It’s been a while.
The Hunger Games movie released in India, along with the rest of the world, yesterday. I watched it this afternoon.
Just as I expected, the movie was far from a let down. While minor changes were made with regard to the book, on the whole it was a superb adaptation. The subtle satirical parallels drawn with current reality television and the inherent dystopia amidst all the drama makes for not only an entertaining but also enlightening film. Of course, that point could be missed with the amount of hype surrounding the release of the film. I think that the many comparisons of this series to the Twilight Saga depict the ignorance of the writers of these articles. I mean, come on… a two-guys-one-girl story does not guarantee a cheesy teenage romance. Such assumptions are just plain stupid.
Jennifer Lawrence does a brilliant job as Katniss. She is a much better actor than I expected. I didn’t realise that Caesar Flickerman, the TV show host, was played by Stanley Tucci. He did a magnificent job, as always. The costumes were amazing. I absolutely loved the way Effie Trinket was portrayed. Stunning hair and make up. I’m rather unsure if Josh Hutcherson makes the perfect Peeta Mellark but he did play the part to the T. Overall, the casting was quite appropriate.
I’m so glad Suzanne Collins worked on the screenplay. The adaptation was beautiful, as if they drew it out of my own mind. Don’t miss it. Of course, I suggest you also read the books because they’re too awesome to skip out on.
I’m going to go find someone to make me a sandwich now. Indolence resides even in the best of us on a weekend like this.
Have a brilliant summer! What with the heat setting in, looks like we can all be “on fire.”
The Grey Shades 