One Year To Go: NarniaWebbers Discuss Expectations
Thus far, the anticipation for The Chronicles of Narnia: The Voyage of the Dawn Treader has been characterized by uncertainty. For a long time, we were not even sure if the movie would get made. But, one thing is certain: If the third film in the series suffers the same fate as the second, it is very possible we will not see a fourth.
Does Prince Caspianās disappointing box office indicate that The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe was merely a one-hit wonder? Or was Prince Caspian just a one-time hiccup? What will happen to the franchise without Disney? What approach will Fox take to marketing? Will a December release date give the film a box office boost? Will the film be able to overcome its competition? Will The Silver Chair be green-lit?
In addition to those questions regarding the commercial state of the franchise, there has been plenty of discussion, speculation, and controversy about the script. What is this āunfathomable fateā mentioned in the synopsis? How many creatures will be on board the ship? Did Ben Barnes really mean there will be āpitched battlesā? How big of a role will the Mysterious Little Girl (Gael) have? What kind of vision of Narnia will Michael Apted bring, and how will it differ from Andrew Adamsonās?
As of today, we only have one more year of anticipation before these questions are answered. To mark this occasion, we decided to ask a handful of NarniaWebbers how they feel about the state of the franchise, and their general expectations for the third film in the series. First up, we have a special edition podcast in which Rilian (Podcaster), GlumPuddle (News Poster), and first-time guest Fantasia_Kitty (Admin) share how they are feeling with one year to go. Listen below:
We also asked some of the forum moderators to type up their thoughts:
AJAiken: (Moderator: Cast and Character Discussion)
I adore the 2005 and 2008 adaptations of The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe and Prince Caspian. Though there are moments which make the purist in me cringe, these films are two of my favorites. Besides being truly gorgeous pieces of work ā have you seen the costumes, the sets, the cinematography? ā they are quality movies. People who really love the books have worked hard to show their vision ā yes, anyone who puts so much work into films such as these will show something of themselves that perhaps is not canonical. Iād much rather watch Susaspian than the planned adaption of LWW that set the story in San Francisco and had hamburgers instead of Turkish Delight. So I canāt wait to find out who Gael is and where she ties in to the story, and whether the production has finally stuck to character traits from the books. Iām hoping The Voyage of the Dawn Treader is as exciting and well-made as the first two films, and from what Iāve seen and heard thatās going to be so..
DiGoRyKiRkE (Moderator: Narnia Fan Art)
My biggest concern for Voyage, and, by extension, the whole Narnia franchise, resides with Eustace.
At this point in the story, the Pevensie story line is coming to an end, and a new exciting chapter is set to begin. As a book, it works quite well, because people fall in love with the land of Narnia itself, rather than with the characters (at least I did). I’m not sure the same thing can be said of these films, in which I think the emphasis has been placed too heavily on the Pevensies, and the actors/actresses portraying them.
In an ideal world (at least for me) the crew of voyage would start to focus more on the land itself, rather than the individual characters. However, if the Narnia films to date are any example, this is nothing more than a pipe dream. It is for that reason that my biggest concern lies with Eustace.
If the filmmakers cannot sell him as a truly endearing character, which will be difficult due to his indifferent attitude at the beginning of the film/book, they may find themselves in hot water. It is my biggest fear that people will go along with their first impression of Eustace, and that movie-goers will not invest two hours of their lives in Silver Chair, if they know that the Pevensies aren’t going to be in it.
So, in closing, the filmmakers of Voyage need to shift away from Lucy and Edmund. Yes, they have interesting story lines, but Eustace is the future of this franchise, and if they alienate him as a character to placate the movie fans, rather than the book fans, I’m afraid that this franchise may sink.
GlimGlum (Moderator: Cast and Character Discussion)
I believe that one of the strengths VDT possesses is its great contrasts and balance of light and dark story elements. Some examples:
ā¢ Eustaceās early ārecord stinkerā character – After being āundragonedā mostly positive changes
ā¢ Slave trade and Gumpas – Slaves freed by Caspian & crew and Lord Bern
ā¢ Dufflepuds menacing at first – Funny and cute after Lucyās enchantment removal efforts
ā¢ The Dark Island and Lord Rhoopās tormented character – Ramanduās Island with bigger and brighter sun, singing birds, and of course Ramanduās lovely daughterI think that the overall audience appeal will be higher than PC because of the adventure, action (not too much we hope), real magic with a magician/wizard (Coriakin) and his house and book, fun for kids with the Dufflepuds(after becoming visible again), some scares(Dark Island), discovery(underwater Kingdom), and a wee bit of romance(I wonder who?), and the spiritual aspects of the ending.
With a better story and greater appeal, I think VDT has a really good chance of setting things right again for the Narnia film series. The new film crew and director Michael Apted are experienced and professional filmmakers. I am optimistic.
Starkat (Moderator: Cast and Character Discussion)
In my opinion, Prince Caspian was a good movie, but not a good adaptation of the book. It missed one key thing that made the book so special to me. Peter was arrogant and did not bother to take Caspian seriously. By shifting the focus to āWe havenāt come to take your place, but to put you into it,ā the movie would have been a much better adaptation.
Marketing was another problem. Too much too fast was offered up and there was no way for the public to absorb the release and share their excitement with their friends. Word of mouth was one of LWWās greatest strengths.
With some of the early reports from the set, I wonder if we are going to have the same problem with VDT. The BBC turned out a faithful adaptation that was also a good serial. I would hope that the writers have learned their lesson and minimize the changes. The marketing seems much more sound. It remains to be seen what the adaptation will be like. I would like to repeat my LWW experience with the wonder and excitement that I felt when reading the book instead of having to see the movie several times just to get pulled into the story like with PC.
GymFan15 (Moderator: Narnia Fan Art)
I’m still not really sure what to think about VDT. So much depends on this movie doing well, and we already know that movie-going audiences can be very fickle when it comes to likes and dislikes. Some parts about the new movie that I’ve been able to see so far really excite me, like the production design, Will Poulter as Eustace, and a care for detail. Other parts leave me perplexed, a bit confused, and a little worried, like various plot and story changes that we know have taken place, and could change the success of the movie drastically, for better or for worse.
I think that either VDT will be a big success, going far and beyond what PC and perhaps even LWW took in, or it will crash and burn, making less than PC and putting the final nail in the coffin for the Narnia franchise. I don’t think there’s a middle ground.
So for us Narnia fans, we can only sit back and wait, hoping that the filmmakers know what they are doing and that everything will turn out all right. It’s far too early to make any kind of prediction either way.
What will happen? Find out this time next year! (In the meantime, isn’t it time you re-read the series?)
Now, we want to know what YOU think. Post your thoughts below or in the forum.
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I can't say I really know what I'm feeling right now with just a year to go. Iām happy that VDT is alive and well after all the speculating whether it was going to be made or not. With that said Iām still a bit nervous, but still very optimistic! I think I must just think the best of things, have hope and take what ever comes as we wait for this final year to countdown. After all is said and done, it's in God's hands, and it couldn't be in better ones then His! God Bless and on to the final countdown!
I have adored the Chronicles of Narnia since I was a little boy. On average, I have read the entire set at least twice a year for the past twenty years. I am also an avid fan of Tolkien's universe, along with virtually any other fantasy tale I can get my hands on.
Something that perplexes me when I watch fantasy films is that more often than not, the filmmakers miss the 'magic' of fantasy. Sure, they dazzle us with elaborate and well-executed special effects. They capture the main plot points and 'embellish' to make the story more audience-friendly. They might even attain a certain degree of subtlety in a genre often plagued with over-emphasized action shots and trite romances. But they miss what makes a fantasy film wondrous.
In the Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe, Lewis describes the monsters of the Stone Table scene–by not describing them. He leaves them to the imagination: one of the strongest tools in literature and art. Is this possible in a commercially successful film? I think it is; in fact, I think it makes an artistically credible and commercially successful film. Consider Pan's Labyrinth. Elegant, understated special effects, gorgeous photography, and an authentic sense of reflection. Speaking of Pan's Labyrinth, what happened to Tales that had real danger and real acts of courage/sacrifice?
It's all there in the books. I know for a fact that I'm not the only loyal Lewis fan that felt significantly underwhelmed by Aslan's sacrifice/resurrection in LWW and the 'waking of the trees' in PC. Will the Voyage of the Dawn Treader film live up to the richness of the book? Here's hoping for the best.
I hope all go's really well and that they decide to make all of them the one's i have seen so far are great i watch them all the time if someone asked me to watch it with them i could never say no to it they are so great keep up the great work
i love the books
Yep. You are correct in saying that. We can only pray for the best.
I have high expectations for this movie. Well, for one thing, this movie ISN'T Disney. As you can tell, Disney is kinda going down a different path at this moment, with all the music and shows they do. If they were doing VDT who knows what could happen? I have complete faith in Fox. With all this buzz building up anticipation, there will be more people who will want to see this movie to find out who the MLG is, and what the "unfathomable fate" is. Just that anticipation alone could bring in a lot of box office points. š
I am worried about SOME things though, very few if any. If Fox just decides to add these, elements..say..from other books?, that could make us all unhappy. Of course, some people may not notice because they're not as big of fans of Narnia as we all are š but for us, it will make a difference. Also, like Crews said, film makers love the "fantasy" element of some stories. If they over fantacise it (If that even makes sense) That would not be appreciated either..
Nevertheless, I have very high expectations for this movie. I am excited to see what they are going to do, and I am very excited to find out who the MLG is and what this "unfathomable fate" is. I will probably end up seeing this movie numerous times in the theater, than buy the 3-disc DVD when it comes out. š
It is kinda hard to say.. but i have some excitements š
I just hope they continue to make all the movies dispite how much money this movie makes
My hopes for the VDT movie is that even if it makes a few disappointing changes, it will still adapt our favorite scenes well, keep the major themes of the book (adventure, discovery, friendship and courage, Eustace's transformation–and I don't have time to think of any more), and leave us Narnia fans, and also general audiences, with a good feeling after seeing the film. I hope everyone will wish to see more, instead of thinking two hours of their lives were wasted.
Is that too much to ask? I hope not. But although I'm a little nervous about the movie, I'm still optimistic. Here's to hoping we won't be disappointed. š
can't wait for this movie. i think it will be amazing!
just so sad that Disney decided not to become a part of this movie. It's Fox now.
Only one year!!!!! YAY!!!!! I'm so excited. š
Of course it will be amazing!
i dont really know if i can say im optimistic or pessimistic of the whole thing. i know i WILL love it because, after all, its narnia, and just for that fact. the other love depends on if i LIKE it. what i mean is if it comes up to my expectations of a good narnia movie, and doesnt fall away like prince caspian. there's so many changes going on and i think thats whats getting people nervous. a new director, a new partner for walden media, new characters, a new plot, basically there's a lot of changes going on, and people tend to panic when there's changes. though there are some changes i dont think im too happy with, i cant judge yet until i've seen the movie. i mean, nobody knows if the character changes with rhince and rynelf are as bad as we make it sound, or any of these "battles and plots". it could maybe make this movie successful. i highly respect those who want it close to the book, i do to, but there are also those who havent read them and are just going to see the movie cuz they liked the other ones, and they may not be satisfied with how the book exactly is. a business, especially the movie business, has to think about ALL their customers and fans, not just those that like them because they like the book. right now im just doing my best to not think badly of anything thats going on. if the movie's good, i'll like it. sure, there were plenty of things i didnt like about prince caspian, but that didnt mean i didnt go buy it. i still loved it, because it was good in QUALITY. i think too many people looks at the story in the movie too much, and judge it by that, but really what matters the most is the quality. even if the plot was completely changed and they switched everything, if the quality's good, i'll like it. i think everyone just needs to sit back and relax and not worry about this. besides, the more you worry about it during the time its made, you wont be able to enjoy it as much :-).
I never thought that Andrew was the right one for the job, these movie were his first live-action movies. I my opinion we needed someone with a little more experience. Some on e that would not do his dream of Narnia but THE dream of Narnia. Because I think the two are very far apart. have seen some of Micheal Apted's movies and really like them, so even if the plot is different from the book I am hoping that everything else will be good. I think that they almost tried to hard in PC. Keep the story of Aslan alive!
I will agree with you!
I woke up today thinking, "December 10? One more year till Voyage!" And then I wondered if Narniaweb would do anything special for the occasion. I have my answer š I, for one, and thrilled about this movie. I'm apprehensive about a few things, but I have a good feeling about this one. Not sure why. Here's to hoping that Voyage is great, and the series continues!
Dispite all the rumored plot changes and character changes, I'm feeling strangely optimistic about VDT. Maybe that's because I'm simply a optimistic person by nature, but so far I've seen many things that perhaps can conpensate for this feeling. The Dawn Treader herself is a masterpiece – better than anything I could have imagined, and I'm so excited to see her on the big screen. I'm also very excited to see WIll Poulter as Eustace. From the few short glances we've seen of him in the spy videos, I'm really hoping he's going to turn out to be a great actor who can continue the series in the absence of the Pevensies. Sure, there's going to be some changes in VDT, but that's because no adaptation can be "perfect". Changes are necessary in order to make a good movie. One of these changes, creatures onboard the Dawn Treader, is necessary to bridge the gap between PC and VDT. And as far as the new studio and director, hopefully we'll be seeing improved marketing that will let more people know about VDT. Overall, I'm expecting to enjoy VDT. Let me not be proven wrong.
I remain cautiously optimistic. At the same time I am a little anxious, as VDT is one of my favoritest of the series, and I dearly hope they will improve Reepicheep. Everything considered, it looks really wonderful so far – and even if worst comes to worst, it could not possibly be as bad as Prince Caspian. š
All the same, I am trying not to raise my expectations too high – that was, I think, the reason I was so disappointed with PC.
Prince Caspian made 400 million dollars at the box office. Why is that bad? Sure it didn't make the same as the first film, but 400 million is a lot more than some movies even wish they could make. Some don't even make a 100 million and we still talk about them. Caspian would have done a lot better during the holidays, but what's done is done. The voyage is a year away. I'm so ready.
The difference between Pan's Labyrinth and the Narnia films is that Pan was straight to film, so there was never any written source material to compare it to. In any case Lewis himself criticized the film medium for precisely the same reason you laid out: translation to film takes the imagination out of a story. It's true to an extent by laying out physical foundations that can't be changed, but I fully believe film still manages to capture and stir peoples' imaginations. The Narnia films have done this for people, evident in how many have gone to see them regardless of their familiarity with the books.
I for one am looking forward to VDT. A year is too long to wait! But I'll be patient because that December release date is most ideal.
I wonder the same thing because $400mil is nothing to laugh at. Less than expected yes, but so what? If anyone thought Prince Caspian was supposed to raise the bar I don't know what to say because even in book form I feel PC isn't as engaging a story as LWW.
I. Can't. Wait.
That sums up my feelings on VDT. I want something now. Just a quick teaser trailer. Something. Anything. I'm highly enthusiastic for the film while holding modest expectations and hope I can pull through till next December!
One of the greatest factors determining VDT's success, imo, will be its fidelity to the spirit of the book. If they take too big of a departure… they will lose the enthusiasm of the hardcore Narnia fans, who are the real advertising.
I really liked some of the little additions in LWW–the fox, for example, could have come straight from Lewis' pen. If the adaptations in VDT don't go too far, it has a good chance of success; if they are PC style, it dies.
Of course that's not the only factor, but it's one of the greatest I can see.
I hope the marketing is better for VDT. On PC the media buys seemed to be on Disney-owned properties like Disney Channel and ABC. I hope they stayed true to the nature of VDT such as the characters used their wits rather than swords to conquer their enemies. Please no epic battles. I hope they really developed Eustace so we can have Silver Chair, but I hope that Lucy, Edmund and Reep get a proper tribute at the end. I consider the ending of VDT one of the most important moral and religious scenes in all the Chronicles. VDT ends the first half of Narnia. The high kings and queens are now gone. Most of all I hope that they captured the vast mental image that the book created. This is a book to really stimulate vivid dreams. Obviously all our dreams are different, but I hope the filmmakers found a good compromise. Like PC next December 10 I will enter the theater with small expectations and hope to be pleasantly surprised. No one can film a movie as good as the one in my mind, but I can hope that the filmmakers come close. This is the problem of such good books as the Chronicles.
I am very nervous about this movie, especially after reading the Douglas Gresham interview where he said changes had to be made and things added or there would be no movie. I hope it does well so they will continue with the Chronicles!! My motto though is Keep Smiling! =]
I disagree that just because it has Narnia in the title, it's Narnia. I've seen many adaptations where the only thing they get right is the title.
i think jesus will make something good with the movie because this narnia movies are a way to submit god's word to the people!! Lets Pray for this!!! it will be a great success AMEN!!!!!!!!!!
$420m at the box office meant that a huge amount of time and money was spent for very little profit. These movies are very expensive to make.
What I AM REALLY SICK OF IS PEOPLE WHINING ABOUT PC. IT WAS A GREAT FILM DESPITE WHAT ALL THE WHINERS SAY. VDT WILL BE THE BEST FILM YET
I agree. Prince Caspian was awesome, the only thing I didn't like was the stuff between Caspian and Susan and Caspian and Peter. But, PC and LWW are equal on my favorite movies list(#1) because although LWW had a better, book-like plot, PC had better action and better special effects. The trees were my favorite scene in PC, and in LWW, it was when Lucy first entered Narnia.
One episodic film that did very well financially is Finding Nemo. Maybe Walden and Fox could learn a few things from Pixar.
I agree completely!!!!
Like DiGoRyKiRkE said this does rely quite heavily on Eustace, but with the great actor that Will is I'm sure that he will become just as popular as the Pevisies.
Another thing is if Harry Potter survived with 3 different directors why can't we? I'm sure Michal Apted will do a wonderful job. Besides look at the sets and costumes! They're beautiful!
I feel that we shouldn't change what C.S. Lewis has done but I guess they thought it was the best choice. Oh well…
All those questions are quite creepy, but we should just wait and hope for the best!
Really? That's terrible!
Yeah so do I, that's why I'm sad that they changed things…oh well..It'll probably benefit the movie somehow.
Hahaha, agreed. Amen š
awesome podcast. everything was really well said. (btw- i am also one of those people who liked caspian more than wardrobe ;-))
Profit doesn't equate quality. However I agree profit affects whether another movie in the series will be made. Too much money spent on marketing for a poor release date, too much money spent on merchandising for a lot of stuff no one needs. …Nevermind that I bought a lot of that useless stuff heh.
You couldn't be more right. Profit certainly does NOT equal quality. This year is the perfect example. Transformers 2 was the highest grossing movie of the year, and New Moon set a record for midnight showings. God help us all.
Im a huge narnia fan since a little boy. I dont understand why peopple r so wrry beacuse of the changes. Im tired of telling the same thing the movie is based on the book not made as the book was written. I know that ppl say that cs lewis messege were gone in the second one. Every messege was sent only diffrently, they added more action so whats the big deal tats good. In te Book of prince caspian there were allot of battle it is written only that cs lewis dint describe them but they r there. I love Narnia, te books and te movies i dont care waht ppl say , they will never take narnia from my heart!!!!!! Narnia is verry special to me in every way, I ave fait that all te narnia movies will be made and tey will be a major success. Only a year for te movie , im so appy and canot wait for that day i will be the first in line to buy te ticket and to get the best sit in te theater
If you read the BOOK you may understand why many of us feel it was a bad adaptation. I understand the changes they made, and YES it made for a great movie, but it was a poor adaptation.
I have very much an attachment for these books and find it hard when the personalities and qualities of characters are messed with.
Instead of rewriting PC, I believe they should have embellished what they had. The night raid would have been great if the Pevensies had not been there.
But I'm not going to elaborate now since I have already time and time again, so that's all.
well i didnt mean that because its narnia its going to be perfect or great. i've seen adaptations too thats really bad. i suppose i just meant that because we can now trust thats its going to be good since its being made professionally with good quality stuff then it'll be good.
Oh my gosh!
I am so excited about this movie! I can't wait! š
I have a feeling this film will be successful, no matter what the doubts may be. Let's just keep it in prayer and hope that God will do something great with this film!!
"So, in closing, the filmmakers of Voyage need to shift away from Lucy and Edmund. Yes, they have interesting story lines, but Eustace is the future of this franchise, and if they alienate him as a character to placate the movie fans, rather than the book fans, Iām afraid that this franchise may sink."
I don't know, I don't really agree with this statement. I love Narnia as a whole, but the Pevensies were always always always my favorite. I liked the books that they weren't in, but not nearly as much. =( and I hope I don't get ganged up on or anything, but I never really liked Eustace's character… I just never have. Personally, I sincerely hope they give the Pevensies their due. I'm sad that there are only two left now, but I hope they at least get an acceptable good-bye… *cries* at the end of this movie I'm going to be so sad, I'm going to miss the Pevensies until last battle,but even that extremely sad at the end…
=( *hugs her copies of LWW and PC*
wow that sounds all sad and stuff. I am REALLY excited for the Voyage, don't get me wrong! and I will always love Narnia. <3
I've seen adaptations where even the title isn't right: Constantine. Entertaining movie, terrible adaptation.
Haha two movies I haven't seen with no regrets. I'm taking my chances with Daybreakers and The Wolfman for my vampires and werewolves fix.
yes, i agree that prince caspian wasn't a very good adaption of the book, but it was still an awesome movie! i loved the action and it was probably neven better than the first film for me. anyway, it's not like everyone has the same imagination so we can't expect the movies to be exactly how we imagined the story to be like… nevertheless, i hope that vdt will be a much bigger success so that there will be more narnia movies to come!
though i didn't like peter's arrogance and susan and prince caspian's romance. it would have been better if there weren't so many twists and turns but i guess it was for the better because if they didn't do so, the story wouldn't go so smoothly; the scenes would keep changing even more often, say from the pevensie boys and prince caspian to susan and lucy finding aslan in the woods.
I think the main failing with Prince Caspian was that Narnia didn't have the "magic" that it had in the first film. The waking of the trees and Aslan's roar in Prince Caspian was a major moment in the book, but in the movie the trees are just, well, moving trees. There is no "joy" with the waking of the trees in the film Prince Caspian. The most important moments in Dawn Treader are Eustace's transformation (from boy to dragon and from dragon to new boy) and Aslan's country. If those two things don't come out well, then Narnia (this film series) is done. I hope they get them right! (The rest of the book has great moments also, but if those two things aren't done right, then the rest is tainted [along with the future potential films which involve Eustace]).
ARE YOU KIDDING ME THIS IS EXACTLY WHAT I AM TALKING ABOUT PEOPLE LIKE YOU FINDING EVERY OPPORTUNITY TO MOAN AND COMPLAIN ABOUT A GREAT MOVIE ADAPTATION. First of all your logic about what makes the movie bad is just stupid and ridiculous when you actually have to invent things to whine about you know you are wrong
PRINCE CASPIAN IS SUPPOSED TO BE A LOT DARKER THAN THE FIRST ONE WHICH IS A LOT MORE REALISTIC THAN THE FIRST ONE. THAT IS WHAT MAKES IT BETTER. IT IS NOT ALWAYS SUPPOSED TO BE ALL LOLLIPOPS AND RAINBOWS LIKE YOU WANT IT TO BE
I agree with you on that one!
I agree with you. My favorite moment from PC (one of my top favorite moments in the whole series) was the epic moment when Aslan roars and it echoes all across the country even to the Giants at Harfang. In the movie, there was none of that. Aslan was gone and the magic of his return was gone. If Aslan and the magic of Eustace's transformation are not properly present, I will be sorely disappointed and very worried.
Yes, Prince Caspian is darker but there was also the magic of the trees [i]from the book[/i] as JO pointed out. And I think PC could have benefited from a bit more of that. (IMHO) š
I'm so excited there is only one more year of wait! I'm a little nervous about the movie, but I'm keeping an open mind. I've been praying every day since I heard it could be a possibility that the would be no Silver Chair, for VDT to do good in the box office. I hope many others have too. I dearly hope that He answers our prayers. Scenes I'm especially looking forward to in the movie are Caspian, Lucy, Edmund and Eustace being captured by Pug (I love capture scenese), Nightmare Island and Eustace's transformation to dragon and back to human. I hope they do those scenes really well, especially Nightmare Island. I have a pretty good picture of it and I hope they do it close to how I picture it. I hope it sends a shiver down my spine. All in all I cannot wait for VDT to sail into the theaters! Long live Aslan!
DiGoRyKiRkE's comment about the Pevensies is very interesting to me. That could very well be true, but I hope they don't have Edmund and Lucy do less than in the book, especially Edmund, because he does so little already. I think that what they should do is something like this. At the end, where they're talking to Aslan, they should steal SC's ending lines a little. When Aslan tells Edmund and Lucy that they are to never come back to Narnia, and Lucy says "It's not Narnia, it's you. We shan't meet you there.", they should have Aslan tell them that they will come back to his country some day, and that time they'll never have to leave. That would practically be a promise on the movie-makers' part that Edmund and Lucy, at least, will appear in some future Narnia movie, encouraging those who have never read the books to see the next movies.
I agree with you, Talvi! The Pevensies, especially Edmund and Lucy, have always been my favorites. I never really liked Eustace very much. I guess he's a lot like Edmund, but he's just a shadow of what Edmund's like. He went from not quite so bad as Edmund to not near as good. Even after he turned for the better, he still was just in the background. SC is told more from Jill's point of view, and LB is told from Tirian's. They just can't cut Edmund and Lucy short! I hope they have the scene with Edmund and Eustace after Eustace turns back into a boy. After Edmund believing Lucy about Aslan in PC, that's my favorite part of the whole series!
*nods agreeably*
Oh, yes, it was definitely a very good movie, very suspenseful, full of action, etc. š But I don't believe that it carried the "quality" of the book. I think Peter should have been more mature, you know. As a High King of Narnia I think he was too rash.
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