awards

The Academy of Science Fiction, Fantasy & Horror films announced the nominations for the 32nd annual Saturn Awards on Feb. 15, and leading the pack is George Lucas’ Star Wars: Episode III—Revenge of the Sith, with 10 nominations. The awards will be presented May 2 in Universal City, Calif.

Batman Begins came in a close second, with nine nominations. The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe and Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire each received eight nominations. […]

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Director back for Narnia follow-up Prince Caspian

Andrew Adamson is set to return to the director’s chair, having just inked a deal to helm “The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian.” Adamson also will serve as a producer and co-writer, collaborating with returning scribes Christopher Markus and Steve McFeeley. The principal cast is coming back, as is producer Mark Johnson. […]

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Starz, Encore to have First Look at Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe

Starz Entertainment Group (SEG), Walt Disney Pictures and Walden Media announced today that they will partner to bring Starz and Encore viewers an exclusive sneak peek at Walt Disney Pictures’ and Walden Media’s The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe prior to its nationwide theatrical release on December 9. Starz, Starz Kids & Family and Encore viewers will be taken behind the wardrobe door to experience a 30-minute original Starz Original production and a 9-minute sneak peek of the film beginning on Thursday, November 24. […]

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Worldwide Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe Trailer Debut on May 7th

Within a 48-hour period surrounding this domestic launch, the international “roadblock” (dubbed in over 11 languages) will similarly introduce the trailer around the world, with simulcasts on popular programs in such countries as the United Kingdom, France, Germany, Japan, Australia, New Zealand, Mexico, Korea, and Latin America. In addition to the broadcast launches, each territory will partner with print and online outlets to maximize exposure […]