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Here’s the Rick Edwards TV Special for T4 of “Prince Caspian” which aired a few days ago. Thanks to Tatiana for letting us know!

It’s in 4 parts:

Here‘s a new interview of Ben for the portuguese magazine “Capricho” in which, among other things, he talks about how he crashed his car while driving in LA when he got the part on Stardust and how he wasn’t a popular kid at school. Thanks to the amazing Natalie for translating it for BBF!

Ben Barnes, Prince Caspian from the “Chronicles of Narnia”, talks about fame and love

What did you do when you found out you got the part?
My agent from Los Angeles called me, in the middle of the night. I jumped off the bed and ran all over the house, screaming. Fortunately I didn’t break anything on my way. I tell you this because when I found out I got the part on Stardust, I had so much adrenaline I crashed the car! I was driving in LA on Wilshire Boulevard. I parked when I got the call, but, when I got back, I accelerated too much and ended up hitting the car in front of me (laughs).

Are you ready for fame – that you will certainly get after the movie?
I was told this might happen. But I’m not worried since the actors from the first Narnia movie are dealing so well with this. My only hope is that people will focus on my work. That’s all that matters.

Have you ever met any fangirls on the street?
(Laughs) Not yet. For now I only got a few naughty letters. But I know better. I know they are attracted by the image they have of me. Also, as Narnia is a spiritual story, a few fanatics also wrote to me. They told me I must have been chosen by God for the part, that made me a little uncomfortable.

Do you think your girlfriend will be jealous of your fans?
I don’t have anyone special in my life right now, but I will someday…

What kind of girls do you like?
A girl with sense of humour. She’ll certainly need that to understand my own.

How do you feel being compared to Orlando Bloom?
He is a successful guy so I don’t mind. But we’re so different. I don’t believe people will confuse us after spending half a minute with me. The only thing we have in common are our nationality and the brown hair. Orlando is way cooler than I am (laughs). But I understand why people need to compare me to someone famous to introduce me to the public. It’s all part of the game.

What were you like when you were a teenager?
I was never the popular guy, the one who gets all the girls, the captain of the team. I was that boy dedicated to music and acting that no one noticed. I don’t remember being upset about it. I never got desperate seeking attention.

So in a way you can related to Prince Caspian?
Yes. He is not the traditional action hero. Sometimes he is though. Other times he is vunerable. Deep down, he is just this guy trying to find his place in the world. He questions himself all the time about his vocation to be a leader. I also ask myself if I deserve all this attention I’m getting.

Have you ever felt intimidated to be a part of a big production like this?
Fortunately I had a preview during Stardust. It was great to be a part of something so huge, especially because no one was paying much attention to me. I was so amazed walking through those gigantic sets. The truth is, nothing could really prepare me for Prince Caspian. The natural locations in New Zealand were breath taking and the sets were so much bigger than I could ever imagine.

How did you go with the horse riding scenes? Did you have any previous experience?
Only if you take childhood pony rides into consideration. Learning to ride was difficult, even with all the excellent spanish professors I had. I only started to feel comfortable after intense practice, about 6 hours a day for two weeks. So I can guarantee you that when I got down the horse I was walking funny. (laughs) Source

Paulina said:

i love this interview.
esta buenisimaaa!!!

July 7th, 2008

tatiana said:

Awesome interview — thanks for the translation Natalie! Obrigado! :)

July 7th, 2008

becca said:

great interview!

July 7th, 2008

Sarah said:

Love the videos, had me laughing quite a lot and brought a smile to my face.

July 7th, 2008

suri said:

the vidoes were hillareous…love the ending of the 4th one!! thanx for posting it!!

July 8th, 2008

Sierra said:

This made me happy.

But then again, anything Ben Barnes related usually will make me happy.

Just being honest.

July 8th, 2008

Sarah said:

When do we get to see the photos from Madrid?

July 8th, 2008

Lolllipop maiden said:

Heee.Heee Ben is totally funny. Love you honey!!!

July 8th, 2008

Juliana said:

I really read this interviem yesterday! That’s very good! And the videos, i must see ohter time, now i don’t have time to see all the 4 parts. Very Thanks Ivonne!

July 8th, 2008

Juh said:

Capricho is a Brazilian magazine! ;)
And is it on the magazine or on the site??

Today I ripped off two pages of a brazilian magazine that had an article about Ben, do you want me to translate for you??

July 8th, 2008

Florence said:

He is a great actor. He is so down to earth and funny. I love reading his interviews because he can be funny and serious/analytical at the same time.

July 8th, 2008

Lina said:

Thank you a lot!I really enjoyed it!
He’s very talented and honest,though I like it so much!

July 8th, 2008

Lady Scarlett said:

Thanks for translating,xx
He is so totally bless.

July 8th, 2008

Jennifer said:

Ben Barnes is the most amazing actor I have ever seen perform. His humor and serious personality brings out the real story in Prince Caspian. I can not imagin any other person playing the part as Prince Caspian in the Chronicles of Narnia.
Oh, and just a little note to you Ben Barnes, you have the most awsome hair ever! You realy do look good in black!!! And your website is amazing having all the pictures and everything. It makes the website come alive!

July 8th, 2008

jadedgal said:

Thank you!Thank you for posting these!Ben seems very sensible and down to earth. And the videos had me in stitches, couldn’t stop laughing!!!Stop it Ben-don’t amke me fall in love with you!(as if i’m not already!) =D

July 9th, 2008

millie said:

hey wats up just a fan who to be honest didnt noe ben till prince caspian came out.

sorri aye…..lol
well looks like hes a funny bloke arnt they all lol who crashes there car like that hmm ….hint hint at least hes onest…..

well just saying congrats on the part and keep going and dnt giv up..
yah probly already noe that…

well take care evri one and ben of corse

laters

millie

July 9th, 2008

gabi faria said:

hey!
it’s really nice youguys post the capricho interview….if i get something else here in brazil i’ll sent to you!
and if youguys need any help with the translation,i’m here!

obrigada!

July 9th, 2008

ivonne said:

Thanks a lot Gabi! :)

July 9th, 2008

Naiya Chhabra said:

did anyone notice that ben got mad little bit with the reporter? When the interview ask him that have you got your own poster in your bedroomm or bathroom he slightly yes or no. i think i would be mad at the reporter he shouldn’t saying oh boy this and that. it is one of the most stupid question. Rest ben i love you

July 9th, 2008

Anne said:

this was a great interview:) I think Ben is quite funny!!
thanks for putting it on the site!

July 10th, 2008

Fiona Priestley said:

When i first saw Narnia: Prince Caspian i thought that how amazing prince Caspian is and how well and truly the characters acted it was amazing lol…………… luv ya!!!! By the way
The graphics were awsome with the fairytale creatures lol it was gudddddddddd

July 10th, 2008

Juliana said:

I just finished to see the four parts! Rick, the reporter, was trying to compete with Ben! Hahaha! Very great! =D

July 10th, 2008

Melody Martin said:

Wan you coming to New Mexico. I like to meet you. My boyfriend too.
My boyfriend know i have pics of you and Big Pic of Prince Caspian, Narnia Prince Caspian the movie storybook.

I have big rish on you.

July 10th, 2008

nikou said:

hello I’m iranian if you can call him or you have his e-mail mail me his phone number or his email. PLEASE ! thanks

August 7th, 2009

nikou said:

oh right his birthday is on 20 of August.

August 7th, 2009