Shock Till You Drop.com received a first photo of
Ben Barnes as
Dorian Gray.
Prince Caspian (Ben Barnes) will play the title character in a film adaptation of
Oscar Wilde's “
The Picture of Dorian Gray.” The director
Oliver Parker is “planning to make a visceral, dark horror story and says the themes of stardom are as relevant as ever.”
“That was my immediate thought as well, that the book's themes of vanity and the desire for everlasting youth and beauty seem to be incredibly relevant to today's world (especially in American society, though Dorian Gray does not take place in America).”
Dorian Gray is a young man of impossible physical beauty whose portrait – painted by the artist Basil Hallward – becomes connected on an occult level with the workings of his soul. Drawn into a corrupt and sensual life by the dissolute Lord Henry Wotton, Dorian remains young and beautiful, while the painting ages in his stead, ultimately becoming a monstrosity.
where can i find more info on this?? i have been waiting for months for a trailer or anything!!! argh i cant wait!
Looks great!..You can’t wear that suit forever Mr Gray!!
In the book his hair is blonde
Oscar Wilde him self was very good looking. looking very much like the actor who played the part of Dorian. i think Oscar and Doran had a lot in commen