A bit long

Rating: Null/10 (30 July 2014)

This film tells the story of a young woman who is forced to enter a death match that only one will live out of 24 contestants.
While many people compare this film with the book is based on, I'll compare it with the Japanese film "Battle Royale" which has a similar storyline. "Battle Royale" is bloodier and more brutal, and it doesn't beat around the bush. This film, on the other hand, concentrates on plot development before the actual game begins. I was getting a bit impatient for the game to begin, and for people to really fight with each other. "The Hunger Games" still show the struggle for social, cooperation and altruism like "Battle Royale" does, but on a smaller scale. Jennifer Lawrence is very convincing as a brave young woman fighting for survival. I was amazed by her in "Winter's Bone", and this time she amazes me again.
The plot is tight but not eventful enough to fill up the 2.5 hour screen time. I am intrigued enough to want to watch the next episode, but I can't say I loved it because I think "Battle Royale"is better.