Claire Rossell wrote to us saying that our friend Shane Rangi, who played Otmin in the first film, has been cast as another minotaur in ’Prince Caspian.’ I found this out on Narnia.com.

SPOILERS!He is cast in the role of Asterius, the Minotaur who aides Caspian and the Pevensies in their attempt to overthrow King Miraz.END SPOILERS

Welcome back to Narnia, Shane! Hope to hear from you soon!

Read more about him on our Shane Rangi page!

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Our friend Shane ‘Sw1′ Rangi, who played the role of General Otmin in The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe, wants to meet more fans, so he wrote us about a Fantasy Fair that he will be attending.

I am attending the The Elf Fantasy Fair on Saturday the 22nd and Sunday 23rd of April. Here is the link:

http://www.elffantasy.nl/item.php?itemid=207

General information
The Elf Fantasy Fair is a major event – held for the sixth time this year! – and revolves around fantasy and the Middle Ages. A whole range of actors, authors, scientists, artists, and musicians will contribute their skills and knowledge to this fantastic festival!

Venue:
Castle De Haar
Kasteellaan 1
3455 RR Haarzuilens

Date:
Saturday 22 April & Sunday 23 April 2006

Opening hours:
The Elf Fantasy Fair opens her doors at 10 a.m. and closes her doors at 7 p.m.

If you have any questions about the Fair, feel free to send us an email at: fair@elffantasy.nl

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IGN FilmForce has a special exclusive treat today for Narnia fans, courtesy of Walt Disney Pictures, Walden Media, and the Weta Workshop: a detailed look at Otmin the Minotaur, from The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe. From Otmin’s two-headed axe to his sword to his armor and his overall look, they cover everything you need to know about Narnia’s Minotaur.

A ferocious and ill-tempered creature, the Minotaur has the head and body of a bull, but stands upright like a man. Among the largest of the White Witch’s creatures, they are also the most heavily armed and armored. The Minotaur Otmin is the General of the Witch’s army and a formidable warrior, much like his counterpart in Greek mythology.

[read the rest of the article at IGN FilmForce]
[Read our Exclusive Interview with Shane Rangi]

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Weta Collectibles is proud to present our new range of exclusive collectible polystone sculptures. The Collection celebrates the release of the first installmanet of “The Chronicles of Narnia”, Disney’s “The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe”, directed by Kiwi, Andrew Adamson. Hand sculpted at Weta Workshop by the same team of artists who designed the armour, weapons and many of the creatures for the film. Darkhorse comics have joined with us as the premier distributor for this exciting limited edition collection.

The Quantity of the product line is only estimated at this point, as are the designs of the statues and exactly what products will be available. This is a very exciting line, one that could grow by the time the movie comes out.

Orieus Polystone Statue
US Suggested Retail Price: $175.00
Release Date: 9th December 2005

General Otmin Polystone Statue
US Suggested Retail Price: $150.00
Release Date: 9th December 2005

White Witch Polystone Statue
US Suggested Retail Price: $180.00
Release Date: 1st October 2005

Peter on Unicorn Polystone Statue
US Suggested Retail Price: $300.00
Release Date: 1st October 2005

White Witch Castle Polystone Environment
US Suggested Retail Price: $150.00
Release Date: 9th December 2005

Satyr Design Maquette
US Suggested Retail Price: $150.00
Release Date: 1st December 2005
Includes “In insight to the design process” booklet on the development of the character

Girls on Aslan Polystone Statue
US Suggested Retail Price: $300.00
Release Date: 1st October 2005

Minoboar Design Maquette
US Suggested Retail Price: $150.00
Release Date: 1st October 2005
Includes “In insight to the design process” booklet on the development of the character

Tumnus Design Maquette
US Suggested Retail Price: $150.00
Release Date: 1st October 2005
Includes “In insight to the design process” booklet on the development of the character

Lion & Witch Polystone Bookends
US Suggested Retail Price: TBD
Release Date: 1st October 2005

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Narnia Publicist Ernie Malik e-mailed me, confirming a few cast members and adding a whole lot more! Here’s the latest list of cast members, direct from the set!

Diminutive British talent Kiran Shah (”Lord of the Rings,” “Raiders of the Lost Ark”) portrays Ginarrbrik, the White Witch’s dwarfish sleigh driver; Best Supporting Actor Oscar® winner Jim Broadbent (”Iris,” “Moulin Rouge!,” “Gangs of New York,” “Topsy-Turvy”) appears as Prof. Kirke, the Pevensie’s kindly uncle.

Director Adamson has also cast several Kiwi performers to portray a variety of human and Narnian creatures in the film, including Judy McIntosh (”Arriving Tuesday,” Ngati”) as the matriarch of the Pevensie family; Elizabeth Hawthorne (”The Frighteners,” “The Tommyknockers”) as Mrs. MacReady, the caretaker of the mansion; Patrick Kake (”Hercules: The Legendary Journeys”) as Oreius, Aslan’s head Centaur; and Shane Rangi (”Lord of the Rings”) as Gen. Otmin, the fierce Minotaur and leader of the White Witch’s army.

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