Me . . . As I previously mentioned in my last post, I have been eagerly awaiting the first cinematic installment of The Hunger Games trilogy since finishing the books last year. Well, I was not disappointed but one of my friends was! I fully recognize that a book cannot be put on the silver screen with all of its magnificent details unless moviegoers are willing to sit through an eight hour film. I found the adaptation to be just fine. I didn't give a lot of thought to the casting before I went to see the movie (except that I KNEW Elizabeth Banks would make a fabulous Effie (and she DID)), but I was especially pleased with Woody Harrelson as Haymitch and Lenny Kravitz as Cinna. Also noteworthy: the hair, make-up, and costumes. Bravo! For the extreme fans, did you see this recent CNN Travel article: "North Carolina lures 'Hunger Games' fans?" (I have to admit, I wouldn't mind visiting some of those sites!)
The disappointed friend . . . . well, I think the largest contributing factor to her disappointment was the fact that she finished the book shortly before going to the film. When you have all of the well written details fresh in your mind, the natural expectation is that you will see them on the big screen. When you don't, it is, well, disappointing.
The friend who didn't read the books and never wants to . . . REALLY LIKED IT.
So overall, I would highly recommend it. Especially for a date movie - action, romance, a little comedy - something for everyone.
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