Those who say it's "too slow" are way below this film

Rating: 8/10 (29 November 2014)

Reading the generally bad reviews here makes me so frustrated. People complain about a lack of action; really? I think it's sad that a movie has to consist solely of explosions and gun fire in order to work for a wide audience.
The first two movies of the hunger games series were okay, but this one takes the tale to a whole new level. It has a depth to it its predecessors lacked entirely. It's about the construction of a rebellion. Most positive reviews describe this film as a "warm up for part 2, the real deal". No, no, no. Part 2 will have all the action, yes, but this one has the >thought<. It deals with thoughts few films targeting young people ever do, and it does so reasonably well. I'm not saying this is a perfect film - not by far. There are tons of things to complain about, for starters the enforced teen romance bullshit. But gash, please don't complain about it being slow. If so, i guess it's just a bit too intelligent and deep for you.
And finally, i really have to take a stand for Lawrence. I think she does a beautiful portrayal of the deeply psychologically wounded Katniss.