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James McAvoy Recalls 'Bonkers' Narnia Shoot, Close Bond With Georgie Henley

McAvoy credits Andrew Adamson for pairing him with Georgie Henley, praising the makeup team as his on-set anchors.

Overview

  • The actor shared the memories during an Oct. 12 New York Comic-Con panel later reported by entertainment outlets.
  • He said Georgie Henley was among his closest friends during the 2005 production of The Chronicles of Narnia.
  • He credited director Andrew Adamson with intentionally pairing them to help build rapport.
  • He lauded the makeup department as his "absolute rocks" during long, early call times on location.
  • He described the small sets as "bonkers" and said filming in New Zealand before smartphones made the experience feel like another planet.