Earthsea

2004 Fantasy

Lord of the Rings fans take note, acclaimed fantasy author Ursula K. Le Guin's epic tale of wizardry and prophecy comes to life as never before in director Robert Lieberman's imaginative screen adaptation of her popular Earthsea novels. Adapted for the Sci-Fi Channel, the two-part miniseries chronicles the journey of a reckless youth who seeks to master the ancient arts and become the most powerful sorcerer Earthsea has ever seen. As Ged (Shawn Ashmore) begins to discover the vast potential of his true powers, he must face great adversity if he is to truly fulfill his destiny and reunite his bitterly divided planet. Facing dragons, love, and eventually death itself, Ged's path to power is as wondrous and alluring as it is deadly. Also starring Isabella Rossellini, Danny Glover, and Kristin Kreuk (of TV's Smallville), this miniseries premiered in late 2004. more..

Director: Robert Lieberman

Starring: Kristin Kreuk,Isabella Rossellini,Danny Glover, Shawn Ashmore, Sebastian Roché

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Awards

  • Best Television Presentation

    Academy of Science Fiction, Fantasy & Horror Films (2005)

     
  • Best Lead Performance by a Male in a Feature Length Drama

    Leo Awards (2005)

  • Outstanding Special Visual Effects for a Miniseries, Movie or a Special

    Primetime Emmy Awards (2005)

     
  • Outstanding Visual Effects in a Broadcast Miniseries, Movie or a Special

    Visual Effects Society Awards (2005)