Madge gives Katniss the Mockingjay pin as she considers Katniss to be her good friend in the first place, and a lesser point is that she wishes Katniss to go into the arena with a token that reminds her of home. Other friends of Katniss in the 'Hunger Games' series include Finnick Odair, Annie Cresta, and Plutarch Heavensbee. The leading lady of the storyline, the very girl who defied the Capitol and the most important character, is played by Jennifer Lawrence.