The Hunger Games

Rating: 8/10 (6 May 2015)

The Hunger Games is a thrilling, adventure, sci-fi movie that will leave you on the edge of your seat. This movie takes place in the dystopian future. The nation of Panem is divided into 12 districts and the Capitol. Each year, two young representatives from each of the 12 districts are selected at random to participate in The Hunger Games. These games are not all fun and play however. The 24 individuals chosen at random are forced to kill their competitors and be the last person standing. The objective of the game is simply to survive. If that's not enough stress already, these games are broadcasted throughout the whole nation of Panem so everyone can watch their every move.
Katniss Everdeen is played by the actress Jennifer Lawrence. Katniss' sister, Primrose Everdeen, is chosen at the reaping to be the female contestant in The Hunger Games. Katniss however could not stand to see that happen. Her being the strong, independent individual she volunteers in the place of her sister. Peeta Mellark, played by the young actor Josh Hutcherson, is the male contestant that stands beside Katniss for these games. During the intense games, Katniss and Peeta are determined to make it to the end together and ALIVE.
The techniques used in this movie are eye catching and draw viewers in. The people who live in the Capitol wear bright colors, crazy makeup, and three dimensional pieces. The styles that each character portrays are very unique. Another technique that is used in this movie that really stands out to viewers is lighting and color. The Capitol is portrayed has a happy and vibrant place to be. The director shows this by making each scene very bright and colorful to show viewers it is happy. When scenes from the 12 districts are shown, it is very dark and depressed looking. The colors are very dark or neutral and it shows the districts are unhappy.
Overall, I believe this is a GREAT movie. It is not the typical movie that I go for and I really enjoyed it. The great acting along with the suspense that leaves you on the edge of your seat wondering what happens next is a great escape from the real world. The Hunger Games draws you in throughout the whole movie that you will have to go see the next one. I highly recommend this movie to everyone. And.May The Odds Be Ever In Your Favor!