Not bad, but not an 8.2(rating at time of review)-spoilers close to the end paragraph

Rating: 7/10 (24 March 2012)

The movie tries to have a certain blend of drama(romance), and fighting which I think is good for any movie. As the trailers will show the main star of the movie volunteers in because her 12 year old sister was selected to fight in the Hunger Games. Another teenager, a male, was also selected. Neither one likes the idea of having to kill anyone, which makes things difficult when the other competitors have no issues about taking a life.
Action:The action scenes were done really well for most of the movie, but there were times when the camera was jumping around too much, and it was to see exactly what was going on. I would understand a little more if these were genetically altered super people, but they are not. While athletic compared to most people, there is no reason for the camera moving so fast at times, that it is hard to see "exactly" what is going on.
Drama:Some of the scenes feel forced, and drawn out. I really saw no reason for the young lady to be attracted to the co-star. I found him particularly whiny at times to be honest. Even some of the women were in the theaters were sighing in frustration when a dramatic scene went on for too long.
Overall the movie does not disappoint, and it seems there will be a sequel. I am not just saying that because there is novel that this came from, but the the guy who I consider to be the true villain in the movie was not happy. I expect for him to try to get revenge.