The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian (2008)

About The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian

The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian is the second installment in The Chronicles of Narnia film series from Walt Disney Pictures and Walden Media, based on Prince Caspian, the second-published novel in C.S. Lewis's epic fantasy series. A year after the events of "The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe," the Kings and Queens of Narnia find themselves back in that faraway wondrous realm, only to discover that more than 1300 Narnian years have passed. Their old friend, the faun Mr. Tumnus, is long gone. Narnia is now dominated by King Miraz, who aims to kill his nephew Prince Caspian, and the Narnians have been driven into hiding. The children embark on an incredible journey to find Caspian and a noble army of Narnians to reclaim their land.

Making / Production

The film was directed by Andrew Adamson, who also directed the previous film, and the screenplay was written by Adamson and Christopher Markus & Stephen McFeely. Filming took place in various locations around the world including New Zealand, the Czech Republic, and Slovenia. The budget for this film was approximately $225 million, making it one of the most expensive films ever made at the time of its release.

Actors

• William Moseley as Peter Pevensie - portrays the oldest Pevensie sibling and the high King of Narnia with a strong commitment and determination.
• Anna Popplewell as Susan Pevensie - plays the sensible and practical queen of Narnia with grace and diligence.
• Skandar Keynes as Edmund Pevensie - portrays the quick-thinking and brave king of Narnia convincingly.
• Georgie Henley as Lucy Pevensie - the youngest Pevensie portrays the faithful and innocent queen of Narnia with charm and spirit.
• Ben Barnes as Prince Caspian - wonderfully portrays the young, rightful king of Narnia on a mission to reclaim his throne.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• This was the last film in the series to be co-produced by Walt Disney Pictures, as they declined to co-produce the sequel, "The Voyage of the Dawn Treader".
• The film's script merges elements from the original novel 'Prince Caspian' with those of 'The Horse and His Boy'.
• The film's castle siege is significantly larger and longer than the one in the novel.

Awards

While the film did not achieve significant awards success, it was nominated for numerous visual effects and audience choice awards, reflecting the film's technical quality and its popularity among viewers.

Quotes

• "Things never happen the same way twice." - Aslan
• "You may find Narnia a more savage place than you remember." - Trumpkin
• "When Aslan bares his teeth, winter meets its death." - Susan

Music, Soundtrack

• The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian (An Original Walt Disney Records Soundtrack) - Harry Gregson-Williams
• The Call - Regina Spektor
• No Need To Say Goodbye - The Call