Movie Vs Book

Rating: Null/10 (12 May 2012)

I just finished the book then I went to see the movie. The first thing I noticed was how Katniss received the Mockingjay Pin. I think that the pin important. The train ride was longer and contains the start of the strategy for the games. The conversation between the prep teams while working on both of the tributes is key to the disconnect with the Capital and the Districts. Also the book had a deeper conversation with Rue. A richer back story. The time spent with Peeta in the cave was more involved than what was seen in the movie.
The movie did do a good job on the explaining the games and the President's concern with Katniss. The movie did a great job with the scenes of the Capital.
The movie was a disappointment. The first book was great and I'm half-way through the second. The almost two and a half didn't seem longer enough. They could have made it longer and spent time on character development.
The movie does not follow the book as closely as it could have. The final fight should have been by the book.
I agree with the others that the camera work should have better for this size ($) project.
If there is an sequel "Pay attention" follow the damn book!! This story is for an older audience than 12 year old years. Neither Peeta or Gale are heartthrobs nor did they present themselves in that manner.