The Hunger Games

I am so excited! I can't wait! My favorite book series ever! Even though I hated how it ended....

Whether it will be good or not (and I hope it's good), one thing is certain: it's going to be HUGE. Lionsgate is making a big deal about it. Rumor has it that there will be FOUR movies made from the three books. Not sure how they'll do this but it looks like they're already planning for the future.

Yes I heard that too. BUt already it looks awesome. The pictures from the set are pretty cool.


But kinda questioning Leeny Kravics as Cinna.

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I was skeptical about that, too. But I have confidence in him.

I do know that they're going to tone down the violence in the movies, which is too bad. They might make it more sci-fi-ish, which I don't mind too much.

My biggest concern is that they're probably going to focus too much on the love triangle, which was one of my least favorite things about the book series, in order to appeal to teenage girls. I really didn't think there was a point to it and seeing how the whole "Team So-and-So" thing is big now thanks to Twilight, I'm worried that THAT'S going to be the main focus.

I seriously hope the movies are good though.

Right! And the movie is about the districts v. the capital. Thats why i like the books. Its a break from the romances i usually read.
Sure they talk about Katniss and Gale , Katniss and Peeta. but not really. i was actually surprised when he kissed her.

Even in the book the romance isn't focused on that much and it doesn't make sense why it was added because it doesn't contribute to the story in any significant way. If Gale was just the best friend and nothing more, it wouldn't have affected the plot.

That kiss surprised me, too. Gale is barely there in the first book and then in the second book we learn that he has a thing for Katniss? At the beginning no less? Besides, the way Katniss talks about him makes it seem like he's her big brother, not like a lover. But because of how successful Twilight is, they're probably going to play up the romance between Gale and Katniss.

I don't mind romance but enough with the sh*tty love triangles already. A good love triangle is one where both competing love interests have an equal chance of being chosen. In a book like The Hunger Games, SPOILER, it's obvious who the favored choice is.

the way Katniss talks about him makes it seem like he's her big brother, not like a lover
- exactly why I was shocked.

In respects for the book, Katniss didnt seem all that interested in either of the boys. She cared about her family and their safety and her survival.

Katniss spent some time trying to figure out how she felt about Peeta, but the whole thing with Gale just seemed entirely pointless. And it's true that her biggest dilemma is making sure that her family is safe. This series didn't need a love triangle let alone a love story, but I don't mind that it had a love story because I like Peeta (don't love him, but I like him).

Even though the romance isn't focused on THAT much in the book, the readers get too caught up in it. They're frustrated that Katniss won't choose either boy when they don't realize that finding a lover is the least of Katniss's worries - I won't say who she chooses if you haven't read the last book, but I think it should be obvious.

I haven't yet. But I think I like Peeta more that Katniss at the point. I actually really like Haymitch lol.

What do you think about the cast? Love/hate?

I adore Katniss. She and Cinna are my favorite characters. I like Peeta though. My feelings for Haymitch keep changing. Some times, I think he's awesome. Other times, I just can't stand him. I kind of have a soft spot for Effie. And this may seem weird but I'm in favor of Haymitch X Effie.

I think the cast is great. They chose very talented actors. I can't wait to see Woody Harrelson as Haymitch. Woody rules! I just learned that Donald Sutherland will be playing Snow. Perfect! Most people I know had issues with the cast at first, starting from when Jennifer Lawrence was casted. But I thought it was a good choice from the begining because Lawrence played a similar role in Winter's Bone and she was nominated for an Oscar for that performance! Overall, I think this cast rocks!

What do you think?

I know! I cant wait till I see Woody...that is just a perfect fit!
Im not sure about Josh Hutherson as Petta tho. Im not 100% set on him. But overall the casting is awesome.

And yes same! She could possibly make him better. And he make her less stuck up.

And Cinna. I flove fim. But....i didnt not imagine him as Lenny Kravixs at all. I saw him as ......Jude Law or even Terrance Howard.

I think Hutcherson can play Peeta. He may not necessarily LOOK the part, but if he can act it, I'll be fine.

Exactly! I'm planning on writing about Haymitch and Effie. School's almost over so I'll have the time soon. Actually, it's going to be a crossover fanfiction (possibly fan comic, dunno yet) with them having a subplot. What would their couple name be? Hayffie? Effmitch? Dunno.

Kravitz certainly wasn't my first choice either, but he's a pretty good actor. I thought Cinna would be much younger. I was mainly thinking of Jonathan Sadowski.

Oh he would be pretty good. Or Johnathan Meyers.

And its not that he doesnt look the part, its his personality. In all the films ive seen him in, he generally plays the "bad boy" or the boy with the 'tude.

lmao. I think Hayffie sounds too much like heifer. Lol Effmich is ok, I feel like she would be the pants anyway.
And if you do decide to put it out there let me know! I want to read it, Ive never read a Hunger Game fic yet but there are some on ffnet that im getting around to.

Effmich it is then! And if I do get around to it, you'll be the first to know!

Jeez. I know it's going to be a while, but I'm really psyched about the movie!

The filmmakers and actors seem very passionate about this project, so at the very least you can tell that theyr'e at least going to TRY to make this good.

Well, Twilight did deserve the Razzie Awards at least. :)

I love Hunger Games!

me too! I need to get Mocking Jay asap

I cried so hard during that book omg