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The Hunger Games
A film directed by Gary Ross based on the book by Suzanne Collins
The Hunger Games Opened March 23, 2012 | Runtime:2 hr. 22 min. PG-13 Intense violent thematic material and disturbing images - all involving teens Information for parents: Common Sense Media says Iffy for 13+. … see full wiki
Genre:
Action,
Adventure,
Drama
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“The Hunger Games” had been getting a lot of press and ‘hype’ when word had gotten out that Suzanne Collins’ novel (published in 2008) was going to be adapted into the big screen. Director Gary Ross adapts this dystopian world along with screenwriters Suzanne Collins and Billy Ray into an action-drama. I have to admit the book had garnered quite a following, and this film has been heavily anticipated. I have seen several threads about the controversy due to its similarities … more
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** out of **** "The Hunger Games" is based on the first book in the best-selling young adult self-titled trilogy of books written by Suzanne Collins. I have never read any of the three - "The Hunger Games", "Catching Fire", and "Mockingjay" - and the film really does me no favors. Based on fan feedback, I will not for one second believe that this adaptation reflects the quality and depth of the novel; because the film falls short in both departments. But as always, I'm here … more
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The Hunger Games is the first of three books written by Suzanne Collins, the other two being Catching Fire and Mockingjay. With a huge opening weekend predicted there is little doubt that the studios will green light the other two movies to have them made as soon as possible. For those who have not read the book I suggest you do as not only is it a quick read but frankly this movie is made more for fans of the book than it is for someone going in knowing nothing about the series. … more
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There were few novels as striking and unique as The Hunger Games when it debuted. When I first read the book a couple of years ago I'd have never thought it would become a phenomenon... much less become a movie. Not only did I ever think it would become a movie (my first thought was, "How would they do it?") but I certainly didn't think it would become one of the finest films I've seen in some time. It is a movie that tackles big themes. Asks big questions. … more
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By Joan Alperin Schwartz I'm sure by now almost everyone is familiar with the story of 'The Hunger Games'. The book was the first in a trilogy written by Suzanne Collins and all three novels have been on the bestseller list for several years. But for those people unfamiliar with the story of Katniss Everdeen, the 16 year old girl who competes in The Hunger Games... … more
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THE HUNGER GAMES Written by Suzanne Collins and Gary Ross Directed by Gary Ross Starring Jennifer Lawrence, Josh Hutcherson and Liam Hemsworth President Snow: Hope is the only thing stronger than fear. Having just finished reading the incredibly addictive Suzanne Collins novel, and having fallen completely in love with the heroine, Katniss Everdeen, in the process, I could barely breathe before seeing Gary Ross’s film adaptation of THE HUNGER GAMES. I was downright giddy … more
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Star Rating: That The Hunger Games is so timely and intelligent is precisely the reason why it’s also so frightening. It depicts a time and place in which the failures of mass society are exploited for the entertainment of the privileged few. In this case, it’s in the form of an annual competition to the death, one that’s captured via hidden cameras and aired for the rest of the world to see. Whatever they call it in this alternate reality, … more
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There's something about this movie that makes me like it more than I should. I don't know what... but I know it's there. I've never read the books so when I saw it I had no idea what to expect. Fortunately for me I was pleased with the product and it's like it became one of my guilty pleasure movies. The Hunger Games strives away from the usual and synthesizes elements that are rarely common in movies like these. The story serves … more
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