Speechless.

Rating: 10/10 (30 November 2013)

This movie was everything I expected it to be and more. It followed the plot line of the book so closely, I was incredibly impressed. Everything matched up perfectly - the arena being a clock, the fog being toxic, Finnick being in love with Annie. Everything.
Now, Finnick. I think I speak for everyone when I say that Finnick is one of the most lovable characters in the whole trilogy, and my only concern for the movie is that his appeal wouldn't transfer over to the big screen, but boy did it ever. I fell in love with him all over again, numerous times. Also, easily one of the best men to look at on the screen, and the close-ups of his face. asdfhkl.
Seriously, Catching Fire is proof that if you stick as close to the book as possible you'll end up with one heck of a movie.
That being said, I've heard many people who didn't read the book complaining about how the ending was horrible, the plot was boring, Katniss was too awkward, and the soldiers were too cruel. So if you didn't read the book, you might be disappointed. Yes, this is basically me saying that you NEED TO READ THE SERIES. But if you do see the movie having not read the books, keep in mind that everything translates over exactly. Katniss is supposed to be awkward, and the last line of the book literally is "There is no District 12. It's gone."
All in all, BEST MOVIE OF 2013. GO WATCH. NOW.