These Questions and Answers were designed to prepare leaders to host a "Narnia Sneak Peek Event". Over 150 Sneak Peek events were held around the country in the weeks leading up to the release of the Narnia film.
Q: When is the movie coming to theaters?
A: The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe opens in theaters nationwide on December 9, 2005.
Q: Who is producing the movie?
A: This live-action film is being produced by Walden Media (Holes, Around The World In 80 Days) and distributed and co-financed by Walt Disney Studios. The film is directed by Acadamy Award winner Andrew Adamson, co-director of Shrek and Shrek 2.
Q: How faithful will the film be to the book?
A: There are millions of devoted fans to C.S. Lewis and his books. Walden Media and Disney are committed to making the movie just as faithful to the book as possible so that fans can enjoy the movie as much as they have enjoyed the book. Doug Gresham, the stepson of C.S. Lewis and co-producer of the movie, has been involved in all aspects of the production.
Q: Why is this movie an evangelistic opportunity?
A: The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe promises to be an exciting tale of action, adventure but - most importantly - redemption and forgiveness. C.S. Lewis is considered one of the greatest Christian thinkers, authors, and apologists of the 20th Century. His Chronicles of Narnia fantasy adventure series is just the right thing to penetrate today's culture. We believe the release of this film is truly a unique outreach opportunity. By clearly conveying the Biblical themes of faith, sacrifice, redemption, and the ultimate triumph of good over evil, this film can serve as a powerful evangelistic tool.
Q: What is a Narnia Sneak Peek Event?
A: The Narnia Sneak Peek events bring together pastors, youth ministers/workers, children's ministers, denominational leaders, para-church ministry leaders and Christian educators to:
- View exclusive clips of the movie
- Learn how Christians and churches across the country are planning to use the film for outreach
- Receive free materials and outreach resources
- Collaborate with other church leaders about Narnia outreach ideas in your community
Q: Is a Narnia Sneak Peek event a screening of the movie?
A: While the Narnia Sneak Peek events include a "peek" at some significant footage from the movie, they are not a full screening of the film. The primary purpose of the Sneak Peek events is to prepare the church for the evangelistic outreach opportunities presented by the film.
Q: Who should attend a Narnia Sneak Peek event?
A: Narnia Sneak Peek events are designed for Christian leaders in each community. This includes pastors, youth ministers/workers, children's ministers, ministry leaders, educators, denominational leaders and anyone else involved in a leadership capacity.
Q: What is the benefit of attending a Narnia Sneak Peek event?
A: Benefits include:
- Praying, networking and collaborating with other Christian leaders about the outreach opportunities presented by the release of the Narnia movie in your community
- Viewing exclusive film clips
- Receiving a variety of free resources, including some materials that are being offered only at the Sneak Peek events
- Gaining ideas about how to use the Narnia movie as an evangelistic outreach
Q: What is the role of a Narnia Sneak Peek Convener?
A: The Narnia Sneak Peek Convener determines the location, date and time for this 60 minute (approx.) leadership event in each city. Materials will be sent for the Convener to distribute to all attending. (See materials list below)
Q: What resources will be sent to Conveners of the Sneak Peek Events?
A: Narnia Sneak Peek Conveners will be shipped a variety of materials including a DVD to show at the event, Door Hangers, Posters, Mini-Posters, t-shirts, and a limited number of “Narnia Event in a Box” kits as well as other resources. Visit http://www.narniaresources.com for some details on available resources.
Q: When will the Sneak Peek events be held?
A: Preferably in October 2005. However, if another date will work better for you or the Christian leaders in your city/community, we are open to dates outside of this timeframe.
Q: How do I become a Narnia Sneak Peek Convener in my city?
A: Complete an application to be considered for a host convener online. (Applications no longer being accepted)
Q: Why is the Mission America Coalition involved with this movie?
A: Click here for the answer
The views expressed herein do not represent those of the Walt Disney Company, Walden Media, The C.S. Lewis Estate, or the filmmakers, but are rather the views of various organizations who have created these events specifically for leaders in the faith and family community.
THE CHRONICLES OF NARNIA, NARNIA, and all book titles, characters and locales original thereto are trademarks of C.S. Lewis Pte Ltd. and are used with permission. © Disney/Walden.
