Ben Barnes. Filmography and facts from the life of a modern British actor

This tall brown-haired man with brown eyes got on the list of the most popular Hollywood stars before he turned thirty. The first recognition he received with the release of fantasy "Star Dust" and "The Chronicles of Narnia", and consolidated his status as a drama "Dorian Gray." Most of his work is based on the adaptation of famous novels, which, in turn, speaks about the future success of the paintings. What else is famous for the handsome Ben Barnes? Filmography and facts from the life of the actor will be the main topic of this article.

A mysterious stranger

Benjamin Thomas was born in the UK in 1981. That spodviglo him choose as a future profession of hypocrisy, for many fans remains a mystery and now. Looking ahead, it is worth noting that Barnes is a dark horse. He does not like to give interviews and, in particular, to spread about his personal life or individual moments from his childhood. However, this does not prevent admirers of his talent from gathering information about him. So who is Ben Barnes? The biography of the future star of the screen is not a secret.

He was born in the family of a professor of psychiatry and a marriage therapist. His mother, Trisha Barnes, has achieved considerable heights in her favorite field. She is a member of the Association of British Therapists, remaining the leading expert consultant on family and sexual matters. Ben has a brother Jack, who is three years younger than him, who found himself in an occupation not related to acting.

Patience and a little effort

In 2004, Barnes graduated from the university, receiving a bachelor's degree in drama. He entered the youth theater, where he remained until 2003. Here, Ben learned to play the piano and drums.

What debut works made Ben Barnes famous? The filmography of the young actor begins with an episodic role in the series "Doctors", and before that he plays in the productions "Fans of History" and "Loving Ophelia", tearing off his first spectator applause. Screen work includes a number of British sitcoms, not having the proper success. Barnes is not upset: he knows full well that a great movie will sooner or later submit to him.

In move

No wonder they say that a talented person uses his talent in various fields. Pop group Hyrise was formed in 2004 to perform at the British qualifying round of the Eurovision Song Contest. Needless to say, who became his soloist. That's right, our friend Ben Barnes.

The filmography of the actor, who had slightly cooled his ardor after a musical failure, was replenished with the television drama "The Split Decision". The next work was a picture of the director and scriptwriter Susie Halewood called "More Ben". Disappointing the fans of the artist, it is worth saying that this film with Barnes has nothing in common except the title. The tape, designed for a teenage audience, tells a sad story of friends-emigrants who came to London to deal with crime and drug business. It is noteworthy that one of the roles was performed by our compatriot Andrei Chadov.

A beautiful fairy tale on the screen and in life

As often happens, in the life of every novice actor there is a project that abruptly changes life. That was "Star dust". Ben Barnes received a small role as a young Dannstan Thorn, the main character of the film - Tristan. With this work began the long-awaited conquest of American cinema. The screen version of the novel by Neil Gaiman is sustained in the genre of fantasy; In it, as recognized by the audience, there is a large number of "magic and magic." They also took the picture so warmly that they allowed the creators to collect an impressive cashier from the hire. A good moment was that Ben Barnes worked on the set with a number of famous stars of the first magnitude: Ian McKellen, Claire Danes, Robert De Niro, Sienna Miller, Michelle Pfeiffer.

And although the "Stardust" made a significant contribution to the Burns record, he gained world recognition with the release of another fantasy - "The Chronicles of Narnia". A truly fabulous story with incredible special effects cost the studio 225 million. But brought much more.

About the character, which played Barnes, you can talk for a long time. Prince Caspian is represented by a seafarer, the true king of Narnia, the emperor of the islands, the liberator of his state and even the restorer of old traditions. And although the cycle of children's fairy tales includes seven works, Barnes agreed to two parts. In 2010, there was a sequel called "The Voyage of the Dawn Treader".

Press Releases

In order not to remain in the same image, the actor considers the incoming proposals. And at this time it is crowded with crowds of fans. Ben Barnes and his wife (mythical) are often discussed in the media, but only true fans know that this is the tricks of the yellow press. For a while, the actor manages to play along to the public and create the appearance of a love relationship. Despite the fact that he had long ago refused to comment on his personal life, it was this issue that increasingly attracted the paparazzi as a sore spot. They caught the star at the premiere and social events, but Barnes's happy smile did not say anything about happiness in her personal life. Is the public well aware of their idol, reflecting on what is hidden this mysterious Mr. Ben Barnes and his wife. Disenchanting, finally, the myth of the existing wife, the actor is taken for new projects.

Portrait of the perfect actor

In 2008, comedy melodrama "Easy behavior" was released. The star lineup again impresses: Colin Firth, Jessica Biel and Christine Scott Thomas. Ben Barnes plays the Englishman John Whitaker, bringing his American girlfriend to his parents' house.

A year later, fans praise the adapted screen version of Oscar Wilde's work, dubbed "Dorian Gray." Fantasy-thriller on many indicators is successful, confirming that the actor can easily transform into different images.

Having received universal recognition through paintings that have spread throughout the world, Barnes receives more and more offers from film companies about new roles. However, from now on, future projects are chosen by Ben Barnes himself. The filmography of the actor is supplemented with the comic-biographical tape "To Kill Bono", which he sought to get to in every way. He and Robert Sheean get the images of the McCormick brothers. Fans of music in the late 1970's cobble together the band, dreaming of conquering a musical Olympus. As a confrontation, their classmates do the same thing - a group of rivals gets the name U2. It is not difficult to guess whose collective will win. By the way, the role of U2 soloist Bono was performed by Irishman Martin McCann.

Required to view: movies with participation

Ben Barnes has a small track record. This talented actor will still have a lot of interesting works, which will surely entangle even the most experienced spectator. Barnes's filmography includes paintings not mentioned above:

• "Farewell" (2009).
• "Words" (2012).
• "The Big Wedding" (2013).
• "In sight" (2014).
• "Jackie and Ryan" (2014).
• "God only knows" (2014).

One of the latest works was the film directed by Sergei Bodrov, Sr. "The Seventh Son." The company Barnes was composed of Julianne Moore and Jeff Bridges. In 2015, the actor received a major role in the historical mini-series "Sons of Freedom".