Menu
19/12/2003
Belfast born novelist to get big screen treatment
A series of movies based on the books of a Belfast born novelist are to be given the Hollywood treatment.
Five books in 'The Chronicles of Narnia' series by CS Lewis will follow the Lord of the Rings film trilogy, which were shot in New Zealand.
The first of the books being made will be 'The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe' which is expected to cost around £62 million.
The movie, which will begin shooting next year, is being adapted to the big screen by Shrek co-director Andrew Adamson.
CS Lewis was born Clive Staples Lewis, on November 29, 1898 in Belfast.
After a short stint living in England, following the death of his mother, Lewis returned to Belfast were he attended Campbell College for one term before dropping out due to serious respiratory illness.
He eventually moved back to England were he enlisted in the army and found himself on the front lines during the Battle of the Somme.
'The Chronicles of Narnia' made their debut in 1950 with the first of seven books, 'The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe'.
(MB)
Five books in 'The Chronicles of Narnia' series by CS Lewis will follow the Lord of the Rings film trilogy, which were shot in New Zealand.
The first of the books being made will be 'The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe' which is expected to cost around £62 million.
The movie, which will begin shooting next year, is being adapted to the big screen by Shrek co-director Andrew Adamson.
CS Lewis was born Clive Staples Lewis, on November 29, 1898 in Belfast.
After a short stint living in England, following the death of his mother, Lewis returned to Belfast were he attended Campbell College for one term before dropping out due to serious respiratory illness.
He eventually moved back to England were he enlisted in the army and found himself on the front lines during the Battle of the Somme.
'The Chronicles of Narnia' made their debut in 1950 with the first of seven books, 'The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe'.
(MB)
Related Northern Ireland News Stories
Click here for the latest headlines.
13 February 2024
Tourism NI Launch New 'Get Into Tourism' Training Course
Tourism NI has announced the launch of a new accredited training course, designed to encourage people to 'Get Into Tourism'. The organisation has teamed up with Belfast Metropolitan College to deliver the free Level 2 City and Guilds qualifications.
Tourism NI Launch New 'Get Into Tourism' Training Course
Tourism NI has announced the launch of a new accredited training course, designed to encourage people to 'Get Into Tourism'. The organisation has teamed up with Belfast Metropolitan College to deliver the free Level 2 City and Guilds qualifications.
27 March 2024
SSE Arena Implements Amazon's 'Just Walk Out' Technology
Belfast's SSE Arena has become the first indoor venue in Europe to implement Amazon's 'Just Walk Out' technology, offering frictionless checkout-free shopping and revolutionising the fan experience.
SSE Arena Implements Amazon's 'Just Walk Out' Technology
Belfast's SSE Arena has become the first indoor venue in Europe to implement Amazon's 'Just Walk Out' technology, offering frictionless checkout-free shopping and revolutionising the fan experience.
09 February 2024
Chief Constable Criticised For Not Inviting UUP To PNSI Graduation
The Ulster Unionist Party (UUP) has criticised PNSI Chief Constable, Jon Boutcher, for his failure to invite their party leader, Doug Beattie, to the PSNI Graduation Ceremony. UUP member of the Policing Board, Mike Nesbitt, said: "For the avoidance of doubt, I welcome the fact Michelle O'Neill MLA will attend in her capacity as First Minister.
Chief Constable Criticised For Not Inviting UUP To PNSI Graduation
The Ulster Unionist Party (UUP) has criticised PNSI Chief Constable, Jon Boutcher, for his failure to invite their party leader, Doug Beattie, to the PSNI Graduation Ceremony. UUP member of the Policing Board, Mike Nesbitt, said: "For the avoidance of doubt, I welcome the fact Michelle O'Neill MLA will attend in her capacity as First Minister.
31 October 2013
C.S. Lewis Festival To Enchant East Belfast
A festival celebrating the life and work of one of Northern Ireland's most famous writers, C.S. Lewis, is to be held in the author's birthplace of east Belfast. A colourful week of song, drama, performance, readings, recitals, talks, tours and family events will be held across the east of the city and beyond. The inaugural C.S.
C.S. Lewis Festival To Enchant East Belfast
A festival celebrating the life and work of one of Northern Ireland's most famous writers, C.S. Lewis, is to be held in the author's birthplace of east Belfast. A colourful week of song, drama, performance, readings, recitals, talks, tours and family events will be held across the east of the city and beyond. The inaugural C.S.
19 February 2024
Home Safety And Crime Prevention Event At Belfast City Hall
A free home safety and crime prevention advice event is to be held at Belfast City Hall on Friday, 01 March. The Belfast Policing and Community Safety Partnership (PCSP) has organised the event, which is free and will take place from 10am-1pm in Belfast City Hall. Complimentary tea, coffee and refreshments will also be provided.
Home Safety And Crime Prevention Event At Belfast City Hall
A free home safety and crime prevention advice event is to be held at Belfast City Hall on Friday, 01 March. The Belfast Policing and Community Safety Partnership (PCSP) has organised the event, which is free and will take place from 10am-1pm in Belfast City Hall. Complimentary tea, coffee and refreshments will also be provided.
-
Northern Ireland WeatherToday:A few fog patches at first, soon clearing to leave a dry day with some patchy cloud and good sunny spells. Light and variable winds. Feeling mild in sunny spells. Maximum temperature 14 °C.Tonight:Dry and quite chilly overnight under prolonged clear spells and light winds. This will allow a few fog patches to develop in places. Minimum temperature 2 °C.
